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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Beardstown, IL

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Beardstown, IL from September 29, 1955 through April 23, 2025, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
18
Wind Reports
44
Tornado Reports
6
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Beardstown, IL · 1955–present Updated  Daily · last Apr 23, 2025

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Beardstown, IL

18 reports
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1.00″ hail
Jul 14, 2023
10:10 PM UTC
Hail report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report from mPING: Quarter (1.00 in.).
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NE Beardstown, IL
1.00″ hail
Jul 17, 2019
9:32 PM UTC
Hail report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Beardstown, IL
1.75″ hail
Jun 10, 2018
9:42 PM UTC
Hail report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PUBLIC REPORT OF GOLFBALL SIZED HAIL RELAYED THROUGH BROADCAST MEDIA.
NWS Hail Report Location: Beardstown, IL
1.00″ hail
Jun 18, 2017
3:00 AM UTC
Hail report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Beardstown, IL
1.00″ hail
Mar 7, 2017
5:20 AM UTC
Hail report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Beardstown, IL
1.00″ hail
Mar 1, 2017
3:45 AM UTC
Hail report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Beardstown, IL
0.75″ hail
Jun 21, 2014
2:40 PM CST-6
Hail report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: S Beardstown, IL
0.88″ hail
Apr 28, 2014
2:50 PM CST-6
Hail report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: S Beardstown, IL
1.75″ hail
Feb 27, 2011
8:40 PM CST-6
Hail report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golfball-sized hail damaged a vehicle.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Beardstown, IL
0.75″ hail
Aug 2, 2006
7:06 PM CST
Hail report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Beardstown, IL
0.75″ hail
Jan 1, 2005
4:30 PM CST
Hail report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Beardstown, IL
0.75″ hail
Apr 19, 2002
6:20 PM CST
Hail report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Beardstown, IL
0.75″ hail
Jul 17, 2001
3:20 PM CST
Hail report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Beardstown, IL
0.75″ hail
Jun 1, 1999
4:54 PM CST
Hail report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Beardstown, IL
1.50″ hail
May 12, 1998
5:23 PM CST
Hail report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 S Beardstown, IL
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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 Beardstown, IL

30 reports
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UNK mph
Apr 23, 2025
12:38 AM UTC
Wind report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Delayed report. Several poles were downed by thunderstorm winds. Relayed via broadcast media. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NE Bluff Springs, IL
UNK mph
Jun 15, 2024
12:08 AM UTC
Wind report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Report from mPING: 1-inch tree limbs broken; Shingles blown off.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 S Beardstown, IL
UNK mph
May 9, 2023
5:00 AM UTC
Wind report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: POWERLINES DOWN ON RAILROAD TRACKS. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Beardstown, IL
UNK mph
Apr 15, 2023
11:45 PM UTC
Wind report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: LARGE TREE DOWN. RELAYED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Bluff Springs, IL
UNK mph
Aug 23, 2021
6:30 PM UTC
Wind report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 20 POWER POLES BROKEN ALONG US-67 SOUTH OF BEARDSTOWN. US-67 IS CURRENTLY CLOSED. REPORT RELAYED BY BROADCAST MEDIA. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 SSW Beardstown, IL
UNK mph
Jun 28, 2018
8:48 PM UTC
Wind report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: NUMEROUS TREE LIMBS AND POWER LINES DOWN. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR
NWS Wind Report Location: Beardstown, IL
UNK mph
Jun 9, 2018
5:00 PM UTC
Wind report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: REPORT OF A POWER POLE DOWN.
NWS Wind Report Location: Beardstown, IL
60 mph
May 13, 2016
11:35 PM UTC
Wind report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A FEW TREES SNAPPED AND UPROOTED ALONG US ROUTE 67
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SW Beardstown, IL
70 mph
Sep 5, 2014
3:45 PM CST-6
Wind report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous large tree limbs were blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NE Beardstown, IL
70 mph
Sep 5, 2014
3:42 PM CST-6
Wind report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees and power lines were blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: S Beardstown, IL
60 mph
May 20, 2013
7:38 PM CST-6
Wind report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A power pole was blown down in Beardstown.
NWS Wind Report Location: S Beardstown, IL
60 mph
May 25, 2011
3:35 PM CST-6
Wind report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees and power lines were blown down in Beardstown.
NWS Wind Report Location: S Beardstown, IL
100 mph
Jun 22, 2010
12:55 AM CST-6
Wind report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous large trees were uprooted, and many large tree branches and power lines were downed. Thirty nine structures sustained damage and most needed repairs to be returned to a habitable state. These structures included single and multiple family homes, mobile homes, and businesses. Three structures were a total loss.
NWS Wind Report Location: .89 WSW Beardstown, IL
60 mph
Jun 18, 2010
10:10 PM CST-6
Wind report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: One tree and numerous tree limbs were blown down in and around Beardstown.
NWS Wind Report Location: .69 S Beardstown, IL
60 mph
Aug 17, 2009
1:46 PM CST-6
Wind report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was blown down in Bluff Springs.
NWS Wind Report Location: W Bluff Spgs, IL
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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 Beardstown, IL

6 reports
UNK category
Dec 1, 2018
9:31 PM UTC
Tornado report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: BETWEEN BEARDSTOWN AND FREDERICK HEADING TOWARDS BROWNING.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 N Beardstown, IL
UNK category
Dec 1, 2018
9:25 PM UTC
Tornado report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: PATH LENGTH 4.3 MILES... MAX WIDTH 200 YARDS... PEAK WIND SPEED 100 MPH. MINOR STRUCTURE DAMAGE. TREES AND POWER LINES REPORTED DOWN. DAMAGE TO WATER PLANT. TORNADO LIFTED 4 MILES NORTHEAST OF BEARDSTOWN... AND WAS ON THE GROUND FOR 8 MINUTES.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 SE Beardstown, IL
UNK category
Dec 1, 2018
9:25 PM UTC
Tornado report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: MINOR STRUCTURE DAMAGE. TREES AND POWER LINES REPORTED DOWN. DAMAGE TO WATER PLANT.
NWS Tornado Report Location: E Beardstown, IL
F0 category
Apr 7, 1998
3:10 PM CST
Tornado report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado touched down near Clear Lake. It caused minor damage to 5 cabins and tore part of the roof off of another one. Also, numerous trees were blown down. No injuries were reported and no damage estimate was available.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 7 NE Beardstown, IL
F1 category
Aug 8, 1973
6:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IL
F2 category
Jul 27, 1973
7:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Beardstown, IL
Cass County · 4,502 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IL
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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 · City

Beardstown, IL area census snapshot

People & households
Population6,047
Households2,124
Housing units2,303
Income
Median household income$58,765
$100k+ households34.6%
$150k+ households7.6%
Housing stock
Single-family detached1,604
Attached single-family1
Small multifamily295
Large multifamily125
Mobile homes278
Housing mix
Single-family share69.7%
Attached-home share0.0%
Multifamily share18.2%
Mobile-home share12.1%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied1,330
Renter-occupied794
Vacant units179
Home value & age
Median home value$80,800
Owner homes $300k+0.5%
Owner homes $500k+0.5%
Owner homes $750k+--
Median year built1963
Older-home share72.6%
Vehicle context
Households with cars1,950
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 18 hail, 44 wind, and 6 tornado reports in and near Beardstown, IL, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on April 23, 2025.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Beardstown?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Beardstown, IL is 1.75″. It was reported near Beardstown, IL on June 10, 2018.

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

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

I am selling a home in Beardstown — 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 Beardstown address?

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