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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 66539

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 66539 from May 16, 1974 through June 14, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
27
Wind Reports
41
Tornado Reports
3
Max Hail Size
3.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 66539 · 1974–present Updated  Daily · last Jun 14, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 66539

27 reports
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1.00″ hail
May 18, 2022
3:00 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 66539
Shawnee County · 58,098 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SOCIAL MEDIA - DELAYED REPORT.
NWS Hail Report Location: Silver Lake, KS
1.00″ hail
Apr 12, 2020
1:37 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 66539
Shawnee County · 58,098 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: .
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NNE Silver Lake, KS
1.25″ hail
Apr 26, 2016
10:17 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 66539
Shawnee County · 58,098 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 W Silver Lake, KS
1.75″ hail
Oct 1, 2014
7:20 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 66539
Shawnee County · 58,098 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.07 E Silver Lake, KS
1.00″ hail
Apr 2, 2014
10:21 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 66539
Shawnee County · 58,098 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .54 E Silver Lake, KS
0.88″ hail
Jun 27, 2013
7:39 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 66539
Shawnee County · 58,098 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.33 SSE Grove, KS
1.00″ hail
Jun 27, 2013
7:39 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 66539
Shawnee County · 58,098 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.12 NE Silver Lake, KS
1.00″ hail
Jun 27, 2013
7:36 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 66539
Shawnee County · 58,098 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Delayed report.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.12 NW Kiro, KS
1.25″ hail
May 21, 2011
7:44 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 66539
Shawnee County · 58,098 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.48 NNE Silver Lake, KS
0.75″ hail
May 21, 2011
4:47 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 66539
Shawnee County · 58,098 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.12 NE Silver Lake, KS
0.88″ hail
Mar 30, 2006
1:46 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 66539
Republic County · 2,340 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 NNE Agenda, KS
1.00″ hail
Jun 30, 2005
5:31 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 66539
Shawnee County · 58,098 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Topeka, KS
1.00″ hail
Jun 30, 2005
3:00 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 66539
Jefferson County · 7,014 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 S Oskaloosa, KS
0.88″ hail
Apr 20, 2001
10:33 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 66539
Shawnee County · 58,098 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 12 NW Topeka, KS
1.50″ hail
Apr 10, 2001
10:58 AM CST
Hail report for ZIP 66539
Shawnee County · 58,098 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Silver Lake, KS
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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 66539

41 reports
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UNK mph
Jun 14, 2026
12:26 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 66539
Shawnee County · 58,098 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Six inch limb down across Highway 24 in Silver Lake.
NWS Wind Report Location: Silver Lake, KS
UNK mph
Jun 27, 2024
8:20 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 66539
Shawnee County · 58,098 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree damage across much of the community of Silver Lake consistent with widespread estimated 70-90 mph wind speeds.
NWS Wind Report Location: Silver Lake, KS
UNK mph
Jun 26, 2024
8:13 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 66539
Shawnee County · 58,098 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree limbs broken... peach tree uprooted.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NE Silver Lake, KS
58 mph
Jun 26, 2024
8:12 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 66539
Shawnee County · 58,098 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Personal Weather Station.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 N Silver Lake, KS
66 mph
Jul 14, 2023
7:28 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 66539
Shawnee County · 58,098 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Kansas state mesonet.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 ESE Silver Lake, KS
63 mph
Jul 14, 2023
7:24 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 66539
Shawnee County · 58,098 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Kansas state mesonet.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 ESE Silver Lake, KS
75 mph
Jul 14, 2023
7:20 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 66539
Shawnee County · 58,098 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: estimated gusts 70-75 mph.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NE Silver Lake, KS
65 mph
May 30, 2023
9:43 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 66539
Shawnee County · 58,098 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: HALF INCH DIAMETER TREE LIMBS DOWN.
NWS Wind Report Location: Silver Lake, KS
UNK mph
Apr 20, 2023
6:50 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 66539
Shawnee County · 58,098 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 8 INCH DIAMETER TREE SPLIT IN HALF SOMETIME BETWEEN 0130-0200 AM CDT. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NE Silver Lake, KS
80 mph
May 18, 2022
3:00 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 66539
Shawnee County · 58,098 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: RELAYED THROUGH THE EM.
NWS Wind Report Location: Silver Lake, KS
UNK mph
May 18, 2022
2:46 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 66539
Shawnee County · 58,098 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: NUMEROUS TREES WITH DAMAGE AND A FEW CENTER PIVOTS OVERTURNED. WIND SPEEDS ESTIMATED AS HIGH AS 85MPH.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Silver Lake, KS
70 mph
Apr 23, 2022
11:36 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 66539
Shawnee County · 58,098 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NE Silver Lake, KS
74 mph
May 4, 2020
2:10 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 66539
Shawnee County · 58,098 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 E Silver Lake, KS
73 mph
May 4, 2020
1:10 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 66539
Shawnee County · 58,098 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 E Silver Lake, KS
UNK mph
Jun 2, 2018
2:50 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 66539
Shawnee County · 58,098 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: NUMBER OF SMALL TREE LIMBS DOWN WITH THE LARGEST UP TO 6 INCHES IN DIAMETER.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NE Silver Lake, KS
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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 66539

3 reports
F0 category
May 17, 1995
2:21 AM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 66539
Shawnee County · 58,098 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A small weak tornado touched down briefly on the west side of Silver Lake, near the COOP business, damaging several buildings, a storage tank and a shed.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Silver Lake, KS
F2 category
Apr 26, 1991
4:25 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 66539
Jackson County · 4,797 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, KS
F2 category
Apr 26, 1984
9:25 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 66539
Shawnee County · 58,098 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, KS
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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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NWS Storm Reports & Census Data

U.S. Census Data · ZIP Code

ZIP 66539 area census snapshot

People & households
Population2,723
Households1,184
Housing units1,207
Income
Median household income$81,875
$100k+ households45.2%
$150k+ households17.7%
Housing stock
Single-family detached1,026
Attached single-family39
Small multifamily82
Large multifamily36
Mobile homes24
Housing mix
Single-family share85%
Attached-home share3.2%
Multifamily share9.8%
Mobile-home share2.0%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied985
Renter-occupied199
Vacant units23
Home value & age
Median home value$212,200
Owner homes $300k+26.7%
Owner homes $500k+5.9%
Owner homes $750k+2.9%
Median year built1975
Older-home share62.2%
Vehicle context
Households with cars1,151
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 66539 have on record?

Our records show 27 hail, 41 wind, and 3 tornado reports in and near ZIP 66539, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on June 14, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 66539?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 66539 is 3.00″. It was reported near Silver Lake, KS on June 7, 1990.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 66539 — 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 66539 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 66539 — 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 66539 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 66539 — 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 66539 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 66539 — 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 66539, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 66539, 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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