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

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Washburn, IL from July 10, 1974 through May 17, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
6
Wind Reports
14
Tornado Reports
6
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Washburn, IL · 1974–present Updated  Daily · last May 17, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Washburn, IL

6 reports
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1.00″ hail
May 15, 2025
11:41 PM UTC
Hail report for Washburn, IL
Woodford County · 13,453 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 W Washburn, IL
1.00″ hail
May 2, 2024
7:45 PM UTC
Hail report for Washburn, IL
Woodford County · 13,453 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Washburn, IL
1.00″ hail
Apr 8, 2015
2:30 AM CST-6
Hail report for Washburn, IL
Woodford County · 13,453 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: W Washburn, IL
1.75″ hail
May 9, 2003
10:30 PM CST
Hail report for Washburn, IL
Woodford County · 13,453 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 W Washburn, IL
0.75″ hail
Apr 2, 2002
8:38 AM CST
Hail report for Washburn, IL
Woodford County · 13,453 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Washburn, IL
1.50″ hail
Jul 10, 1974
5:30 PM CST
Hail report for Washburn, IL
Woodford County · 13,453 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, 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 Washburn, IL

14 reports
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UNK mph
May 17, 2026
10:25 AM UTC
Wind report for Washburn, IL
Woodford County · 13,453 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several large trees down across Washburn.
NWS Wind Report Location: Washburn, IL
60 mph
Apr 19, 2026
1:37 AM UTC
Wind report for Washburn, IL
Woodford County · 13,453 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Washburn, IL
UNK mph
Jul 15, 2024
5:00 AM UTC
Wind report for Washburn, IL
Woodford County · 13,453 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree limbs blown down onto power lines. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Washburn, IL
70 mph
Nov 10, 2020
10:08 PM UTC
Wind report for Washburn, IL
Woodford County · 13,453 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ESTIMATED 50 TO 70 MPH WIND GUSTS
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SW Washburn, IL
UNK mph
Aug 10, 2020
7:40 PM UTC
Wind report for Washburn, IL
Woodford County · 13,453 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MULTIPLE TREES AND POWER LINES DOWN. TREE DOWN ON A HOUSE... RESIDENTS HAD TO BE HELPED OUT OF HOME.
NWS Wind Report Location: Washburn, IL
60 mph
May 11, 2014
4:17 PM CST-6
Wind report for Washburn, IL
Woodford County · 13,453 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A machine shed was damaged and a power pole was blown over.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 E Washburn, IL
60 mph
Apr 28, 2014
4:30 PM CST-6
Wind report for Washburn, IL
Woodford County · 13,453 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A power pole was blown down about 3 miles east of Washburn.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.61 E Washburn, IL
69 mph
May 24, 2006
3:25 PM CST
Wind report for Washburn, IL
Woodford County · 13,453 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: An 18 foot diameter grain silo was destroyed and a large tree was blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 E Washburn, IL
60 mph
May 24, 2006
3:05 PM CST
Wind report for Washburn, IL
Woodford County · 13,453 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees and power lines were blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SSE Washburn, IL
60 mph
Apr 13, 2006
10:15 PM CST
Wind report for Washburn, IL
Woodford County · 13,453 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Washburn, IL
63 mph
Jul 21, 2003
12:50 AM CST
Wind report for Washburn, IL
Woodford County · 13,453 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm winds blew down several large trees. One large tree was blown down across Illinois Route 89 just south of Washburn. In Metamora, a couple of the fallen trees and tree limbs were blown down onto homes causing minor roof damage. Also, numerous power lines were blown down. No injuries were reported.
NWS Wind Report Location: Washburn, IL
60 mph
Jun 13, 1990
7:50 PM CST
Wind report for Washburn, IL
Woodford County · 13,453 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Not provided, IL
UNK mph
Jul 21, 1978
4:20 PM CST
Wind report for Washburn, IL
Woodford County · 13,453 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Not provided, IL
UNK mph
Mar 26, 1976
9:25 PM CST
Wind report for Washburn, IL
Woodford County · 13,453 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Not provided, 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 Washburn, IL

6 reports
UNK category
Oct 11, 2021
9:55 PM UTC
Tornado report for Washburn, IL
Woodford County · 13,453 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: FARM HAS SEVERAL TREE BRANCHES DOWN... GARAGE DAMAGE... AND A BARN KNOCKED DOWN. DAMAGE RELAYED FROM NWS CHICAGO.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 E Washburn, IL
UNK category
Oct 11, 2021
9:45 PM UTC
Tornado report for Washburn, IL
Woodford County · 13,453 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: CORRECTION TO TIME. CORRECTS PREVIOUS TORNADO REPORT FROM 4 E WASHBURN. FARM HAS SEVERAL TREE BRANCHES DOWN... GARAGE DAMAGE... AND A BARN KNOCKED DOWN. DAMAGE RELAYED FROM NWS CHICAGO.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 E Washburn, IL
UNK category
May 10, 2017
11:51 PM UTC
Tornado report for Washburn, IL
Woodford County · 13,453 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A BRIEF WEAK TORNADO TOUCHDOWN. SEVERAL TREES DAMAGED. LIMBS DOWN ON TWO FARMS. FROM COUNTY EMA.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 E Washburn, IL
UNK category
Feb 28, 2017
11:34 PM UTC
Tornado report for Washburn, IL
Woodford County · 13,453 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: DAMAGE REPORT...STUCTURAL DAMAGE... POWER POLES DOWN.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Washburn, IL
UNK category
Feb 28, 2017
11:26 PM UTC
Tornado report for Washburn, IL
Woodford County · 13,453 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: PATH LENGTH 18.0 MILES... PEAK WIDTH 600 YARDS. GREATEST DAMAGE IN WASHBURN... WHERE IT DAMAGED 8 HOUSES AND DID SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE TO ROOFS... GARAGES... AUTOMOBILES AND TREES. IT CROSSED INTO MARSHALL COUNTY AT WASHBURN AND ENTERED LA SALLE COUNTY AFTER CROSSING I-39 NEAR RUTLAND. THE TORNADO DISSIPATED 0.4 MILES EAST OF RUTLAND.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 W Washburn, IL
F0 category
Jun 4, 1999
3:23 PM CST
Tornado report for Washburn, IL
Woodford County · 13,453 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado touched down one mile southwest of Washburn. It caused extensive damage to one house's roof when it blew down several nearby trees, which then fell onto the house. It then moved into the Snag Creek Golf Course and blew down several more trees before lifting and dissipating. No injuries were reported.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 SW Washburn, 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

Washburn, IL area census snapshot

People & households
Population1,026
Households444
Housing units485
Income
Median household income$79,306
$100k+ households48.2%
$150k+ households10.8%
Housing stock
Single-family detached458
Attached single-family0
Small multifamily10
Large multifamily16
Mobile homes1
Housing mix
Single-family share94.4%
Attached-home share--
Multifamily share5.4%
Mobile-home share0.2%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied348
Renter-occupied96
Vacant units41
Home value & age
Median home value$90,700
Owner homes $300k+4.3%
Owner homes $500k+2.3%
Owner homes $750k+1.2%
Median year built1938
Older-home share87.4%
Vehicle context
Households with cars402
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 6 hail, 14 wind, and 6 tornado reports in and near Washburn, IL, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on May 17, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Washburn?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Washburn, IL is 1.75″. It was reported near Washburn, IL on May 9, 2003.

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

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

I am selling a home in Washburn — 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 Washburn address?

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