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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 56071

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 56071 from June 19, 1956 through July 29, 2025, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
49
Wind Reports
41
Tornado Reports
7
Max Hail Size
3.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 56071 · 1956–present Updated  Daily · last Jul 29, 2025

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 56071

49 reports
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1.75″ hail
May 11, 2022
12:01 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 56071
Le Sueur County · 10,610 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: GOLF BALL SIZED HAIL REPORTED... RELAYED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA PIC.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 WSW New Prague, MN
1.00″ hail
Apr 13, 2022
2:30 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 56071
Scott County · 40,267 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: New Prague, MN
1.75″ hail
Jun 17, 2021
11:49 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 56071
Le Sueur County · 10,610 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: IMAGES/REPORT FROM TWITTER.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 S New Prague, MN
1.75″ hail
Jun 4, 2019
9:25 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 56071
Scott County · 40,267 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SPOTTER CALLED REPORTING HAIL BETWEEN PING PONG BALL AND GOLF BALL SIZED.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 NW New Prague, MN
1.00″ hail
Jun 4, 2019
9:15 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 56071
Le Sueur County · 10,610 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: VIA EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT.
NWS Hail Report Location: Union Hill, MN
1.75″ hail
Aug 1, 2017
9:25 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 56071
Le Sueur County · 10,610 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PHOTO SUBMITTED ON TWITTER.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 SSE New Prague, MN
1.75″ hail
Aug 1, 2017
8:55 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 56071
Le Sueur County · 10,610 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PHOTO SUBMITTED ON TWITTER.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 SSE New Prague, MN
1.00″ hail
Jun 23, 2016
12:18 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 56071
Scott County · 40,267 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: .
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 W New Prague, MN
0.75″ hail
Aug 21, 2013
2:18 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 56071
Scott County · 40,267 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 N New Prague, MN
1.00″ hail
Jun 21, 2013
8:14 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 56071
Scott County · 40,267 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.7 SW St Benedict, MN
2.00″ hail
Jun 17, 2012
11:55 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 56071
Le Sueur County · 10,610 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.38 S New Prague, MN
1.75″ hail
Jun 17, 2012
11:49 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 56071
Scott County · 40,267 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N New Prague, MN
1.00″ hail
May 27, 2012
6:12 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 56071
Le Sueur County · 10,610 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .85 SE New Prague, MN
1.00″ hail
May 3, 2012
7:40 AM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 56071
Le Sueur County · 10,610 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.45 W Heidelberg, MN
1.00″ hail
Jul 23, 2011
8:00 AM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 56071
Scott County · 40,267 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .98 W New Prague, MN
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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 56071

41 reports
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61 mph
Jul 29, 2025
2:56 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 56071
Scott County · 40,267 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd gst report from 3 NNW New Prague. Measured by Scott County mesonet.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNW New Prague, MN
UNK mph
Jun 4, 2019
9:45 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 56071
Le Sueur County · 10,610 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 16IN DIAMETER PINE TREE DOWN ON HOUSE. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Heidelberg, MN
UNK mph
Jun 4, 2019
9:45 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 56071
Scott County · 40,267 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SPORADIC TREE DAMAGE VARYING IN SIZE UP TO 8 INCH IN DIAMETER. OUTHOUSE TIPPED OVER.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NE New Prague, MN
UNK mph
Jun 4, 2019
9:26 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 56071
Le Sueur County · 10,610 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ROAD SIGN BLOWN DOWN AT HWY 13 AND 19 INTERSECTION.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E New Prague, MN
UNK mph
Jun 4, 2019
9:25 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 56071
Scott County · 40,267 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE AND LIMBS DOWN; ROOF BLOWN OFF SHED.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 SE Belle Plaine, MN
UNK mph
Jun 4, 2019
9:22 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 56071
Scott County · 40,267 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN ON RAILROAD TRACKS.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNW New Prague, MN
UNK mph
Jun 4, 2019
9:20 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 56071
Le Sueur County · 10,610 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: BARN ROOF BLOWN OFF.
NWS Wind Report Location: Union Hill, MN
85 mph
Jun 4, 2019
9:17 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 56071
Le Sueur County · 10,610 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: VIA EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT.
NWS Wind Report Location: Union Hill, MN
UNK mph
Jul 4, 2018
6:28 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 56071
Scott County · 40,267 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TWITTER VIDEO SHOWS AN OUTBUILDING ROLLING. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N New Prague, MN
60 mph
Jul 17, 2015
11:23 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 56071
Scott County · 40,267 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A large tree was blown down in New Prague.
NWS Wind Report Location: N New Prague, MN
58 mph
Nov 10, 2012
10:38 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 56071
Le Sueur County · 10,610 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Roof and siding damage occurred at a home in New Prague.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.07 SSE New Prague, MN
81 mph
Jun 19, 2012
2:59 AM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 56071
Scott County · 40,267 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.7 NNW New Prague, MN
58 mph
Jun 10, 2012
7:27 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 56071
Scott County · 40,267 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: N New Prague, MN
71 mph
May 23, 2012
7:14 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 56071
Scott County · 40,267 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A 71 mph wind gust was measured by the Minnesota Department of Transportation wind sensor near New Prague. In addition, a farm to the northeast of this sensor had several large tree limbs, up to 10 inches in diameter, snapped off approximately 15 feet above the base of the tree. Plus, a metal shed roof was partially blown off and thrown into a neighbor's yard.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.49 S St Benedict, MN
62 mph
Jun 20, 2007
7:18 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 56071
Scott County · 40,267 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Six to eight inch branches felled.
NWS Wind Report Location: N New Prague, MN
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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 56071

7 reports
UNK category
Aug 17, 2017
12:05 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 56071
Le Sueur County · 10,610 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: WEAK TORNADO DEVELOPED SOUTH SOUTHWEST OF NEW PRAGUE. DAMAGE MATCHED UP TO CIRCULATION ON RADAR.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 SW New Prague, MN
EF0 category
Jun 26, 2010
8:20 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 56071
Le Sueur County · 10,610 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Several dozen trees were broken, garage doors were dented in, and damage was done to siding, soffits, and shingles on numerous houses.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.71 S New Prague, MN
F0 category
May 9, 2001
6:40 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 56071
Scott County · 40,267 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Tornado touched down briefly in open field near south end of Cedar Lake. No damage reported.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 NE New Prague, MN
F0 category
May 9, 2001
6:29 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 56071
Scott County · 40,267 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Touched down briefly in open field near south end of Pleasant lake. No damage incurred.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 N New Prague, MN
F0 category
Aug 12, 1999
8:13 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 56071
Le Sueur County · 10,610 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A few trees felled. Tornado continued into Rice County.
NWS Tornado Report Location: E Heidelberg, MN
F2 category
May 21, 1977
2:45 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 56071
Scott County · 40,267 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MN
F2 category
May 21, 1977
2:36 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 56071
Le Sueur County · 10,610 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MN
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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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U.S. Census Data · ZIP Code

ZIP 56071 area census snapshot

People & households
Population13,015
Households4,586
Housing units4,773
Income
Median household income$109,672
$100k+ households48.3%
$150k+ households23.6%
Housing stock
Single-family detached3,760
Attached single-family524
Small multifamily129
Large multifamily360
Mobile homes0
Housing mix
Single-family share78.8%
Attached-home share11.0%
Multifamily share10.3%
Mobile-home share--
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied3,863
Renter-occupied723
Vacant units187
Home value & age
Median home value$373,000
Owner homes $300k+68.4%
Owner homes $500k+22.7%
Owner homes $750k+6.0%
Median year built1990
Older-home share37.8%
Vehicle context
Households with cars4,496
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 56071 have on record?

Our records show 49 hail, 41 wind, and 7 tornado reports in and near ZIP 56071, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on July 29, 2025.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 56071?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 56071 is 3.00″. It was reported near New Prague, MN on June 19, 1956.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 56071 — 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 56071 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 56071 — 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 56071 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 56071 — 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 56071 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 56071 — 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 56071, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 56071, 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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