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

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Joy, IL from April 5, 1997 through June 3, 2025, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
3
Wind Reports
8
Tornado Reports
4
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Joy, IL · 1997–present Updated  Daily · last Jun 3, 2025

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Joy, IL

3 reports
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0.75″ hail
Jul 22, 2013
8:49 PM CST-6
Hail report for Joy, IL
Mercer County · 6,373 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.48 SSE Joy, IL
1.00″ hail
Mar 12, 2006
7:00 PM CST
Hail report for Joy, IL
Mercer County · 6,373 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: nickel to quarter sized hail
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 N Joy, IL
1.75″ hail
Apr 30, 2003
5:30 PM CST
Hail report for Joy, IL
Mercer County · 6,373 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Joy, 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 Joy, IL

8 reports
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UNK mph
Nov 10, 2020
7:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Joy, IL
Mercer County · 6,373 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: FORWARDED FROM THE MERCER COUNTY EM. POWER POLES SNAPPED OFF ALONG HIGHWAY 17 EAST OF JOY. LARGE TREES WITH LIMBS TORN OFF ALONG WITH FENCES BLOWN DOWN IN THE TOWN OF JOY. ALSO REPORTED BUILDINGS DESTROYED SOUTH OF JOY. TIME OF THE EVENT WAS ESTIMATED USING RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Joy, IL
UNK mph
Jul 9, 2020
10:59 PM UTC
Wind report for Joy, IL
Mercer County · 6,373 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SOCIAL MEDIA PICTURE OF A LARGE TREE SNAPPED IN JOY DUE TO THUNDERSTORM WINDS. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Joy, IL
UNK mph
Jul 9, 2020
10:58 PM UTC
Wind report for Joy, IL
Mercer County · 6,373 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: CORRECTS PREVIOUS TSTM WND DMG REPORT FROM 1 SE JOY. RECEIVED A PHOTO FROM SOCIAL MEDIA OF A FIELD OF CORN BLOWN OVER... LIKELY DUE TO MICROBURST FROM STORMS. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SE Joy, IL
UNK mph
Jul 9, 2020
9:58 PM UTC
Wind report for Joy, IL
Mercer County · 6,373 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: RECEIVED A PHOTO FROM SOCIAL MEDIA OF A FIELD OF CORN BLOWN OVER... LIKELY DUE TO MICROBURST FROM STORMS. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SE Joy, IL
90 mph
Apr 13, 2006
8:50 PM CST
Wind report for Joy, IL
Mercer County · 6,373 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees and power lines were downed in Joy. Westmer High School had considerable roof damage done to the gymnasium. The outer roof of the Frontier Communications Building was peeled off. A mobile home just north of Joy was destroyed.
NWS Wind Report Location: Joy, IL
60 mph
Jun 4, 1999
1:40 PM CST
Wind report for Joy, IL
Mercer County · 6,373 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Power poles and numerous tree limbs were downed.
NWS Wind Report Location: Joy, IL
58 mph
Apr 5, 1997
2:55 PM CST
Wind report for Joy, IL
Mercer County · 6,373 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: W Aledo, IL
60 mph
Apr 5, 1997
2:35 PM CST
Wind report for Joy, IL
Mercer County · 6,373 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Joy, 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 Joy, IL

4 reports
UNK category
Jun 3, 2025
11:42 PM UTC
Tornado report for Joy, IL
Mercer County · 6,373 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This long-lived EF1 tornado began west of the town of Joy and tracked through Millersburg and ended about a mile and a half west of Illinois 94. Significant damage to numerous trees as well as utility poles... along with minor outbuilding damage.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 W Joy, IL
UNK category
Aug 20, 2022
6:17 PM UTC
Tornado report for Joy, IL
Mercer County · 6,373 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: CORRECTS PREVIOUS FUNNEL CLOUD REPORT FROM 3 SSE MANNON. CHASER REPORTED THAT FUNNEL CLOUD LASTED 2 MINUTES AT THIS LOCATION AND EVENTUALLY TOUCHED DOWN BRIEFLY. PHOTO AND EYE- WITNESS EVIDENCE OF BRIEF GROUND BASED ROTATION. TORNADO IS RATED AN EF-U.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 SSE Mannon, IL
UNK category
Nov 10, 2020
8:46 PM UTC
Tornado report for Joy, IL
Mercer County · 6,373 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: OUTBUILDING DESTROYED NEAR BEGINNING OF INTERMITTENT 18 MILE LONG PATH. 100 MPH MAX WINDS AND 50 YARD PATH WIDTH.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 SSW Joy, IL
UNK category
Nov 10, 2020
7:46 PM UTC
Tornado report for Joy, IL
Mercer County · 6,373 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: CORRECTS PREVIOUS TORNADO REPORT FROM 1 SSW JOY. OUTBUILDING DESTROYED NEAR BEGINNING OF INTERMITTENT 18 MILE LONG PATH. 100 MPH MAX WINDS AND 50 YARD PATH WIDTH.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 SSW Joy, 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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NWS Storm Reports & Census Data

U.S. Census Data · City

Joy, IL area census snapshot

People & households
Population377
Households155
Housing units181
Income
Median household income$64,583
$100k+ households43.2%
$150k+ households9.0%
Housing stock
Single-family detached150
Attached single-family0
Small multifamily5
Large multifamily0
Mobile homes24
Housing mix
Single-family share82.9%
Attached-home share--
Multifamily share2.8%
Mobile-home share13.3%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied126
Renter-occupied29
Vacant units26
Home value & age
Median home value$82,300
Owner homes $300k+0.8%
Owner homes $500k+0.8%
Owner homes $750k+0.8%
Median year built1955
Older-home share79.0%
Vehicle context
Households with cars147
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 3 hail, 8 wind, and 4 tornado reports in and near Joy, IL, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on June 3, 2025.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Joy?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Joy, IL is 1.75″. It was reported near Joy, IL on April 30, 2003.

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

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

I am selling a home in Joy — 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 Joy address?

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