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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 85602

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 85602 from July 12, 1956 through August 10, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
15
Wind Reports
21
Tornado Reports
3
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 85602 · 1956–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 10, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 85602

15 reports
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1.00″ hail
Sep 12, 2025
6:26 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 85602
Cochise County · 39,175 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Delayed report. Relayed via social media.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NE Benson, AZ
1.00″ hail
Jul 18, 2022
1:58 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 85602
Pima County · 284,034 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: CORRECTS PREVIOUS HAIL REPORT FROM 8 SSE SAN MANUEL. SOCIAL MEDIA REPORT OF ONE INCH HAIL.
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 SSE San Manuel, AZ
1.00″ hail
Jul 11, 2021
1:20 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 85602
Cochise County · 39,175 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: NICKEL TO QUARTER SIZE HAIL.
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 W Benson, AZ
1.00″ hail
Jul 14, 2017
1:00 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 85602
Cochise County · 39,175 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: TRAINED SPOTTER REPORTS NICKEL TO QUARTER SIZE HAIL FELL FOR OVER AN HOUR.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SSW Mescal, AZ
1.00″ hail
Sep 14, 2011
12:25 PM MST-7
Hail report for ZIP 85602
Cochise County · 39,175 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 S Benson, AZ
1.00″ hail
Jul 4, 2011
3:20 PM MST-7
Hail report for ZIP 85602
Cochise County · 39,175 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .96 NNW Mescal, AZ
0.50″ hail
Dec 8, 2008
6:00 AM MST-7
Hail report for ZIP 85602
Cochise County · 39,175 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Small hail resulted in numerous accidents on Highway 90 south of Benson. One of these accidents resulted in the fatality as a truck slid off the road into a concrete culvert.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4.23 S Whetstone, AZ
0.88″ hail
Jun 26, 2008
12:15 PM MST-7
Hail report for ZIP 85602
Cochise County · 39,175 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A trained spotter reported 0.88 inch hail east of Benson.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.89 ESE Fenner, AZ
0.75″ hail
Aug 2, 2005
3:20 PM MST
Hail report for ZIP 85602
Cochise County · 39,175 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Three quarter inch hail was reported by a trained spotter in the Town of Benson.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 N Benson, AZ
0.75″ hail
Jul 20, 2005
5:50 AM MST
Hail report for ZIP 85602
Pima County · 284,034 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Three quarter inch hail was reported by a trained spotter near the Town of Mescal.
NWS Hail Report Location: 15 ESE Vail, AZ
1.00″ hail
Jul 13, 2004
3:15 PM MST
Hail report for ZIP 85602
Cochise County · 39,175 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: An NWS employee reported 1.00 inch hail while driving near the Benson area.
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 W Benson, AZ
0.75″ hail
Jul 20, 2003
7:32 PM MST
Hail report for ZIP 85602
Cochise County · 39,175 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Benson, AZ
1.75″ hail
Jul 20, 2003
7:30 PM MST
Hail report for ZIP 85602
Cochise County · 39,175 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Benson, AZ
1.00″ hail
Jul 25, 1996
2:20 PM MST
Hail report for ZIP 85602
Cochise County · 39,175 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Benson, AZ
1.75″ hail
Aug 15, 1979
4:00 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 85602
Pima County · 284,034 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, AZ
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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 85602

21 reports
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58 mph
Aug 10, 2026
4:03 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 85602
Cochise County · 39,175 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Gust to 58 mph on personal weather station.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 W Benson, AZ
53 mph
Aug 10, 2026
4:00 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 85602
Cochise County · 39,175 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Gust to 53 mph with severe warned storm. Personal weather station on the southern section of storm.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 W Benson, AZ
59 mph
Aug 8, 2026
3:55 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 85602
Cochise County · 39,175 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Mesonet station QMRA3 Muleshoe Ranch.
NWS Wind Report Location: 26 Se San Manuel, AZ
58 mph
Jul 12, 2026
10:04 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 85602
Cochise County · 39,175 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Personal weather station recorded 58 MPH wind gust.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 W Benson, AZ
UNK mph
Sep 15, 2024
8:35 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 85602
Cochise County · 39,175 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Uprooted tree at Loves truck stop at Interstate 10 and Highway 90. Report via Social Media.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W Benson, AZ
76 mph
May 15, 2023
12:03 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 85602
Cochise County · 39,175 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: DELAYED REPORT... MESONET STATION QMRA3 MULESHOE RANCH. CONFIRMED THUNDERSTORM IN THE VICINITY NEAR TIME OF REPORTED MAXIMUM WIND GUST.
NWS Wind Report Location: 26 SE San Manuel, AZ
60 mph
Jul 12, 2020
2:20 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 85602
Pima County · 284,034 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ESTIMATED WINDS IN EXCESS OF 60 MPH. NICKEL SIZE HAIL.
NWS Wind Report Location: 14 SSE Summerhaven, AZ
60 mph
Jun 25, 2015
3:22 PM MST-7
Wind report for ZIP 85602
Cochise County · 39,175 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm winds uprooted trees in Lions Park and Apache Park in Benson and ripped a roof off a patio from one residence on Dragoon Street.
NWS Wind Report Location: .69 SE Benson, AZ
60 mph
Jul 7, 2014
2:00 PM MST-7
Wind report for ZIP 85602
Cochise County · 39,175 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A metal three-sided hay barn was flattened by thunderstorm winds at an exotic bird sanctuary in Cascabel, AZ.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.97 SSE Cascabel, AZ
60 mph
Jul 5, 2013
1:45 PM MST-7
Wind report for ZIP 85602
Cochise County · 39,175 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm winds downed a power pole in Benson.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Benson, AZ
81 mph
Jul 1, 2013
7:03 PM MST-7
Wind report for ZIP 85602
Cochise County · 39,175 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: RAWS station at Muleshoe Ranch reported a wind gust of 81 mph.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5.37 NNW Hookers Hot Spgs, AZ
60 mph
Jul 30, 2012
11:00 PM MST-7
Wind report for ZIP 85602
Cochise County · 39,175 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm winds blew apart a carport in Whetstone.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Whetstone, AZ
70 mph
Aug 24, 2010
4:15 PM MST-7
Wind report for ZIP 85602
Cochise County · 39,175 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The Benson News-Sun and a local city official reported extensive damage to much of the city of Benson from thunderstorm activity. The city official reported numerous mature and young trees uprooted, street signs bent or pulled completely out of the ground, damage to dwellings from uprooted trees, small sheds and car ports were lifted and thrown 50-75 feet, and shingle damage to numerous homes. Also, property fences were knocked over, camper trailers were turned over, and numerous power outages. The newspaper added that one particular insurance provider received 40 claims from residents, mostly related to roof damage. Additional information from the newspaper stated that at least 80 street signs had to be replaced. Extensive damage was also done to the Turquoise Hills Golf Course where numerous large trees were downed and buildings damaged.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.18 E Benson, AZ
70 mph
Aug 23, 2009
3:25 PM MST-7
Wind report for ZIP 85602
Cochise County · 39,175 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Severe thunderstorm microburst winds caused significant damage to mobile homes at Mescal. At least two mobile homes suffered roof damage or roof collapse. Several awnings on the mobile homes were destroyed. Thunderstorm winds were estimated to be near 70 mph.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Mescal, AZ
60 mph
Jul 17, 2005
4:20 PM MST
Wind report for ZIP 85602
Cochise County · 39,175 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A severe thunderstorms in the Town of Benson produced strong winds (estimated to be 60 mph) and caused several power poles to be downed resulting in widespread power outages throughout the Town of Benson.
NWS Wind Report Location: Benson, AZ
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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 85602

3 reports
UNK category
Aug 21, 2024
11:31 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 85602
Cochise County · 39,175 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Storm chaser live streamed video of tornado on mountain in the distant. Exact location of tornado estimated by radar.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 8 N Benson, AZ
EF0 category
Sep 22, 2015
3:40 PM MST-7
Tornado report for ZIP 85602
Cochise County · 39,175 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A brief tornado touched down north of St. David.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.95 SSW Sibyl, AZ
UNK category
Jul 12, 1956
10:45 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 85602
Cochise County · 39,175 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, AZ
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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 85602 area census snapshot

People & households
Population9,860
Households4,301
Housing units5,386
Income
Median household income$53,725
$100k+ households30.6%
$150k+ households11.9%
Housing stock
Single-family detached2,601
Attached single-family36
Small multifamily270
Large multifamily103
Mobile homes2,261
Housing mix
Single-family share48.3%
Attached-home share0.7%
Multifamily share6.9%
Mobile-home share42.0%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied3,334
Renter-occupied967
Vacant units1,085
Home value & age
Median home value$195,500
Owner homes $300k+19.4%
Owner homes $500k+7.6%
Owner homes $750k+1.0%
Median year built1992
Older-home share32.4%
Vehicle context
Households with cars3,928
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 85602 have on record?

Our records show 15 hail, 21 wind, and 3 tornado reports in and near ZIP 85602, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 10, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 85602?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 85602 is 1.75″. It was reported near Benson, AZ on July 20, 2003.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 85602 — 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 85602 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 85602 — 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 85602 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 85602 — 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 85602 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 85602 — 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 85602, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 85602, 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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