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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 88220

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 88220 from May 29, 1958 through June 29, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 88220 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
261
Wind Reports
122
Tornado Reports
27
Max Hail Size
4.25″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 88220 · 1958–present Updated  Daily · last Jun 29, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 88220

261 reports
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1.00″ hail
May 26, 2026
11:29 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Trained spotter found dime to quarter sized hail along U.S. Highway 62/180.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 ENE Whites City, NM
1.00″ hail
Jun 10, 2025
8:42 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report of quarter sized hail near Sever Rivers... off of US HWY 285.
NWS Hail Report Location: Seven Rivers, NM
2.50″ hail
May 6, 2025
1:20 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Multiple reports of Golf to Tennis ball size hail. Time was estimated by radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: Carlsbad North, NM
1.00″ hail
May 6, 2025
1:14 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reports of quarter size hail. Time was estimated by radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 E Carlsbad, NM
2.00″ hail
Nov 2, 2024
1:57 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Spotter shared photo of golf ball size to two inch diameter hail in Otis near Derrick Rd and Kelly Rd.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 ESE Otis, NM
1.50″ hail
Jun 10, 2024
9:54 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Spotter measured ping pong ball size hail. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 7 ENE Whites City, NM
1.00″ hail
Jun 10, 2024
9:50 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Spotter shared photo of 1/2 inch to 1 inch hail covering the ground. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 NE Whites City, NM
1.00″ hail
Oct 24, 2023
11:30 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: quarter sized hail observed along SH137 NW of Carlsbad.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 W Avalon, NM
1.75″ hail
Oct 2, 2023
11:39 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Corrects previous report. Golf ball sized hail observed in Walnut Canyon in Carlsbad Caverns National Park.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 W Whites City, NM
1.00″ hail
Oct 2, 2023
7:46 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter sized hail and wind gusts over 60 mph along US285 northwest of Carlsbad.
NWS Hail Report Location: 7 W Avalon, NM
2.50″ hail
Oct 2, 2023
7:37 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Relayed report from NMDOT employee... tennis ball size hail on US285. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 10 W Avalon, NM
1.75″ hail
Oct 2, 2023
7:36 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf ball sized hail along US285. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 11 NW Carlsbad, NM
1.75″ hail
Oct 2, 2023
7:11 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golfball size hail (some bigger possible) along State Highway 137 near Rocky Arroyo crossing. Wind driven hail broke windshields... and fences were blown down. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 9 NW Carlsbad, NM
2.00″ hail
Jun 4, 2022
12:38 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REPORT FROM MPING: HEN EGG (2.00 IN.).
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 NE Whites City, NM
1.00″ hail
Jun 3, 2022
11:18 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 WSW Seven Rivers, NM
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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 88220

122 reports
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61 mph
Jun 29, 2026
12:38 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 W Whites City, NM
UNK mph
Jun 3, 2026
1:35 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Public reports at least one tree down uprooted by thunderstorm winds. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Carlsbad, NM
73 mph
Jun 3, 2026
12:41 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Mesonet at Carlsbad Caverns NP recorded a thunderstorm wind gust of 73 mph.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 W Whites City, NM
58 mph
May 14, 2026
10:53 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KCNM Carlsbad measured a 58 mph wind gust associated with a convective downburst.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 WSW Otis, NM
UNK mph
Jun 21, 2025
10:55 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Damaging winds from a microburst caused significant damage to The Living Desert Zoo and Garden State Park in western Carlsbad. Several large trees were broken... fencing was damaged... and a concrete retaining wall was toppled. Time is estimated and winds are estimated to have been up to 80 MPH.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 W Carlsbad North, NM
76 mph
Jun 21, 2025
10:53 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KCNM Carlsbad.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 WSW Otis, NM
69 mph
Jun 15, 2025
10:53 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KCNM Carlsbad.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 WSW Otis, NM
69 mph
Jun 12, 2025
10:51 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: West Texas Mesonet at Carlsbad Caverns NP.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 W Whites City, NM
69 mph
Jun 12, 2025
10:51 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 W Whites City, NM
UNK mph
May 29, 2025
9:10 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple tree branches down near Main Street on the east side of Carlsbad due to thunderstorm wind gusts.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNE Carlsbad, NM
59 mph
May 28, 2025
2:20 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KCNM Carlsbad.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 WSW Otis, NM
UNK mph
Sep 17, 2024
10:16 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several power lines down at the junction of US Hwy 285 and Helper Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SE Otis, NM
63 mph
Sep 17, 2024
10:10 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KCNM Carlsbad.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 WSW Otis, NM
UNK mph
Jun 27, 2024
1:34 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 4 power poles snapped off from thunderstorm wind gusts.
NWS Wind Report Location: 14 NW Carlsbad, NM
59 mph
Jun 13, 2024
12:25 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KCNM Carlsbad. A dust storm with visibility of one quarter mile or less was observed also.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 WSW Otis, NM
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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 88220

27 reports
UNK category
May 6, 2025
12:18 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: [Landspout] Short-lived (less than 2 minutes) landspout observed by the public 5 miles SE of Carlsbad moving north-northeastward around 6:18 PM MDT/7:18 PM CDT. Landspout width was approximately 25 yards.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 N Otis, NM
UNK category
Jul 4, 2024
9:01 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: [Landspout]
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 WSW Carlsbad, NM
EF0 category
Jun 8, 2014
6:05 PM MST-7
Tornado report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A thunderstorm moved across Eddy County and produced a brief tornado near Otis. No damage was reported with this tornado so the path length and width are estimated. This tornado was rated an EF-0.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 E Otis, NM
EF0 category
Sep 26, 2007
1:34 PM MST-7
Tornado report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An Indian Gas Plant employee reported a tornado in an open field approximately one mile north of the plant. The tornado lasted ten minutes. No damage was reported.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 12 WSW Lakewood, NM
EF0 category
Mar 23, 2007
7:00 PM MST-7
Tornado report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A brief rope tornado was reported over open rangeland east-southeast of Lakewood.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 10 ESE Lakewood, NM
F0 category
May 30, 2006
4:00 PM MST
Tornado report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A landspout tornado was reported over an open field north of Whites City.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 N Whites City, NM
F0 category
May 29, 1999
4:42 PM MST
Tornado report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Brief dust whirl tornado reported by vacationing NWS Chaser.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 15 NW Carlsbad, NM
F0 category
Jul 20, 1994
3:18 PM MST
Tornado report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: S Carlsbad, NM
F0 category
May 12, 1994
10:40 AM MST
Tornado report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Several brief tornadoes were reported over open rangeland of eastern Eddy County.
NWS Tornado Report Location: E Carlsbad, NM
F2 category
Jun 7, 1992
8:10 PM MST
Tornado report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NM
F2 category
May 31, 1991
8:42 PM MST
Tornado report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NM
F0 category
May 21, 1991
7:36 PM MST
Tornado report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NM
F0 category
May 21, 1991
7:10 PM MST
Tornado report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NM
F0 category
Aug 15, 1990
7:15 PM MST
Tornado report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NM
F0 category
Aug 15, 1990
5:54 PM MST
Tornado report for ZIP 88220
Eddy County · 19,305 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NM
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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 88220 area census snapshot

People & households
Population40,151
Households15,542
Housing units17,692
Income
Median household income$79,668
$100k+ households43.2%
$150k+ households20.5%
Housing stock
Single-family detached13,227
Attached single-family159
Small multifamily1,398
Large multifamily426
Mobile homes2,455
Housing mix
Single-family share74.8%
Attached-home share0.9%
Multifamily share10.3%
Mobile-home share13.9%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied11,731
Renter-occupied3,811
Vacant units2,150
Home value & age
Median home value$192,600
Owner homes $300k+25.8%
Owner homes $500k+9.1%
Owner homes $750k+3.0%
Median year built1974
Older-home share55.9%
Vehicle context
Households with cars14,679
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 88220 have on record?

Our records show 261 hail, 122 wind, and 27 tornado reports in and near ZIP 88220, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on June 29, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 88220?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 88220 is 4.25″. It was reported near Avalon, NM on May 23, 2014.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 88220 — 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 88220 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 88220 — 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 88220 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 88220 — 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 88220 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 88220 — 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 88220, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 88220, 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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