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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Benton, AR

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Benton, AR from May 5, 1961 through August 26, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
65
Wind Reports
98
Tornado Reports
5
Max Hail Size
2.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Benton, AR · 1961–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 26, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Benton, AR

30 reports
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1.00″ hail
Jun 14, 2023
10:03 PM UTC
Hail report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Shared with NWS Forecasters via cell phone picture.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 WSW Benton, AR
1.50″ hail
Mar 2, 2023
12:55 AM UTC
Hail report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A MEMBER OF THE BROADCAST MEDIA SHARED A PICTURE OF HAIL 1.5 INCHES IN DIAMETER FROM BENTON.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 W Benton, AR
1.00″ hail
Oct 16, 2022
2:31 AM UTC
Hail report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SEVERAL CAR WINDSHIELDS WERE DAMAGED.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 NW Benton, AR
1.00″ hail
Apr 12, 2022
1:38 AM UTC
Hail report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 N Benton, AR
1.50″ hail
Apr 7, 2019
3:55 PM UTC
Hail report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: RECEIVED A FEW PICTURES OF PING PONG BALL SIZED HAIL IN BENTON VIA FACEBOOK.
NWS Hail Report Location: Benton, AR
1.00″ hail
Apr 7, 2019
3:52 PM UTC
Hail report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: RECEIVED REPORTS OF 1" DIAMETER HAIL BETWEEN BENTON AND BAUXITE FROM MPING AND FROM TRAINED STORM SPOTTERS.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 ESE Benton, AR
1.00″ hail
Mar 11, 2018
1:28 AM UTC
Hail report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Benton, AR
1.00″ hail
Mar 11, 2018
1:25 AM UTC
Hail report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Benton, AR
1.00″ hail
May 30, 2016
10:50 PM UTC
Hail report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: THUNDERSTORM PRODUCED HAIL FROM PEA UP TO QUARTER SIZE HAIL.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SW Benton, AR
1.75″ hail
Mar 13, 2016
10:15 PM UTC
Hail report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: GOLFBALL SIZED HAIL WAS COVERING THE ROAD AT THE HIGHWAY 35 AND HIGHWAY 190 JUNCTION.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 SE Benton, AR
1.00″ hail
Apr 19, 2015
5:16 PM CST-6
Hail report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Benton, AR
0.88″ hail
Apr 24, 2014
5:34 PM CST-6
Hail report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Benton, AR
0.88″ hail
Jul 23, 2013
1:01 PM CST-6
Hail report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .44 SE Benton, AR
0.75″ hail
Mar 18, 2013
7:15 AM CST-6
Hail report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Benton, AR
0.75″ hail
Nov 5, 2012
5:11 PM CST-6
Hail report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: There were numerous reports of hail, ranging from .25 to .75 inch in diameter, in the Benton area. Hail covered the ground in some places.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Benton, AR
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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 Benton, AR

30 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 26, 2026
11:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Reports of multiple trees and powerlines down across the county.
NWS Wind Report Location: Benton, AR
UNK mph
Aug 22, 2026
10:40 PM UTC
Wind report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Social media pictures of numerous large garage doors blown out on an industrial building. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Wsw Sherwood Estates, AR
UNK mph
Jun 22, 2026
12:25 PM UTC
Wind report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple power outages reported in the vicinity of Tyndall Park area of Benton.
NWS Wind Report Location: Benton, AR
UNK mph
Aug 19, 2024
2:02 AM UTC
Wind report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and powerlines blown down near the intersection of Hwy 5 and McGee Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NW Benton, AR
UNK mph
May 25, 2024
2:57 AM UTC
Wind report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down blocking all lanes of State Highway 5 and State Highway 35.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SSE Benton, AR
UNK mph
May 24, 2024
10:27 AM UTC
Wind report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Social media picture of tree uprooted.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NE Benton, AR
UNK mph
Apr 27, 2024
12:00 AM UTC
Wind report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree and numerous powerlines are down on Highway 35 South. A tree was also on fire.
NWS Wind Report Location: Benton, AR
UNK mph
Apr 25, 2024
1:42 PM UTC
Wind report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: mPing report of large tree limbs blown down and shingles blown off of a roof.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSW Sherwood Estates, AR
UNK mph
Mar 24, 2023
5:06 PM UTC
Wind report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: REPORTS OF TWO TREES FALLING ON HOMES IN BENTON CAUSING MODERATE DAMAGE TO HOMES. NO INJURIES REPORTED AT THIS TIME. TREES LIKELY DOWNED DUE TO THE COMBINATION OF STRONG WINDS OF 40-50 MPH AND EXTREMELY SATURATED SOIL CONDITIONS.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Benton, AR
UNK mph
May 15, 2022
9:26 PM UTC
Wind report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: DOWNED TREES AT BENTON
NWS Wind Report Location: Benton, AR
UNK mph
Aug 11, 2020
9:27 PM UTC
Wind report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: LARGE TREE WAS BLOWN DOWN ON PEELER BEND ROAD... BLOCKING THE ROADWAY. SEVERAL POWER LINES WERE ALSO DOWNED.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 W Benton, AR
UNK mph
Aug 11, 2020
9:16 PM UTC
Wind report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: POWER POLE BLOWN OVER ONTO PARKED CARS ON MILITARY RD IN BENTON.
NWS Wind Report Location: Benton, AR
UNK mph
Apr 29, 2020
3:55 AM UTC
Wind report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A TREE WAS BLOWN DOWN ON A HOUSE.
NWS Wind Report Location: Benton, AR
UNK mph
Apr 13, 2020
12:49 AM UTC
Wind report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MULTIPLE LARGE TREES KNOCKED DOWN.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 N Benton, AR
UNK mph
Oct 21, 2019
8:35 AM UTC
Wind report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES AND POWER LINES WERE DOWNED ON ELLIOTT TRAIL.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 NW Benton, AR
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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 Benton, AR

5 reports
EF1 category
Mar 10, 2010
6:26 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Emergency management reports indicated two homes were destroyed, two homes suffered major damage, and 18 homes had minor damage. A fire station was damaged, and numerous barns and outbuildings were destroyed. Trees and power lines were blown down.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .79 SSW Grape, AR
EF2 category
Apr 3, 2008
8:23 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado began on the northeast side of Benton and ended on the northwest side of Bryant. The tornado caused major damage to four houses and minor damage to 20 houses. It also traveled through the Hurricane Lake Mobile Home Park, destroying 22 mobile homes, and causing major damage to 11 mobile homes, and minor damage to 10 mobile homes. Major damage occurred at a car dealership on Interstate 30, where more than 150 vehicles were damaged, many of which had windshields or rear windows blown out. Diagonally across the interstate from the car dealership, a lumber yard suffered substantial damage.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.69 WNW Bauxite Jct, AR
F2 category
May 16, 2003
5:39 PM CST
Tornado report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A strong tornado was spawned mostly within the city limits of Benton. The tornado moved northeast, and heavily damaged buildings at an auto dealership. Minor damage was noted elsewhere in and near town. The tornado dissipated 5.6 miles northeast of town.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 E Benton, AR
F1 category
Feb 18, 2000
12:03 PM CST
Tornado report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A weak tornado was spawned in Saline County about 3.6 miles west-northwest of Benton. The tornado moved east into the Benton area, damaging homes and businesses. There were 66 homes with minor damage, 18 homes with major damage and 10 commercial buildings damaged. There were 9 injuries reported, with the injured treated and released from the hospital. The tornado also downed trees and power lines before dissipating 1.2 miles southwest of Bryant.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 WNW Benton, AR
F0 category
May 27, 1996
2:35 PM CST
Tornado report for Benton, AR
Saline County · 39,124 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 E Benton, AR
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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 · City

Benton, AR area census snapshot

People & households
Population35,954
Households14,765
Housing units15,705
Income
Median household income$69,638
$100k+ households38.7%
$150k+ households16.3%
Housing stock
Single-family detached12,247
Attached single-family91
Small multifamily1,441
Large multifamily1,465
Mobile homes451
Housing mix
Single-family share78.0%
Attached-home share0.6%
Multifamily share18.5%
Mobile-home share2.9%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied9,607
Renter-occupied5,158
Vacant units940
Home value & age
Median home value$199,400
Owner homes $300k+22.3%
Owner homes $500k+5.4%
Owner homes $750k+2.2%
Median year built1995
Older-home share33.5%
Vehicle context
Households with cars14,273
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 65 hail, 98 wind, and 5 tornado reports in and near Benton, AR, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 26, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Benton?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Benton, AR is 2.00″. It was reported near Benton, AR on January 21, 1999.

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

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

I am selling a home in Benton — 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 Benton address?

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