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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 60156

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 60156 from August 15, 1978 through July 11, 2025, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
12
Wind Reports
20
Tornado Reports
2
Max Hail Size
1.50″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 60156 · 1978–present Updated  Daily · last Jul 11, 2025

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 60156

12 reports
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0.75″ hail
Aug 10, 2015
1:35 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 60156
McHenry County · 93,296 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 N Lake In The Hills, IL
0.88″ hail
Apr 9, 2015
5:56 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 60156
McHenry County · 93,296 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 N Lake In The Hills, IL
1.50″ hail
Apr 12, 2014
10:00 AM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 60156
McHenry County · 93,296 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Several reports of quarter to ping pong ball size hail came in from Lake in the Hills.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Lake In The Hills, IL
0.75″ hail
Jun 19, 2011
3:35 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 60156
McHenry County · 93,296 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Lake In The Hills, IL
1.00″ hail
May 11, 2011
3:24 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 60156
McHenry County · 93,296 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Lake In The Hills, IL
0.88″ hail
Sep 21, 2010
4:50 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 60156
McHenry County · 93,296 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Lake In The Hills, IL
0.88″ hail
Aug 13, 2010
6:40 AM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 60156
McHenry County · 93,296 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Lake In The Hills, IL
0.88″ hail
Jul 22, 2009
12:15 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 60156
McHenry County · 93,296 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Lake In The Hills, IL
0.88″ hail
Jul 2, 2008
3:19 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 60156
McHenry County · 93,296 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail was reported near Pyott Road.
NWS Hail Report Location: .65 SE Crystal Lake Arpt, IL
1.00″ hail
Jul 2, 2008
3:09 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 60156
McHenry County · 93,296 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 N Lake In The Hills, IL
0.88″ hail
Jun 20, 2008
9:52 AM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 60156
McHenry County · 93,296 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail was reported 1.9 miles northeast of Huntley.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.87 NE Huntley, IL
0.88″ hail
Jun 8, 2008
8:29 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 60156
McHenry County · 93,296 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail was reported near Hilltop and Algonquin Roads.
NWS Hail Report Location: .3 SE Lake In The Hills, IL
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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 60156

20 reports
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UNK mph
Jul 11, 2025
11:20 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 60156
McHenry County · 93,296 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and wires downed at the intersection of Algonquin Road and Lakewood Boulevard. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E Huntley, IL
UNK mph
Jun 27, 2025
12:22 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 60156
McHenry County · 93,296 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Photos shared on social media showed half of a tree split and blown down... a deck awning partially collapsed and small tree limbs blown down. A tree was also reported blown down on car.
NWS Wind Report Location: Lake In The Hills, IL
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2024
8:40 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 60156
McHenry County · 93,296 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree branches and limbs down in sporadic locations across town.
NWS Wind Report Location: Lake In The Hills, IL
UNK mph
Jul 21, 2024
2:39 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 60156
McHenry County · 93,296 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Roads blocked in Lake in the Hills due to downed trees and/or power lines. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Lake In The Hills, IL
UNK mph
Aug 28, 2022
9:51 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 60156
McHenry County · 93,296 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SOCIAL MEDIA PHOTO OF A FEW LARGE (ROUGHLY 6 TO 12 INCH DIAMETER) LIMBS DOWN. FELL ON AND DESTROYED A PORTION OF A METAL FENCE. TIME AND LOCATION ESTIMATES.
NWS Wind Report Location: Lake In The Hills, IL
59 mph
Mar 7, 2022
4:45 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 60156
McHenry County · 93,296 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MESONET STATION IMC03 CRYSTAL LAKE (MCHENRY DOT).
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 S Crystal Lake, IL
UNK mph
Aug 10, 2021
11:38 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 60156
McHenry County · 93,296 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MULTIPLE TREES AND POWER LINES DOWNED IN THE CRYSTAL LAKE... ALGONQUIN... CARY... AND MCHENRY AREAS. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NE Lake In The Hills, IL
UNK mph
Aug 10, 2021
11:38 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 60156
McHenry County · 93,296 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: BILLBOARD DESTROYED ALONG VIRGINIA AVE IN CRYSTAL LAKE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NE Lake In The Hills, IL
UNK mph
Nov 10, 2020
10:50 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 60156
McHenry County · 93,296 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SIDING STRIPPED OFF OF A BUILDING IN LAKE IN THE HILLS. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Lake In The Hills, IL
UNK mph
Jul 20, 2019
9:17 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 60156
McHenry County · 93,296 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: LARGE TREE DOWNED.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W Lake In The Hills, IL
UNK mph
Sep 25, 2018
9:58 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 60156
McHenry County · 93,296 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: NUMEROUS TREES DOWNED.
NWS Wind Report Location: Lake In The Hills, IL
UNK mph
Jun 18, 2017
1:26 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 60156
McHenry County · 93,296 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES DOWN ON POWERLINES
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WNW Algonquin, IL
75 mph
Jul 11, 2011
6:35 AM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 60156
McHenry County · 93,296 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: In the Meadowbrook neighborhood, there were numerous houses with the siding ripped off. Multiple trees were uprooted or snapped at the base. One house on Waterford Lake had the chimney blown off.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.37 NE Huntley, IL
68 mph
Jun 21, 2011
7:45 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 60156
McHenry County · 93,296 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Three medium sized trees were blown over.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Lake In The Hills, IL
73 mph
Sep 21, 2010
4:52 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 60156
McHenry County · 93,296 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Two large trees were blown down on Route 62 blocking the eastbound right lane, just west of Lakewood Road. Wind gusts were measured to 72 mph.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.88 ENE Huntley, IL
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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 60156

2 reports
UNK category
Jul 12, 2023
11:16 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 60156
McHenry County · 93,296 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Trees down and damage reported to homes near Algonquin and Reed Roads. Time Estimated.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 ENE Huntley, IL
F2 category
Aug 15, 1978
7:45 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 60156
McHenry County · 93,296 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IL
Showing 2 of 2
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 60156 area census snapshot

People & households
Population28,853
Households9,898
Housing units10,150
Income
Median household income$113,491
$100k+ households55.2%
$150k+ households28%
Housing stock
Single-family detached7,466
Attached single-family1,828
Small multifamily505
Large multifamily343
Mobile homes8
Housing mix
Single-family share73.6%
Attached-home share18.0%
Multifamily share8.4%
Mobile-home share0.1%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied8,364
Renter-occupied1,534
Vacant units252
Home value & age
Median home value$296,400
Owner homes $300k+48.6%
Owner homes $500k+4.6%
Owner homes $750k+0.7%
Median year built1995
Older-home share17.9%
Vehicle context
Households with cars9,635
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 60156 have on record?

Our records show 12 hail, 20 wind, and 2 tornado reports in and near ZIP 60156, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on July 11, 2025.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 60156?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 60156 is 1.50″. It was reported near N Lake In The Hills, IL on April 12, 2014.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 60156 — 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 60156 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 60156 — 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 60156 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 60156 — 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 60156 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 60156 — 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 60156, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 60156, 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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