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

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Winchester, IL from August 29, 1955 through April 17, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 62694 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
18
Wind Reports
44
Tornado Reports
4
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Winchester, IL · 1955–present Updated  Daily · last Apr 17, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Winchester, IL

18 reports
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1.75″ hail
Mar 14, 2024
9:04 PM UTC
Hail report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Scott Co EMA called to report golf ball sized hail in Winchester.
NWS Hail Report Location: Winchester, IL
1.25″ hail
Jun 10, 2011
5:23 PM CST-6
Hail report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: E Winchester, IL
0.88″ hail
May 28, 2011
12:42 PM CST-6
Hail report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: E Winchester, IL
1.00″ hail
May 25, 2011
3:10 PM CST-6
Hail report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 W Winchester, IL
1.00″ hail
Aug 3, 2009
1:59 PM CST-6
Hail report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: E Winchester, IL
0.88″ hail
Aug 3, 2009
1:56 PM CST-6
Hail report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: E Winchester, IL
0.88″ hail
May 15, 2009
4:55 PM CST-6
Hail report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: E Winchester, IL
1.75″ hail
Mar 11, 2006
5:47 PM CST
Hail report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SW Winchester, IL
0.88″ hail
May 23, 2004
4:36 PM CST
Hail report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Winchester, IL
1.00″ hail
May 4, 2003
4:23 PM CST
Hail report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 S Winchester, IL
0.75″ hail
Jun 5, 2001
6:29 PM CST
Hail report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Winchester, IL
1.75″ hail
Jun 4, 1998
8:32 PM CST
Hail report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 W Winchester, IL
1.50″ hail
May 12, 1998
5:54 PM CST
Hail report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Winchester, IL
1.75″ hail
Apr 19, 1996
4:48 PM CST
Hail report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 WSW Winchester/Riggston, IL
0.75″ hail
Mar 6, 1992
3:10 PM CST
Hail report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 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 Winchester, IL

30 reports
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UNK mph
Apr 17, 2026
9:24 PM UTC
Wind report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A few commercial and residential buildings were damaged.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ENE Winchester, IL
UNK mph
Apr 17, 2026
9:24 PM UTC
Wind report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: IL-106 at Woodson-Winchester Blacktop due to downed power lines.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Winchester, IL
UNK mph
Aug 30, 2024
8:04 PM UTC
Wind report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and tree branches blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: Winchester, IL
UNK mph
May 24, 2024
7:53 PM UTC
Wind report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree fell and caused a power outage.
NWS Wind Report Location: Winchester, IL
UNK mph
Jun 29, 2023
4:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Delayed report. Large tree down... destroying a trampoline. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Winchester, IL
UNK mph
Jun 18, 2022
9:35 AM UTC
Wind report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MULTIPLE TREES BROKEN IN HALF. REPORT RELAYED BY BROADCAST MEDIA. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Winchester, IL
UNK mph
Jun 18, 2022
9:35 AM UTC
Wind report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DAMAGE IN WINCHESTER. REPORT RELAYED BY BROADCAST MEDIA. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Winchester, IL
63 mph
May 24, 2019
4:37 AM UTC
Wind report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 S Winchester, IL
70 mph
Jul 13, 2015
6:10 PM CST-6
Wind report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees and power lines were blown down about 3 miles southwest of Winchester.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.62 SW Winchester, IL
60 mph
Sep 5, 2014
4:30 PM CST-6
Wind report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A large tree was blown across the Winchester/Glasgow Blacktop.
NWS Wind Report Location: S Winchester, IL
60 mph
Jul 8, 2014
12:05 AM CST-6
Wind report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several tree limbs were blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SE Winchester, IL
60 mph
Jun 13, 2011
3:25 PM CST-6
Wind report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A large tree limb was blown down onto Commercial Street in Winchester.
NWS Wind Report Location: E Winchester, IL
70 mph
Jun 10, 2011
5:25 PM CST-6
Wind report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees and tree limbs were blown down in Winchester. In addition, 15 large power poles were snapped, resulting in a widespread power outage.
NWS Wind Report Location: E Winchester, IL
60 mph
May 25, 2011
3:10 PM CST-6
Wind report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees, tree branches, and power lines were blown down in Winchester.
NWS Wind Report Location: E Winchester, IL
60 mph
Feb 27, 2011
8:55 PM CST-6
Wind report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A roof was blown off a utility shed and a 10-inch diameter tree was knocked down.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Winchester, 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 Winchester, IL

4 reports
UNK category
Mar 31, 2023
10:12 PM UTC
Tornado report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: SPOTTER RECORDED VIDEO OF A TORNADO MOVING THROUGH THE ILLINOIS RIVER BOTTOMS. NO DAMAGE REPORTED.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 6.5 Wnw Winchester, IL
F1 category
May 24, 2004
10:19 PM CST
Tornado report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado initially touched down 6 miles west southwest of Winchester then traveled to the northeast causing minor tree damage. Two miles southwest of Winchester it destroyed a mobile home causing 1 fatality. The two occupants of the mobile home were thrown from the home. The husband only sustained minor injuries. As the tornado went through Winchester it weakened in intensity causing minor to moderate damage to the roofs of several homes, destroyed some sheds and blew down numerous trees.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 6 WSW Winchester, IL
F0 category
May 26, 2000
10:15 PM CST
Tornado report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado which formed along the leading edge of a bow echo touched down in Pike County (WFO St. Louis CWA) 2.5 miles southeast of Detroit, then traveled to the east northeast, crossing the Illinois River south of Florence. It moved into Scott County (WFO Central Illinois CWA) 8 miles west southwest of Winchester, but little damage was found in the river bottoms area until the tornado moved up into the bluffs. About four miles west of Winchester, it flattened corn, uprooted several trees, snapped a couple of utility poles, damaged an outbuilding, and caused minor damage to two homes before lifting and dissipating. No injuries were reported.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 8 WSW Winchester, IL
F2 category
Aug 29, 1955
6:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Winchester, IL
Scott County · 1,961 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

Winchester, IL area census snapshot

People & households
Population1,543
Households674
Housing units772
Income
Median household income$54,286
$100k+ households28.9%
$150k+ households9.1%
Housing stock
Single-family detached568
Attached single-family12
Small multifamily141
Large multifamily8
Mobile homes43
Housing mix
Single-family share73.6%
Attached-home share1.6%
Multifamily share19.3%
Mobile-home share5.6%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied435
Renter-occupied239
Vacant units98
Home value & age
Median home value$96,000
Owner homes $300k+--
Owner homes $500k+--
Owner homes $750k+--
Median year built1959
Older-home share80.2%
Vehicle context
Households with cars630
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 18 hail, 44 wind, and 4 tornado reports in and near Winchester, IL, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on April 17, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Winchester?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Winchester, IL is 1.75″. It was reported near Winchester, IL on March 14, 2024.

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

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

I am selling a home in Winchester — 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 Winchester address?

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