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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 60435

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 60435 from April 6, 1972 through August 11, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
33
Wind Reports
69
Tornado Reports
5
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 60435 · 1972–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 11, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 60435

33 reports
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1.00″ hail
Feb 9, 2024
12:07 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NNW Rockdale, IL
1.00″ hail
Feb 28, 2017
11:39 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: LARKIN AND BLACK ROAD
NWS Hail Report Location: Joliet, IL
0.75″ hail
Apr 8, 2015
11:23 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Joliet, IL
1.00″ hail
May 11, 2011
6:05 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Crest Hill, IL
0.88″ hail
Mar 11, 2010
5:39 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Joliet, IL
0.75″ hail
Jun 15, 2008
2:39 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: NNW Crest Hill, IL
1.00″ hail
Mar 22, 2007
3:19 AM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail reported at Gaylord and Renwick.
NWS Hail Report Location: .52 E Crystal Lawns, IL
1.00″ hail
Oct 2, 2006
9:49 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel to quarter size hail reported at Route 59 and Theodore.
NWS Hail Report Location: .52 W Crystal Lawns, IL
0.75″ hail
Oct 2, 2006
1:24 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .52 W Crystal Lawns, IL
0.88″ hail
Sep 4, 2006
6:26 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail was reported at the Joliet Race Track on the south side of the city.
NWS Hail Report Location: Joliet, IL
0.88″ hail
May 30, 2006
6:00 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny to nickle size hail was reported at US 30 and Briggs in Joliet to US 30 and Interstate 80 in New Lenox.
NWS Hail Report Location: Joliet, IL
1.00″ hail
Apr 14, 2006
12:39 AM CST
Hail report for ZIP 60435
Livingston County · 12,465 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Flanagan, IL
0.88″ hail
Mar 12, 2006
10:08 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 60435
Winnebago County · 87,192 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: South Beloit, IL
1.50″ hail
Mar 30, 2005
7:08 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Crest Hill, IL
1.75″ hail
Mar 30, 2005
7:05 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter sized hail was reported at the intersection of Rt. 7 and Rt. 52, 1905-1910 CST.Quarter sized hail was reported at the University of St. Francis, 1910-1915 CST.Quarter sized hail was reported on Kelly Ave., 1910-1915 CST.Golf ball sized hail was reported near St. Joseph Hospital, 1911-1916 CST.
NWS Hail Report Location: Joliet, 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 60435

69 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 11, 2026
3:33 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: large branches downed_ relayed by social media. time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Wnw Joliet, IL
UNK mph
Aug 11, 2026
3:30 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees and large tree limbs blown down west of Gaylord Road between Division Street and Renwick Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Nne Crystal Lawns, IL
UNK mph
Aug 11, 2026
3:30 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Photo on social media showed a healthy tree roughly one foot in diameter completely snapped at its base on Loch Lane.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Crystal Lawns, IL
UNK mph
Jun 10, 2026
8:37 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Photo via social media shows large branch broken. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Crest Hill, IL
UNK mph
Jun 10, 2026
8:36 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Photo via social media of 8 to 10 inch tree limb down. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ENE Crest Hill, IL
UNK mph
Jun 10, 2026
8:36 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Reports of roadways blocked due to broken branches in Plainfield and Crest Hill. Telephone pole damaged near US30 and Larkin. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WSW Crest Hill, IL
UNK mph
Jun 10, 2026
8:36 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large mature tree downed across Raynor Avenue at Glenwood Avenue. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 W Joliet, IL
UNK mph
Jun 10, 2026
8:34 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple photos shared to social media show large tree branches broken across western portions of Joliet. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 ENE Shorewood, IL
UNK mph
Jul 24, 2025
8:26 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Fence partially blown down and two fence posts snapped.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SW Crystal Lawns, IL
UNK mph
Aug 17, 2024
12:50 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was broken in half from the top and a fence was blown down... far north side of Joliet approximately one mile west of Route 53. Relayed from social media. Time Estimated.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Joliet, IL
UNK mph
Jul 16, 2024
2:24 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Joliet Police report numerous power lines and tree branches downed across Joliet. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Joliet, IL
60 mph
Jul 14, 2024
1:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several branches down and lost power.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Rockdale, IL
UNK mph
Jul 14, 2024
1:39 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple reports of tree damage across the west side of Joliet... including snapped trees and downed limbs. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 W Joliet, IL
71 mph
Apr 8, 2023
1:13 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: [DELAYED REPORT].
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WNW Joliet, IL
UNK mph
Apr 1, 2023
1:46 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: WIRES DOWN AT THEODORE AND CEDARWOOD.
NWS Wind Report Location: Crest Hill, 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 60435

5 reports
F1 category
Apr 20, 2004
6:45 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado swept out a path through a mainly residential section on the near west side of Joliet known as the "Cathedral Area". Initial damage was found near the intersection of Jefferson St. (U.S. route 52) and William Street. The damage path then continued northeastward to a point near the intersections of Ruby Street, Bluff Street, and the Des Plaines River. Most of the damage was of F-0 intensity, with extensive tree damage and very minor damage to structures. However there were three pockets of more substantial primary structural damage which consisted mainly of roofs being torn off residences and garages being totally demolished. In all, 10 residences were declared uninhabitable.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 W Joliet, IL
F1 category
May 30, 2003
7:25 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A second tornado touched down two miles north of downtown Joliet, near the Des Plaines River, about a half mile south of Bruce Road. The tornado continued east and lifted about four miles southeast of Lockport near Cedar and Bruce Roads. The tornado severely damaged commercial buildings on Route 171 south of Bruce Road. It ripped apart cinder block and metal buildings and some of the debris was deposited over 100 yards away. A house one the east side of 171 was damaged. Tree limbs were blown down in the Fairmont neighborhood. Outbuildings were damaged on Briggs street near Oak Street. There was also tree damage eastward to a subdivision south of Bruce Street west of Cedar Road.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Joliet, IL
F1 category
May 30, 2003
7:20 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado touched down on the west side of Joliet from the Dupage River, one half mile north of Black Road to near Ingalls and Gael Roads, about five miles northwest of downtown Joliet. The tornado broke tree limbs and uprooted a couple of trees in subdivisions between Frontage Road along Interstate 55 and Essington Roads. A garage was damaged and roofs of some homes were damaged. An apartment building roof was torn off north of Ingalls Street, east of Essington Road.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Joliet, IL
F1 category
Aug 15, 1993
3:55 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A thunderstorm produced widespread downburst wind damage in Crest Hill and Joliet. Measured wind gusts to 82 mph were recorded on the West side of Joliet. A survey of the damage in Crest Hill found a narrow concentrated path through a corn field where the corn was flattened and lying at an angle to the path. This was likely a small tornado or gustnado that touched down briefly. There was also an apartment garage destroyed at this point. South and southeast of this area was widespread damage to trees, fences and homes. There was severe roof damage to a church. A tent collapsed at an outdoor festival injuring two people.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Crest Hill Joliet, IL
F1 category
Apr 6, 1972
8:30 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 60435
Will County · 188,943 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IL
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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 60435 area census snapshot

People & households
Population48,521
Households18,945
Housing units20,162
Income
Median household income$74,967
$100k+ households44.1%
$150k+ households17.5%
Housing stock
Single-family detached12,899
Attached single-family1,180
Small multifamily2,844
Large multifamily3,070
Mobile homes142
Housing mix
Single-family share64.0%
Attached-home share5.9%
Multifamily share29.3%
Mobile-home share0.7%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied12,614
Renter-occupied6,331
Vacant units1,217
Home value & age
Median home value$217,200
Owner homes $300k+17.9%
Owner homes $500k+1.9%
Owner homes $750k+1.2%
Median year built1963
Older-home share73.9%
Vehicle context
Households with cars17,738
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 60435 have on record?

Our records show 33 hail, 69 wind, and 5 tornado reports in and near ZIP 60435, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 11, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 60435?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 60435 is 1.75″. It was reported near Joliet, IL on March 30, 2005.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 60435 — 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 60435 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 60435 — 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 60435 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 60435 — 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 60435 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 60435 — 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 60435, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 60435, 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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