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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 59701

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 59701 from June 8, 1958 through September 2, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
33
Wind Reports
35
Tornado Reports
0
Max Hail Size
2.50″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 59701 · 1958–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 2, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 59701

33 reports
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1.75″ hail
Aug 10, 2019
11:54 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 59701
Silver Bow County · 12,594 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REPORTED AT 235 MEADOW VIEW DR... BUTTE MT... SPOTTER CINDY CROM CALLED ON BEHALF OF A FRIEND AT THE ADDRESS PROVIDED. THEY GOT GOLF BALL SIZED HAIL THAT LASTED FOR ABOUT 3 MIN... THEN HEAVY RAIN. THEY REPORTED DAMAGE TO VEHICLES AND ROOF. CINDY SAID SHE ONLY GOT HEAVY RAIN AT HER HOUSE.
NWS Hail Report Location: 235 MEADOW View Dr, But, MT
1.00″ hail
Aug 10, 2019
11:30 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 59701
Jefferson County · 4,508 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZED HAIL REPORTED FOR A SHORT PERIOD BUT MOSTLY DIME SIZED AFTERWARD.
NWS Hail Report Location: 14 SSW Basin, MT
1.00″ hail
Aug 10, 2019
11:05 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 59701
Silver Bow County · 12,594 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Butte, MT
1.00″ hail
Aug 10, 2019
11:00 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 59701
Silver Bow County · 12,594 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PHOTO RETRIEVED FROM SOCIAL MEDIA.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 WNW Butte, MT
1.00″ hail
Jul 30, 2019
11:02 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 59701
Silver Bow County · 12,594 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SW Newcomb, MT
1.00″ hail
Jul 10, 2017
10:30 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 59701
Silver Bow County · 12,594 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: OVER ONE INCH HAIL OCCURRING AT TIME OF CALL FROM TRAINED SPOTTER.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SW Newcomb, MT
1.25″ hail
Aug 7, 2016
10:06 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 59701
Silver Bow County · 12,594 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: AFTER LIGHTNING STOPPED... SPOTTER MEASURED HAIL UP TO 1.25 INCHES IN DIAMETER. THIS SUPERSEDES THE PREVIOUS REPORT OF ESTIMATED 1 INCH HAIL FOR THIS LOCATION.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SW Newcomb, MT
1.00″ hail
Aug 15, 2014
11:54 AM MST-7
Hail report for ZIP 59701
Silver Bow County · 12,594 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A trained spotter reported 1 size hail south of Butte.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SSE Butte, MT
1.00″ hail
Jul 23, 2014
6:53 PM MST-7
Hail report for ZIP 59701
Silver Bow County · 12,594 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A trained spotter estimated that 1 hail fell during the thunderstorm.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 WNW Butte, MT
1.00″ hail
Jul 14, 2011
7:00 AM MST-7
Hail report for ZIP 59701
Silver Bow County · 12,594 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A trained spotter reported quarter sized hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 S Butte, MT
2.00″ hail
Aug 6, 2009
2:10 PM MST-7
Hail report for ZIP 59701
Silver Bow County · 12,594 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Extensive hail damage to homes, roofs, and vehicles reported on Green Acres and Continental Drive near Butte. Hail size ranged between 1.75 and two inches in diameter. In addition, wind gusts were estimated up to 70 mph, which caused some tree branches to break.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.92 E (Btm)Mooney Arpt But, MT
1.00″ hail
Aug 6, 2009
2:05 PM MST-7
Hail report for ZIP 59701
Silver Bow County · 12,594 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Butte, MT
1.50″ hail
Aug 6, 2009
2:00 PM MST-7
Hail report for ZIP 59701
Silver Bow County · 12,594 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A trained spotter reported that the hail caused damage to the windows of his home as well as three vehicles. Tree branches were stripped from the large hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.44 W Janney, MT
2.50″ hail
Aug 6, 2009
2:00 PM MST-7
Hail report for ZIP 59701
Silver Bow County · 12,594 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A member of the public reported 2.5 inch hail to the Silver Bow County Sheriff.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.81 S Rocker, MT
1.00″ hail
Aug 6, 2009
1:50 PM MST-7
Hail report for ZIP 59701
Silver Bow County · 12,594 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A trained spotter reported hail increasing in size. The windows of the home were damaged. The large hail caused tree branches to be stripped.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.44 W Janney, 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 59701

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UNK mph
Sep 2, 2026
8:15 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59701
Silver Bow County · 12,594 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Public report of large Aspen tree down with damage to a fence. Time estimated based on other reports in the area.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Ese Butte, MT
UNK mph
Sep 2, 2026
8:12 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59701
Silver Bow County · 12,594 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Reports of large tree down at Highland View Golf Course. Time estimated based on other reports in the area.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Sse Butte, MT
74 mph
Sep 2, 2026
8:11 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59701
Silver Bow County · 12,594 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Bert Mooney Airport ASOS.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Nne Newcomb, MT
UNK mph
Sep 2, 2026
8:10 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59701
Silver Bow County · 12,594 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Reports of several large and mature trees down at the Holy Cross Cemetery.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Nne Newcomb, MT
67 mph
May 13, 2026
11:53 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59701
Silver Bow County · 12,594 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KBTM Butte-mooney Ap.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSE Butte, MT
62 mph
Jul 26, 2025
11:46 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59701
Silver Bow County · 12,594 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KBTM Butte-mooney Ap.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSE Butte, MT
61 mph
Sep 11, 2024
10:50 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59701
Silver Bow County · 12,594 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KBTM Butte-Mooney Ap.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSE Butte, MT
UNK mph
Jul 10, 2023
11:20 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59701
Silver Bow County · 12,594 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A downed tree... taking out a power pole was shared on social media on Excelsior Ave in Butte... MT. Time of the damage is estimated. A wind gust of 47mph was observed at the Butte Airport... south of the tree damage.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WNW Butte, MT
62 mph
Aug 1, 2019
7:25 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59701
Silver Bow County · 12,594 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: RECORDED ON THE BUTTE ASOS.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNE Newcomb, MT
58 mph
Aug 7, 2016
10:32 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 59701
Jefferson County · 4,508 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 58 MPH WIND GUST AT HOMESTAKE PASS ON INTERSTATE 90.
NWS Wind Report Location: 8 SE Butte, MT
58 mph
Jul 23, 2015
3:05 PM MST-7
Wind report for ZIP 59701
Silver Bow County · 12,594 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree fell on a house bringing damage to a power box. Another large tree fell and downed multiple power poles. The power outage affected 5000 homes.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Butte, MT
55 mph
Aug 1, 2013
3:01 PM MST-7
Wind report for ZIP 59701
Silver Bow County · 12,594 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A newspaper in Butte reported that the top of an approximately 40 foot Ponderosa Pine tree fell over onto Park Street near the Montana Tech hill. Looking at the photo, the tree apparently fell towards the east direction.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.51 NW Butte, MT
53 mph
Aug 1, 2013
3:01 PM MST-7
Wind report for ZIP 59701
Silver Bow County · 12,594 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The Bert Mooney airport located four miles south-southeast of Butte reported a strong west wind gust of 53 mph due to a thunderstorm that moved through. Power companies reported six utility poles on a 50K transmission line down due to the storms in southwest Montana. This caused power outages in Silver Bow county that lasted through the night. The strong winds also caused downed trees in the Butte area.
NWS Wind Report Location: N (Btm)Mooney Arpt But, MT
59 mph
Jun 29, 2011
1:11 PM MST-7
Wind report for ZIP 59701
Jefferson County · 4,508 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A thunderstorm produced a wind gust to 59 mph at Basin 11SW (the Elk Park DOT site).
NWS Wind Report Location: 11 SW Basin, MT
58 mph
Aug 26, 2010
6:34 PM MST-7
Wind report for ZIP 59701
Silver Bow County · 12,594 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large trees fell across roadways and power lines were knocked down in portions of Butte. A few small grass fires were reported from the downed power lines.
NWS Wind Report Location: .39 NW Butte, 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 59701

0 reports

No tornado reports were found for this selection.

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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 59701 area census snapshot

People & households
Population34,245
Households14,870
Housing units16,834
Income
Median household income$56,799
$100k+ households31.7%
$150k+ households9.9%
Housing stock
Single-family detached12,151
Attached single-family401
Small multifamily1,688
Large multifamily1,661
Mobile homes933
Housing mix
Single-family share72.2%
Attached-home share2.4%
Multifamily share19.9%
Mobile-home share5.5%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied10,348
Renter-occupied4,522
Vacant units1,964
Home value & age
Median home value$219,200
Owner homes $300k+29.4%
Owner homes $500k+9.2%
Owner homes $750k+2.7%
Median year built1955
Older-home share76.5%
Vehicle context
Households with cars13,827
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 59701 have on record?

Our records show 33 hail, 35 wind, and 0 tornado reports in and near ZIP 59701, 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 59701?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 59701 is 2.50″. It was reported near Rocker, MT on August 6, 2009.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 59701 — 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 59701 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 59701 — 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 59701 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 59701 — 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 59701 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 59701 — 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 59701, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 59701, 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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