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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 59457

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 59457 from June 15, 1956 through September 7, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
85
Wind Reports
92
Tornado Reports
10
Max Hail Size
3.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 59457 · 1956–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 7, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 59457

85 reports
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0.25″ hail
Sep 7, 2026
8:34 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Pea size hail falling.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 W Hilger, MT
2.00″ hail
Sep 7, 2026
4:00 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Delayed report. Estimated hail up to 2 inches in diameter.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 S Hilger, MT
3.00″ hail
Sep 7, 2026
3:30 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Delayed Report: Social media picture of 3 inch hail near Hilger.
NWS Hail Report Location: Hilger, MT
2.00″ hail
Sep 7, 2026
2:45 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Picture from social media.
NWS Hail Report Location: Danvers, MT
1.00″ hail
Sep 7, 2026
12:47 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported quarter-sized hail at Lewistown Divide.
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 E Lewistown, MT
2.50″ hail
Jul 28, 2025
11:25 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Spotter reported hail between 2 to 2.5 inches in diameter. The spotter also noted the hail punched a hole into their deck.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 WSW Forestgrove, MT
1.75″ hail
Jun 15, 2025
11:25 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Time estimated based on radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: Forestgrove, MT
2.50″ hail
Jun 15, 2025
10:48 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Trained spotter reports egg to tennis ball size hail. Images were provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 S Lewistown, MT
1.75″ hail
Jun 15, 2025
1:32 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Patrol car traveling along Highway 81 received substantial hail damage. Location and time estimated based on radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 NE Danvers, MT
1.75″ hail
Jun 15, 2025
1:22 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report from social media. Ground was almost completely covered with hailstones ranging from quarter to golf ball size. Time estimated based on radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: Danvers, MT
1.75″ hail
Jun 15, 2025
12:58 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Spotter reports golf ball size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 NNW Moore, MT
1.00″ hail
Jun 21, 2024
8:36 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Estimated hail up to 1 inch in diameter. Time of event is estimated via radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 11 S Lewistown, MT
1.25″ hail
Jul 31, 2023
3:13 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Social media pictures submitted of hail slightly larger than one inch in Lewistown.
NWS Hail Report Location: Lewistown, MT
1.00″ hail
Jul 30, 2023
3:15 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Delayed report of hail up to 1 inch in diameter. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 S Lewistown, MT
1.00″ hail
Jun 1, 2023
9:07 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Pictures submitted of hail being compared to a quarter. Occurred near Lewistown Pool.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SE Lewistown, 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 59457

92 reports
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59 mph
Sep 7, 2026
6:05 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: AWOS station K1NM 5 NE Forestgrove.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 Nne Forestgrove, MT
61 mph
Jul 26, 2026
1:58 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS at KLWT Lewistown.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Wsw Lewistown, MT
UNK mph
Jul 15, 2026
1:05 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency manager reported downed trees and power lines in Lewistown. Location and time estimated.
NWS Wind Report Location: Lewistown, MT
58 mph
Jul 15, 2026
12:55 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Ambient Weather Station just north of the Lewistown Airport.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 W Lewistown, MT
UNK mph
Jul 13, 2026
12:07 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm wind gusts uprooted a 25 to 30 ft spruce tree with an 8 inch diameter base.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 S Lewistown, MT
58 mph
Jul 6, 2026
2:00 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Peak gust at Montana mesonet sensor Forestgrove N over the 5 minutes prior to the report time.
NWS Wind Report Location: 8 N Forestgrove, MT
68 mph
Jul 6, 2026
1:58 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: AWOS station K1NM November peak gust.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 NNE Forestgrove, MT
60 mph
Jul 6, 2026
1:56 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: AWOS station K1NM November.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 NNE Forestgrove, MT
61 mph
Aug 17, 2025
11:55 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 8 N Forestgrove, MT
60 mph
Aug 17, 2025
11:30 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Estimated wind gusts near 60 mph. Apple tree took a hit.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NNW Hilger, MT
60 mph
Aug 17, 2025
11:09 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Ambient weather station. Sustained winds of 47 mph at the time of observation.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 ENE Danvers, MT
68 mph
Aug 7, 2025
9:11 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: AWOS station K1NM Novemeber.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 NNE Forestgrove, MT
71 mph
Aug 7, 2025
9:10 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MT Mesonet station Forestgrove N. Peak gust in the last 5 minutes.
NWS Wind Report Location: 8 N Forestgrove, MT
60 mph
Jul 10, 2025
4:10 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 60 mph wind gust at the Forestgrove N MT Mesonet site on Wednesday evening.
NWS Wind Report Location: 8 N Forestgrove, MT
64 mph
Jul 10, 2025
4:03 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 64 mph thunderstorm wind gusts at AWOS station K1NM 5 NE Forestgrove.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 NNE Forestgrove, 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 59457

10 reports
F0 category
Jun 28, 2005
1:55 PM MST
Tornado report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado was reported by the public at Lewistown 3E. The torndao was on the ground only briefly with no damage or injuries reported.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 E Lewistown, MT
F2 category
Jul 8, 2002
3:30 PM MST
Tornado report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A severe thunderstorm moved across the northern half of Fergus County during the late afternoon hours on the 8th. This storm produced a widespread area of one to two inch hail from Brooks to Roy, with wind gusts over 70 mph. When the storm was just north of Brooks, a tornado developed. This tornado was on the ground for several miles, but remained over rural areas of Fergus County. However, this tornado did hit three residences, causing damage to houses and several barns. A few mobile homes were also damaged and one grain elevator near Moulton was toppled.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Hilger, MT
F0 category
Aug 14, 1999
7:15 PM MST
Tornado report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 12 NE Lewistown, MT
F2 category
Aug 14, 1999
4:15 PM MST
Tornado report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: NUMEROUS HAIL REPORTS 1 TO 2 INCHES...ONE WIND ESTIMATE AHEAD OF TORNADO 87KT
NWS Tornado Report Location: Lewistown, MT
F0 category
Jun 30, 1999
2:00 PM MST
Tornado report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 10 N Moore, MT
F0 category
Jun 21, 1999
4:10 PM MST
Tornado report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 11 NW Lewistown, MT
F1 category
Aug 23, 1998
3:30 PM MST
Tornado report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: N Moore, MT
F0 category
Jun 6, 1997
7:48 PM MST
Tornado report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: BRIEF TOUCHDOWN
NWS Tornado Report Location: 10 E Lewistown, MT
F0 category
Jun 21, 1991
5:15 PM MST
Tornado report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MT
F0 category
Aug 19, 1975
5:00 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 59457
Fergus County · 4,512 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 59457 area census snapshot

People & households
Population9,215
Households4,203
Housing units4,710
Income
Median household income$59,682
$100k+ households37.3%
$150k+ households8.8%
Housing stock
Single-family detached3,496
Attached single-family27
Small multifamily391
Large multifamily284
Mobile homes493
Housing mix
Single-family share74.2%
Attached-home share0.6%
Multifamily share14.3%
Mobile-home share10.5%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied2,716
Renter-occupied1,487
Vacant units507
Home value & age
Median home value$205,500
Owner homes $300k+24.7%
Owner homes $500k+11.9%
Owner homes $750k+5.1%
Median year built1963
Older-home share69.1%
Vehicle context
Households with cars3,817
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 59457 have on record?

Our records show 85 hail, 92 wind, and 10 tornado reports in and near ZIP 59457, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 7, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 59457?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 59457 is 3.00″. It was reported near Hilger, MT on September 7, 2026.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 59457 — 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 59457 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 59457 — 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 59457 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 59457 — 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 59457 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 59457 — 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 59457, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 59457, 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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