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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 59442

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 59442 from July 14, 1957 through September 2, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
30
Wind Reports
38
Tornado Reports
1
Max Hail Size
2.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 59442 · 1957–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 2, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 59442

30 reports
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1.00″ hail
Jun 15, 2025
10:01 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Social media report of one inch diameter hail in Fort Benton.
NWS Hail Report Location: Fort Benton, MT
1.00″ hail
Aug 22, 2024
12:01 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail up to quarter size falling.
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 SE Loma, MT
1.00″ hail
Jul 7, 2020
7:59 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: .
NWS Hail Report Location: 12 SE Loma, MT
1.00″ hail
Jul 7, 2020
7:45 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A FEW QUARTER SIZE HAIL. MOSTLY PENNY SIZE HAIL. HAIL COVERED THE GROUND. SOME CROP DAMAGE.
NWS Hail Report Location: 10 SSE Loma, MT
2.00″ hail
May 28, 2014
5:45 PM MST-7
Hail report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail 2.00 inches (hen egg sized) reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: .92 E Virgelle, MT
1.00″ hail
May 28, 2014
4:58 PM MST-7
Hail report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail 1.00 inches (quarter sized) reported in Fort Benton, MT.
NWS Hail Report Location: .46 W Ft Benton Arpt, MT
1.00″ hail
Jul 8, 2013
7:25 PM MST-7
Hail report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail measuring 1.00 inches (quarter sized) was reported in Fort Benton, MT.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Ft Benton, MT
1.75″ hail
Jul 8, 2013
7:15 PM MST-7
Hail report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail measuring 1.75 inches (golf ball sized) was reported 10 mi W of Fort Benton, MT. Winds were estimated 50 MPH.
NWS Hail Report Location: 10 W Ft Benton, MT
1.75″ hail
Jun 4, 2012
6:30 PM MST-7
Hail report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf Ball sized hail, measuring 1.75 inches, was reported 5 miles W of Fort Benton.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 W Ft Benton, MT
2.50″ hail
Jun 4, 2012
6:20 PM MST-7
Hail report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Tennis ball sized hail, measuring 2.5 inches, was reported 5 miles NE of Carter. Winds to 70 mph, debris, and blown out windshields were also reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 NE Carter, MT
1.00″ hail
Jul 16, 2011
7:50 PM MST-7
Hail report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A thunderstorm dropped 1 inch diameter hail at Fort Benton 1N.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 N Ft Benton, MT
1.75″ hail
Jul 19, 2010
7:42 PM MST-7
Hail report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A thunderstorm dropped 1.75 inch diameter hail at Fort Benton 20NW (The Knees 12SE).
NWS Hail Report Location: 20 NW Ft Benton, MT
1.25″ hail
Jul 4, 2009
4:05 PM MST-7
Hail report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A severe thunderstorm dropped 1.25 inch diameter hail at Fort Benton 17E.
NWS Hail Report Location: 17 E Ft Benton, MT
1.25″ hail
Jul 4, 2009
4:00 PM MST-7
Hail report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A severe thunderstorm dropped 1.25 inch diameter hail at Fort Benton 16E.
NWS Hail Report Location: 16 E Ft Benton, MT
0.88″ hail
Jul 27, 2008
4:10 AM MST-7
Hail report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A severe thunderstorm dropped .88 inch diameter hail at Fort Benton 9SE.
NWS Hail Report Location: 9 SE Ft Benton, MT
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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 59442

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59 mph
Sep 2, 2026
10:15 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 17 N Carter, MT
67 mph
Aug 28, 2026
12:35 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 Se Fort Benton, MT
48 mph
Aug 18, 2026
9:50 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Mesonet station RIGM8 Frenchmans Ridge.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 Se Fort Benton, MT
64 mph
May 13, 2026
9:55 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: AWOS station K79S 1 NE Fort Benton.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NNE Fort Benton, MT
61 mph
May 13, 2026
9:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Carter N Montana Mesonet measured a 61 mph wind gust.
NWS Wind Report Location: 14 E The Knees, MT
58 mph
May 13, 2026
9:15 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Mesonet station MTM45 3.2 SW Loma (MT-MESO).
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSW Loma, MT
59 mph
Aug 20, 2024
2:25 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Mesonet station GW3862 LOMA EIGHTEEN NW.
NWS Wind Report Location: 18 NW Loma, MT
UNK mph
Aug 20, 2024
2:06 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Spotter traveling northbound on highway 87 noted two snapped power poles near mile marker 31. Confirmed power outages in the area.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 ENE Carter, MT
59 mph
Jul 11, 2021
11:45 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 18 E Fort Benton, MT
70 mph
Jun 4, 2017
11:11 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: CHASER ESTIMATED 70 MPH GUST. WIND WAS ROCKING CAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W Fort Benton, MT
60 mph
Jun 2, 2017
12:05 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TRAINED SPORTTER ON HIGHWAY 87 NEAR MILE MARKER 33 REPORTED WIND GUSTS TO AT LEAST 60 MPH. DUST IS BEING KICKED UP... WHICH IS REDUCING VISIBILITY.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 WSW Fort Benton, MT
60 mph
May 7, 2017
12:17 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 E Power, MT
UNK mph
Apr 7, 2017
7:30 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: NORTHWESTERN ENERGY REPORTS POWER OUTAGES DUE TO STORM DAMAGE TO POWER LINES IN FORT BENTON/LOMA/CARTER AREAS. TIME ESTIMATED BASED ON RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Fort Benton, MT
64 mph
Jul 1, 2015
1:40 PM MST-7
Wind report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Report of a grain silo blown down from thunderstorm winds.
NWS Wind Report Location: 8.08 SW Warrick, MT
64 mph
Jul 1, 2015
1:35 PM MST-7
Wind report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A peak wind gust of 64 mph and half inch hail was reported. Some damage was done to buildings and trees.
NWS Wind Report Location: .46 W Ft Benton Arpt, MT
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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 59442

1 reports
UNK category
Jul 10, 1965
5:15 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 59442
Chouteau County · 2,253 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MT
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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 59442 area census snapshot

People & households
Population1,777
Households715
Housing units938
Income
Median household income$68,024
$100k+ households38.7%
$150k+ households9.0%
Housing stock
Single-family detached703
Attached single-family0
Small multifamily76
Large multifamily24
Mobile homes135
Housing mix
Single-family share75.0%
Attached-home share--
Multifamily share10.7%
Mobile-home share14.4%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied539
Renter-occupied176
Vacant units223
Home value & age
Median home value$209,600
Owner homes $300k+27.3%
Owner homes $500k+6.9%
Owner homes $750k+3.3%
Median year built1956
Older-home share74.4%
Vehicle context
Households with cars705
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 59442 have on record?

Our records show 30 hail, 38 wind, and 1 tornado reports in and near ZIP 59442, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 2, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 59442?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 59442 is 2.75″. It was reported near Fort Benton, MT on July 23, 1992.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 59442 — 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 59442 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 59442 — 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 59442 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 59442 — 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 59442 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 59442 — 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 59442, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 59442, 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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