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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 82072

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 82072 from June 21, 1964 through June 2, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
26
Wind Reports
11
Tornado Reports
15
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 82072 · 1964–present Updated  Daily · last Jun 2, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 82072

26 reports
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1.25″ hail
Jun 30, 2023
12:20 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter to half dollar sized hail at University of Wyoming Campus.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 N Laramie, WY
1.75″ hail
Jun 30, 2023
12:10 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Received video and text report via Twitter of golfball sized hail at the intersection of 4th and Reynolds.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NNW Laramie, WY
1.00″ hail
Aug 1, 2020
11:12 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NE Laramie, WY
1.00″ hail
Jul 7, 2019
12:59 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: RECEIVED PHOTO VIA FACEBOOK.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NE Laramie, WY
1.75″ hail
Jul 7, 2019
12:58 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: .
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NNE Laramie, WY
1.00″ hail
Jun 6, 2016
10:55 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 N Laramie, WY
1.00″ hail
Jul 20, 2013
2:30 PM MST-7
Hail report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny to quarter size hail was reported four miles west-northwest of Iron Mountain.
NWS Hail Report Location: 11.2 ENE Wyoming, WY
1.00″ hail
Jun 6, 2010
1:17 PM MST-7
Hail report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail occurred at the northwest side of town.
NWS Hail Report Location: NW Laramie, WY
1.75″ hail
Jun 6, 2010
1:14 PM MST-7
Hail report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Estimated time of report.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Laramie, WY
0.75″ hail
Aug 29, 2009
4:40 PM MST-7
Hail report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Laramie, WY
1.75″ hail
Jul 2, 2009
2:00 PM MST-7
Hail report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail from 1 to 1.75 inches in diameter reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 N Laramie, WY
0.75″ hail
Aug 22, 2007
3:00 PM MST-7
Hail report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 E Laramie, WY
0.88″ hail
Jun 28, 2007
3:20 PM MST-7
Hail report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 10 N Laramie, WY
0.88″ hail
Jun 4, 2003
7:45 AM MST
Hail report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail at Interstate 80 and Grand Street Exit.
NWS Hail Report Location: Laramie, WY
1.25″ hail
Aug 27, 2002
8:35 PM MST
Hail report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 15 E Bosler, WY
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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 82072

11 reports
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58 mph
Jun 30, 2015
4:38 PM MST-7
Wind report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Estimated wind gusts of 55 to 60 mph were observed eight miles northeast of Laramie.
NWS Wind Report Location: 8 NE Laramie, WY
61 mph
Jul 13, 2011
7:53 PM MST-7
Wind report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The ASOS at the Laramie Regional Airport measured a peak wind gust of 61 mph.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Laramie, WY
70 mph
Jul 14, 1998
6:30 PM MST
Wind report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorms produced wind gusts up to 70 mph in Laramie, which downed two power poles on the southeast side of town.
NWS Wind Report Location: Laramie, WY
83 mph
Oct 16, 1996
11:35 AM MST
Wind report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Laramie, WY
58 mph
Aug 3, 1992
11:31 AM PST
Wind report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Not provided, WY
62 mph
Aug 9, 1988
3:49 PM CST
Wind report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Not provided, WY
68 mph
Aug 3, 1988
7:58 PM CST
Wind report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Not provided, WY
58 mph
Jun 29, 1985
6:22 PM CST
Wind report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Not provided, WY
59 mph
Jun 15, 1974
11:08 PM CST
Wind report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Not provided, WY
58 mph
Jun 23, 1965
2:40 PM CST
Wind report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Not provided, WY
69 mph
Jun 21, 1964
5:15 PM CST
Wind report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Not provided, WY
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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 82072

15 reports
UNK category
Jun 2, 2026
7:54 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Multiple reports of another rope-like... persistent tornado. Exact location is estimated.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 11 NNW Horse Creek, WY
UNK category
Jun 2, 2026
7:30 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Multiple reports of a funnel cloud with a ground circulation.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 12 NNW Horse Creek, WY
UNK category
May 18, 2023
5:40 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: NUMEROUS REPORTS OF A LANDSPOUT TORNADO ENE OF LARAMIE. LOCATION ESTIMATED VIA RADAR.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 7 ENE Laramie, WY
UNK category
Jun 7, 2018
12:37 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: CORRECTED FOR LOCATION. RECEIVED VIA FACEBOOK PHOTO OF TORNADO ROPING OUT AND LIFTING.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 10 NNE Laramie, WY
UNK category
Jun 7, 2018
12:07 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: CORRECTED RECEIVED PHOTO VIA FACEBOOK OF MAIN TORNADO WITH ADJOINING TORNADO PRESENT.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 11 NNE Laramie, WY
UNK category
Jun 6, 2018
11:45 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: CONFIRMED TORNADO CAUSED DAMAGE TO STRUCTURES NORTH OF LARAMIE AROUND 545 PM MDT. MORE DETAILS WILL BE PROVIDED ONCE A DAMAGE SURVEY IS COMPLETED ON THURSDAY.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 8 N Laramie, WY
F0 category
Aug 27, 2002
7:54 PM MST
Tornado report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Weak tornado briefly touched down in open country.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 11 NE Laramie, WY
F0 category
Aug 27, 2002
7:18 PM MST
Tornado report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Brief tornado touchdown in open country.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 10 N Laramie, WY
F0 category
May 23, 1996
12:30 PM MST
Tornado report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 N Laramie, WY
F0 category
Jul 13, 1994
6:35 PM MST
Tornado report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: E Bosler, WY
F0 category
Jun 6, 1991
6:10 PM MST
Tornado report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, WY
F0 category
Aug 3, 1990
4:29 PM MST
Tornado report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, WY
F0 category
Aug 18, 1983
3:45 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, WY
F0 category
Jun 25, 1982
2:30 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, WY
F1 category
May 5, 1979
9:00 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 82072
Albany County · 9,496 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, WY
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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 82072 area census snapshot

People & households
Population16,438
Households7,104
Housing units7,834
Income
Median household income$52,717
$100k+ households28.4%
$150k+ households9.7%
Housing stock
Single-family detached3,547
Attached single-family586
Small multifamily2,139
Large multifamily970
Mobile homes586
Housing mix
Single-family share45.3%
Attached-home share7.5%
Multifamily share39.7%
Mobile-home share7.5%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied3,195
Renter-occupied3,909
Vacant units730
Home value & age
Median home value$313,300
Owner homes $300k+53.1%
Owner homes $500k+17.4%
Owner homes $750k+2.6%
Median year built1979
Older-home share52.8%
Vehicle context
Households with cars6,645
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 82072 have on record?

Our records show 26 hail, 11 wind, and 15 tornado reports in and near ZIP 82072, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on June 2, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 82072?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 82072 is 1.75″. It was reported near Laramie, WY on June 30, 2023.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 82072 — 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 82072 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 82072 — 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 82072 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 82072 — 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 82072 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 82072 — 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 82072, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 82072, 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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