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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 53538

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 53538 from July 2, 1960 through June 10, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 53538 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
32
Wind Reports
83
Tornado Reports
15
Max Hail Size
4.25″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 53538 · 1960–present Updated  Daily · last Jun 10, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 53538

32 reports
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1.25″ hail
Apr 18, 2025
12:27 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report from mPING: Half Dollar (1.25 in.).
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SW Fort Atkinson, WI
2.00″ hail
Apr 18, 2025
12:26 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail size measured around 2.34in. No damage to report at this time.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SE Fort Atkinson, WI
1.75″ hail
Apr 18, 2025
12:15 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Half mile north of Lake Koshkonong.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 SSE Rockdale, WI
1.00″ hail
Feb 9, 2024
12:09 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Delayed report via social media.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SSE Lake Ripley, WI
1.00″ hail
Aug 24, 2023
11:32 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report from mPING: Quarter (1.00 in.).
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 E Fort Atkinson, WI
1.00″ hail
Aug 24, 2023
11:25 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report from mPING: Quarter (1.00 in.).
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 WNW Fort Atkinson, WI
1.50″ hail
Apr 19, 2023
6:59 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 E Lake Ripley, WI
1.00″ hail
Apr 5, 2023
3:45 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: MULTIPLE REPORTS VIA SOCIAL MEDIA OF HAIL AROUND A QUARTER OF AN INCH AROUND THE FORT ATKINSON AREA.
NWS Hail Report Location: Fort Atkinson, WI
1.50″ hail
May 12, 2014
3:43 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.04 W Cold Spg, WI
1.75″ hail
May 12, 2014
3:35 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail diameter ranged from 1 to 1.75 inches.
NWS Hail Report Location: .92 E Ft Atkinson, WI
1.75″ hail
May 1, 2012
3:27 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NE Ft Atkinson, WI
4.25″ hail
May 11, 2011
1:34 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 W Jefferson, WI
1.75″ hail
May 11, 2011
1:26 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 WNW Ft Atkinson, WI
1.00″ hail
Jun 21, 2010
7:24 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Ft Atkinson, WI
1.50″ hail
Jun 21, 2010
7:22 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported large hail from a severe thunderstorm that caused damage to the roofs of several homes.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SW Ft Atkinson, WI
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Hail Damage Risk for Your Home +

Hail reports describe hail by diameter, often comparing stone size to familiar objects like peas, quarters, golf balls, and softballs. Use this guide as a starting point for possible hail damage to your roof, siding, gutters, vents, windows, and exterior. Actual hail damage depends on hail hardness, density, wind speed, impact angle, roof age, shingle condition, roof pitch, roofing material, installation quality, and prior storm damage.

Pea
0.25″
Low

Usually too small to cause hail damage to most sound asphalt roofs, siding, or gutters.

Mothball
0.50″
Sub-Severe Watch

Below the NWS severe-hail threshold, but not always harmless. Repeated small hail can scuff surfaces, wear aging shingles, and loosen protective granules over time.

Penny
0.75″
Minor / Watch

Below the NWS severe-hail threshold, but roof hail damage is still possible on older, brittle, poorly installed, or previously damaged shingles. May also mark screens, vents, gutters, and soft metal.

Nickel
0.88″
Minor / Watch

Still below the severe-hail threshold, but large enough to leave visible marks on soft metal and add wear to older or hail-weakened roof shingles.

Quarter
1.00″
Watch

The NWS severe-hail threshold. Quarter-size hail can bruise shingles, dent soft metal, and create roof hail damage worth checking.

Half Dollar
1.25″
Watch

More likely to dent gutters, vents, flashing, and siding. Hail damage risk rises quickly on older roofs or hail-weakened shingles.

Ping Pong / Walnut
1.50″
Likely

Hail damage becomes more likely, including bruised shingles, granule loss, dented siding, and damaged roof vents.

Golf Ball
1.75″
Likely

Often causes roof hail damage, cracked shingles, dented gutters, damaged flashing, and siding impacts. A roof inspection is recommended.

Hen Egg
2.00″
Serious

Can crack or puncture shingles, expose mat, dent siding, and cause widespread hail damage across the roof and exterior.

Tennis Ball
2.50″
Serious

Can cause heavy roof hail damage, punctured siding, broken skylights, damaged vents, and widespread exterior damage.

Baseball
2.75″
Major

Major hail damage is likely, including severe roof impacts, damaged siding, broken windows, and possible major roof repairs.

Tea Cup / Large Apple
3.00″
Major

Can cause heavy hail damage across the roof, siding, gutters, windows, and exterior. Significant repairs are often needed.

Softball
4.00″
Extreme

Destructive hail damage. Can severely damage roofing materials, siding, windows, gutters, vents, vehicles, and exterior surfaces.

Grapefruit
4.50″
Extreme

Catastrophic hail damage risk for roofs, windows, vehicles, siding, gutters, and exterior surfaces.

Source: NOAA / National Weather Service hail size references are used for hail-size comparisons and the 1.00″ severe-hail threshold. Damage descriptions are general homeowner guidance, not official NOAA/NWS damage ratings. Sub-severe hail under 1.00″ is below the severe threshold, but that does not mean “no roof damage.” Penny- to nickel-size hail can still contribute to granule loss, cosmetic surface marks, and added wear, especially on older, brittle, poorly installed, or previously damaged roofs.

Latest NWS Wind Reports in and near ZIP 53538

83 reports
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75 mph
Jun 10, 2026
7:39 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trained spotter estimates 75 MPH wind gusts.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Fort Atkinson, WI
85 mph
Jun 10, 2026
7:26 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trained spotter estimates 85 MPH wind gusts.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 SE Rockdale, WI
UNK mph
Apr 14, 2026
6:01 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Public report of multiple trees down across the south side of Fort Atkinson... as well as some roof damage. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Fort Atkinson, WI
UNK mph
Apr 14, 2026
6:00 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Many trees down and uprooted... with one tree down on a house in the Lee Drive and Aspen Drive area. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSE Fort Atkinson, WI
UNK mph
Jun 4, 2024
12:10 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several small branches down with some larger branches down on an RV. A few piers along Lake Koshkonong are damaged due to the high waves and wind. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 SW Fort Atkinson, WI
UNK mph
Feb 9, 2024
12:20 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: large tree 1 to 2 feet diameter down at intersection of Loga Rd and St Hwy 106. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 SSE Rockdale, WI
UNK mph
Aug 24, 2023
11:30 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down across town. Time est from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Fort Atkinson, WI
UNK mph
Aug 24, 2023
11:28 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Approximately 2ft diameter tree (partially rotten) snapped and fell near Hwy K and US-12... blocking the road. Tree diameter estimated from picture.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSE Fort Atkinson, WI
UNK mph
Jul 30, 2023
3:12 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Delayed report via social media from Wisconet Manager. Uprooted tree and several large tree limbs down around US 12 and Hwy 26 northwest of Fort Atkinson. Time estimated based on radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NW Fort Atkinson, WI
UNK mph
Jul 29, 2023
3:25 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 4 in Tree branch snapped.
NWS Wind Report Location: 0.3 Sw Fort Atkinson, WI
UNK mph
Jul 29, 2023
3:16 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from Fort Atkinson. Report relayed via broadcast media. Multiple tree limbs around 10 inches in diameter down on vehicle. Estimated wind gusts around 60 mph. Time estimated based on radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Fort Atkinson, WI
UNK mph
Jul 28, 2023
3:16 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Report relayed via broadcast media. Multiple tree limbs around 10 inches in diameter down on vehicle. Estimated wind gusts around 60 mph. Time estimated based on radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Fort Atkinson, WI
UNK mph
Jul 22, 2023
11:28 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down and power lines down along Pond Road. Time estimated from radar. Estimated 60 mph wind gusts.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 SSW Fort Atkinson, WI
UNK mph
Jul 24, 2022
7:28 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: REPORTS OF MULTIPLE TREES DAMAGED AROUND FORT ATKINSON. TIME ESTIMATED BASED ON RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Fort Atkinson, WI
UNK mph
Jun 16, 2022
12:58 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SMALL TREE AND LOTS OF BRANCHES DOWN.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NNW Fort Atkinson, WI
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Wind Damage Risk for Your Home +

Storm reports list thunderstorm wind gusts in mph. The NWS marks storms as severe at 58+ mph, but wind damage to your home depends on roof age, shingle condition, installation, exposure, nearby trees, and prior hail or wind damage.

Below Severe
Under 58 mph
Minor

Usually little damage to a sound roof, but loose shingles, flashing, or debris may shift.

Severe
58–74 mph
Watch

Can loosen shingles, lift flashing, break limbs, and damage gutters, siding, fences, or trim.

Damaging
75–90 mph
Serious

Can peel shingles, damage vents, tear siding, rip gutters, and expose weak roof areas.

Extreme
90+ mph
Major

Can cause major roof covering loss, tree damage, broken windows, and structural damage.

Source: NOAA / National Weather Service storm reports. Gusts may be measured or estimated; actual wind damage varies by roof condition, exposure, and prior hail or wind damage.

Latest NWS Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 53538

15 reports
UNK category
May 26, 2024
10:36 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Probable tornado. A few trees down.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 S Fort Atkinson, WI
UNK category
May 26, 2024
10:27 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A NWS storm survey found that an EF-0 rated tornado... with an estimated wind speed of 65 MPH... developed over northeastern Lake Koshkonong... and tracked 5.57 mi northeastward toward the northwestern side of Fort Atkinson where it was photographed. Damage was mainly downed tree limbs.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 WSW Fort Atkinson, WI
UNK category
Oct 2, 2019
2:25 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: NWS STORM SURVEY CONFIRMS AN EF-0 RATED TORNADO WITH PEAK WINDS OF 80 MPH. STARTING POINT IS JUST WEST OF FORT ATKINSON NEAR HIGHWAY A BETWEEN ADVENT RD. AND KLEMENT RD. THE TRACK WAS TO THE SOUTHEAST... ENDING IN SOUTHEASTERN FORT ATKINSON NEAR THE INTERSECTION OF HACKBARTH RD. AND BRAMBLE BUSH LN.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 SE Rockdale, WI
EF0 category
Jul 22, 2010
5:38 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF0 tornado developed about 2.7 miles southwest of Cold Spring, just northwest of the intersection of U.S. Highway 12 and Hoge Rd. The tornado moved east for around 4 miles, ending about 1.6 miles north-northeast of Whitewater, 1/4 mile west of the intersection of STH 59 and CTH D. Damage was limited to large tree branches along the path, which averaged 45 yards. The EF0 estimated wind speed of 65 to 70 mph was based on DI 27(TH) DOD2. The exact start location is Lat 42.85819 and Lon -88.80070. The exact end location is Lat 42.85497 and Lon -88.72386.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.84 SW Cold Spg, WI
EF1 category
Jun 21, 2010
7:15 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF1 tornado developed in Busseyville just south of the intersection of Draves Road and Loga Road, and moved northeast about 1.3 miles and dissipated at the intersection of STH 106 and Carcajou Rd. Thirty residential structures were minimally affected, 1 had minor damage , and 2 sustained major damage (one of which had a large tree collapse part of the structure). A vehicle was damaged when a large tree branch fell on it. Total private sector damage was estimated at $620,000, which included $590,000 for residential structures, $25,000 for farm buildings, and $5,000 for the damaged vehicle. Uprooted trees and snapped tree limbs were noted along the path of the tornado. Some crop damage was noted with a loss estimate of about $10,000. Public sector service (non-damage) costs were limited to just debris clearance which totaled $8,000. The exact start location was Lat.42.89798 Lon. -88.98371. The exact end location was Lat 42.91102 Lon. -88.96454. The EF-rating was based on DI 27 (TH) DOD3 which suggests wind speeds between 90 and 100 mph. The average path width was 50 yards.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .23 SW Busseyville, WI
F0 category
Aug 18, 2005
6:45 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The fifth of five tornadoes in or near Fort Atkinson developed at 1845CST about 3.2 miles southeast of Fort Atkinson near the intersection of CTH M and CTH N (0.3 mile northeast of this intersection). It moved east across CTH N and then quickly dissipated at 1846CST. Several large trees were uprooted, one corn bin was ripped apart, and two other corn bins were damaged. Minor crop damage was noted. This tornado was rated as F0 with estimated wind speeds of 35-63 knots (40-72 mph). Average path width was 30 yards.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 SE Ft Atkinson, WI
F1 category
Aug 18, 2005
6:44 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This tornado spun up at 1844CST about 5.6 miles south-southwest of Fort Atkinson, where Grogan Rd. intersects with Vikerman Rd. It tracked east-southeast and damaged a couple farm sheds and damaged farm machinery on 3 farms. Tree damage and some minor crop damage was noted. It dissipated at 1853CST about 5.7 miles south of Fort Atkinson, or about 0.8 mile south-southeast of the intersection of CTH K and McMillen Rd. near a confluent spot on Allen Creek. This tornado was rated F1 with estimated wind speeds of 64-97 knots (74-112 mph). Average path width was 50 yards.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 6 SSW Ft Atkinson, WI
F1 category
Aug 18, 2005
6:37 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The fourth of five tornadoes in or near Fort Atkinson developed at 1837CST about 1.1 mile southwest of Fort Atkinson in a grassy area west of The Fireside Dinner Theater which is on STH 26 Business. This tornado moved due east through the southern part of the city of Fort Atkinson, just missing The Fireside which had some 500 guests inside, and dissipated 1.3 southeast of the city center on STH 12/89 about 0.2 mile south of Fox Hill Rd. Twenty residential homes and 5 businesses sustained minor damage, one business was destroyed, numerous many large trees were uprooted or twisted, some power-lines were damaged, and minor crop damage was noted. As for business losses, a portion of the roof of the Rock River Lanes was peeled back, the Best Western Motel had minor sign and roofing damage, and the Fort Plaza Mini Warehouse was destroyed. This tornado was rated as F1 with estimated wind speeds of 64-97 knots (74-112 mph). The average path width was about 30 yards.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 SW Ft Atkinson, WI
F1 category
Aug 18, 2005
6:27 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The third of five tornadoes in or near Fort Atkinson developed at 1827CST, about 4.1 miles west of Fort Atkinson, or 1.0 mile west-northwest of the intersection of STH 106 and CTH J. It tracked southeast across Burnham Rd. After crossing North Shore Drive, it dissipated in a swamp about 0.4 mile southwest of the intersection of STH 106 and the STH 26 bypass at 1832CST, or about 2.7 miles west-southwest of Fort Atkinson. One residential home sustained minor damage, two shead used for horses sustained roof and siding damage, many large trees were uprooted or twisted, and minor crop damage was noted. This tornado was rated as F1 with estimated wind speeds of 64-97 knots (74-112 mph). The average path width was 30 yards.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 W Ft Atkinson, WI
F1 category
Aug 18, 2005
6:20 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The second of five tornadoes in or near Fort Atkinson developed at 1820CST just east of the first tornado, about 5 miles west of Fort Atkinson, or about 0.3 mile north of the end of East Grove Rd. It tracked cyclonically to the southwest, south, and then southeast where it dissipated about 0.4 mile northeast of the intersection of STH 106 and Kreutz Rd at 1823CST (about 5 miles west of Fort Atkinson). A trailer with a truck inside was tipped over, resulting to damage to both. One residential home sustained minor damage, many large large trees were uprooted or twisted, and minor crop damage was noted. This tornado was rated as F1 with estimated wind speeds of 64-97 knots (74-112 mph). Average path width was 25 yards.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 W Ft Atkinson, WI
F0 category
Aug 18, 2005
6:15 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The first of five tornadoes in or around Fort Atkinson developed at 1815CST, 5.5 miles west of Fort Atkinson, or near the end of West Grove Rd. It headed southeast and dissipated 5.2 miles west of Fort Atkinson at 1817CST, or about 0.2 mile north-northeast of the intersection of STH 106 and Kreutz Rd. Two mobile homes minor damage, one residential home was damaged and its 3-car garage was destroyed, one farm shed was destroyed, many large trees were uprooted, and minor crop damage was noted. This tornado was rated F0 with estimated wind speeds of 35-63 knots (40-72 mph). Average path width was 20 yards.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 6 W Ft Atkinson, WI
F0 category
May 6, 2005
3:29 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 53538
Fond du Lac County · 32,214 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A brief, weak tornado was spotted about 3.2 to 3.0 miles northwest of Pipe (Fond du Lac Co.) just inside the county line over Lake Winnebago. There were no reports of damage. This tornado was a continuation of a tornado that spun up over Lake Winnebago about 7.8 miles east-southeast of Oshkosh in Winnebago County at 1324CST and moved to a point 3.7 miles southwest of Brothertown at 1329CST in extreme southwest Calumet County. This tornado was seen by a severe weather spotter from Calumet County. The surface position is and F-scale rating are estimated and based on the spotter's report.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 NW Pipe, WI
F0 category
Aug 13, 2002
4:02 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A weak tornado spun up 1.8 miles southwest of Ft. Atkinson near the Rock River, and proceeded to move east-southeast across the far southern parts of the city to just north of the intersection of Hwy 89 and M, and then across rural, farm locations to a point just west of N about .5 mile north of Cold Spring. Maximum wind speeds were estimated to be in the 52 to 61 kts (60 to 70) mph range based on F0 damage left behind. Some light damage to shingles and siding was noted on several residential homes. Several large trees were uprooted, and loose lumber and debris was picked up at a lumber yard. At other locations along the path, lawn furniture and other objects were overturned or displaced. Eyewitness reports indicated that the condensation funnel was not visible all the way to the ground, but they noted that dirt was ingested into the circulation, thereby making the tornado visible at ground level. There were no fatalities or injuries. Meteorologically, the tornado was the result of two thunderstorm cells, in a line of storms along a cold front, merging just southwest of Ft. Atkinson. No other severe weather was reported.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 SW Ft Atkinson, WI
F2 category
Mar 27, 1991
2:15 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, WI
F2 category
Jun 15, 1981
1:02 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 53538
Jefferson County · 26,023 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, WI
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Tornado Damage Risk for Your Home +

After a tornado, the National Weather Service assigns an EF rating from EF0 to EF5 based on surveyed damage. The rating estimates wind speed from what the tornado damaged, so actual damage can vary by construction quality, roof age, garage doors, windows, trees, debris, and how close the home was to the tornado path.

EF0
65–85 mph
Light

Can peel shingles, damage gutters or siding, break tree limbs, and toss loose outdoor items.

EF1
86–110 mph
Moderate

Can strip roof covering, damage exterior doors, break windows, snap trees, and cause heavier siding or gutter damage.

EF2
111–135 mph
Serious

Can tear off large sections of roofing, break or uproot trees, destroy weaker structures, and cause major exterior damage.

EF3–EF5
136+ mph
Severe

Can remove roofs and walls, destroy large portions of homes, toss vehicles, and cause severe to total destruction near the path.

Source: NOAA / National Weather Service. EF ratings are assigned after a post-storm damage survey and are based on observed damage, not a direct measurement at every home.

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ZIP 53538 area census snapshot

People & households
Population18,604
Households7,856
Housing units8,444
Income
Median household income$80,784
$100k+ households48.0%
$150k+ households19.8%
Housing stock
Single-family detached6,277
Attached single-family351
Small multifamily1,015
Large multifamily626
Mobile homes161
Housing mix
Single-family share74.3%
Attached-home share4.2%
Multifamily share19.4%
Mobile-home share1.9%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied5,930
Renter-occupied1,926
Vacant units588
Home value & age
Median home value$228,200
Owner homes $300k+30.0%
Owner homes $500k+6.7%
Owner homes $750k+1.1%
Median year built1970
Older-home share63.8%
Vehicle context
Households with cars7,448
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 53538 have on record?

Our records show 32 hail, 83 wind, and 15 tornado reports in and near ZIP 53538, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on June 10, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 53538?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 53538 is 4.25″. It was reported near Jefferson, WI on May 11, 2011.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 53538 — does that mean my roof is damaged?

Not necessarily. A storm report only means hail, wind, or a tornado was observed nearby; it does not confirm damage at any specific address, and conditions change from block to block. Check an address-level hail report first, and if it looks significant, find a local pro that serves ZIP 53538 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 53538 — why should I look at its storm history?

Recent hail or wind can leave a roof or exterior with damage that is easy to miss during a walkthrough, and a recent roof replacement is sometimes an insurance job after a storm. Reviewing the storm history for a ZIP 53538 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 53538 — how does this help me?

Knowing the storm history for your address lets you answer buyer questions with confidence, document repairs you have already made, and decide whether a pre-listing roof check is worthwhile. A clear hail history removes a common sticking point during negotiations.

How do I check hail history for a specific ZIP 53538 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 53538 — no phone number or email required. It shows recent hail activity for that address so you know whether a closer roof or exterior review makes sense.

Where does this storm report data come from, and what are its limits?

Storm reports on this page are public reports from storm events in and around ZIP 53538, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 53538, but they do not confirm damage at any specific property. Report locations, sizes, and times may be approximate and can vary from what an individual home experienced. For property-specific hail history, use an address-level hail report or contact a participating local professional for a remote hail inspection. Pros inclusion is not an endorsement, and contacting a professional does not confirm damage at any property.

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