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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in Putnam County, IL

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports across Putnam County, IL from November 12, 1965 through August 22, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 61327 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
62
Wind Reports
98
Tornado Reports
16
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Putnam County, IL · 1965–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 22, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in Putnam County

30 reports
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1.00″ hail
Mar 12, 2026
1:22 AM UTC
Hail report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 S Mc Nabb, IL
1.00″ hail
Aug 20, 2022
7:45 PM UTC
Hail report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REPORT OF ESTIMATED PENNY TO QUARTER SIZE HAIL.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 WSW Mc Nabb, IL
1.00″ hail
May 11, 2022
11:59 PM UTC
Hail report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAIL UP TO QUARTER SIZE. PHOTO RECEIVED THROUGH SOCIAL MEDIA.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 N Granville, IL
1.25″ hail
Jun 22, 2020
9:30 PM UTC
Hail report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER TO HALF DOLLAR SIZE HAIL.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SSW Florid, IL
1.25″ hail
Feb 28, 2017
10:42 PM UTC
Hail report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 E Hennepin, IL
1.50″ hail
Feb 28, 2017
10:25 PM UTC
Hail report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: RELAYED BY PUTNAM EM
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 N Mark, IL
1.75″ hail
Jun 10, 2015
5:15 PM CST-6
Hail report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf ball size hail was reported through social media.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.6 W Mc Nabb, IL
1.00″ hail
Jun 10, 2015
5:13 PM CST-6
Hail report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Spotters reported quarter size hail, heavy rain, and frequent lightning.
NWS Hail Report Location: .52 E Mc Nabb, IL
0.88″ hail
Jun 10, 2015
5:07 PM CST-6
Hail report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Spotters reported nickel size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.94 SW Mc Nabb, IL
1.25″ hail
Jun 10, 2015
4:45 PM CST-6
Hail report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A member of the public reported 1.25 inch diameter hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Florid, IL
1.00″ hail
Jun 10, 2015
4:35 PM CST-6
Hail report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Emergency management reported quarter size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.7 ESE Hennepin, IL
1.00″ hail
Jun 10, 2015
4:32 PM CST-6
Hail report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Law enforcement reported quarter size hail and heavy rain.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.7 ENE Hennepin, IL
1.00″ hail
Jun 10, 2015
4:30 PM CST-6
Hail report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail fell for 15 continuous minutes.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.7 ENE Hennepin, IL
1.00″ hail
Jun 10, 2015
4:30 PM CST-6
Hail report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was reported through social media by public.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.7 ENE Hennepin, IL
1.75″ hail
Jun 10, 2015
4:15 PM CST-6
Hail report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Through social media, there was a public reported golf ball size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: .52 E Mc Nabb, 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 Putnam County

30 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 22, 2026
12:19 AM UTC
Wind report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree over 12 inches in diameter blown down. Possible tornado damage. Time estimated from radar data.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Florid, IL
UNK mph
Aug 11, 2026
2:46 PM UTC
Wind report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Reports of multiple trees and a power pole blown down in the town of Hennepin. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 W Hennepin, IL
UNK mph
May 4, 2026
11:44 PM UTC
Wind report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Route 71 near Hennepin.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Hennepin, IL
58 mph
Apr 21, 2026
1:01 AM UTC
Wind report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A trained spotter measured a 58 MPH.
NWS Wind Report Location: Hennepin, IL
UNK mph
Apr 7, 2026
12:09 AM UTC
Wind report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Putnam county EMA reports a power line down in Hennepin. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Mark, IL
61 mph
Apr 7, 2026
12:03 AM UTC
Wind report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Hennepin, IL
UNK mph
Apr 7, 2026
12:03 AM UTC
Wind report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 1 W Hennepin. Multiple trees... some 6- to 8-inches thick... snapped at the base or uprooted. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 W Hennepin, IL
UNK mph
Apr 7, 2026
12:03 AM UTC
Wind report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Home with garage door blown in and multiple 3-inch tree limbs snapped. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 W Hennepin, IL
UNK mph
Jul 15, 2025
1:07 AM UTC
Wind report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 2 inch diameter tree limbs down.
NWS Wind Report Location: Florid, IL
UNK mph
Mar 17, 2025
3:39 AM UTC
Wind report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several power poles sheared off between Hennepin and Mark. 1400 customers without power.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Hennepin, IL
UNK mph
Mar 17, 2025
3:35 AM UTC
Wind report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees down blocking roads south of Hennepin.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Hennepin, IL
UNK mph
Aug 28, 2024
2:10 AM UTC
Wind report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Relay of a public report of a 3 inch diameter branch blown down in a yard.
NWS Wind Report Location: Mc Nabb, IL
UNK mph
Jul 18, 2024
1:45 AM UTC
Wind report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Damage to grain bin and trees. Delayed report.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SW Mc Nabb, IL
UNK mph
Jul 18, 2024
1:45 AM UTC
Wind report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree down on portion of house damaging the gutters and roof. Delayed report.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 WSW Mc Nabb, IL
65 mph
Jul 16, 2024
1:46 AM UTC
Wind report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: As gust front moved through.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WSW Florid, 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 Putnam County

16 reports
UNK category
Aug 22, 2026
12:15 AM UTC
Tornado report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Video on social media.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 Nne Moronts, IL
UNK category
Aug 22, 2026
12:13 AM UTC
Tornado report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF0 tornado_ with peak winds of 70 MPH_ developed along the southern banks of the Illinois River and moved towards the south-southeast. The tornado crossed through a rock quarry_ where it tipped o
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 N Moronts, IL
UNK category
Aug 22, 2026
12:11 AM UTC
Tornado report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Corrects previous tornado report starting location and time. An EF0 tornado_ with estimated peak winds of 80 MPH_ developed near the southern banks of the Illinois River and curled its way across nor
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 S Depue, IL
UNK category
Feb 8, 2024
10:45 PM UTC
Tornado report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A semi truck was overturned with damage to at least one outbuilding... as well as to multiple large trees... at this location. Multiple trained spotter visual reports and video of a tornado. Time estimated based on video and radar. Unknown path length... width... and maximum winds at this time.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 W Magnolia, IL
UNK category
Oct 11, 2021
10:47 PM UTC
Tornado report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: DELAYED REPORT. BRIEF TOUCH DOWN WITH NO VISIBLE DAMAGE.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 SSW Florid, IL
UNK category
Feb 28, 2017
10:30 PM UTC
Tornado report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 W Cedar Point, IL
UNK category
Jul 18, 2016
1:24 AM UTC
Tornado report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: BRIEF TOUCHDOWN. FUNNEL WENT UP AND DOWN.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 SSE Florid, IL
UNK category
Jul 18, 2016
1:18 AM UTC
Tornado report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: BRIEF TOUCHDOWN REPORTED BY FIRE CHIEF. TIME ESTIMATED.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 SSW Hennepin, IL
EF2 category
Jun 5, 2010
7:10 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Between approximately 810 pm and 835 pm on June 5, an EF2 tornado moved across areas from about 2.75 miles east northeast of Henry, IL, through Magnolia, IL, into western La Salle County about 3 miles east of Magnolia, IL. Wind speeds were estimated to be 135 mph. The tornado touched down at the shore of Sawmill Lake with a width of about 0.5 miles. Numerous trees were snapped off and shredded, laying in scattered directions. Extensive tree damage and some structural damage was observed toward Taylor Rd. Along County Road 150 N and Highway 18 west of Magnolia, several farm outbuildings including a large barn and steel shed were destroyed. A 400 to 450 foot tall cell phone tower was completely destroyed. |In Magnolia, IL, the tornado caused extensive tree damage across the northern two thirds of town with minor damage to numerous residences. On the north side of town, the tornado ripped the roofs completely off of four structures. The tornado weakened to an EF0 rating as it approached and crossed into La Salle County, where the NWS Chicago Storm Survey Team indicated it lifted about 1.23 miles east of the county line just south of Highway 18.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5.69 SE Putnam, IL
F2 category
Apr 20, 2004
4:44 PM CST
Tornado report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Rated very high end F2
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 NNE Florid, IL
F0 category
Jun 4, 1999
3:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Brief tornado touchdown with no reported damage.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 N Mc Nabb, IL
F0 category
Apr 13, 1981
8:07 PM CST
Tornado report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IL
F2 category
Sep 12, 1974
3:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IL
F3 category
Jul 17, 1972
5:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IL
F2 category
Apr 21, 1967
4:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Putnam County, IL
Putnam County · 2,726 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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Browse Cities with NWS Storm Reports in Putnam County

Hennepin, IL 57
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McNabb, IL 44
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Magnolia, IL 26
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Granville, IL 25
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Mark, IL 12
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NWS Storm Reports & Census Data

U.S. Census Data · County

Putnam County, IL area census snapshot

People & households
Population5,600
Households2,473
Housing units3,069
Income
Median household income$77,526
$100k+ households44.6%
$150k+ households16.0%
Housing stock
Single-family detached2,726
Attached single-family16
Small multifamily218
Large multifamily0
Mobile homes109
Housing mix
Single-family share88.8%
Attached-home share0.5%
Multifamily share7.1%
Mobile-home share3.6%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied1,996
Renter-occupied477
Vacant units596
Home value & age
Median home value$167,800
Owner homes $300k+13.1%
Owner homes $500k+2.5%
Owner homes $750k+0.5%
Median year built1975
Older-home share59.5%
Vehicle context
Households with cars2,389
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Top ZIP Codes with NWS Storm Reports in Putnam County

61327 50
Hennepin, IL Hail, wind & tornado reports
61326 36
Granville, IL Hail, wind & tornado reports
61335 35
McNabb, IL Hail, wind & tornado reports
61334 25
Lostant, IL Hail, wind & tornado reports
61560 22
IL Hail, wind & tornado reports
61336 17
Magnolia, IL Hail, wind & tornado reports
61363 4
Standard, IL Hail, wind & tornado reports
61340 2
Mark, IL Hail, wind & tornado reports

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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 62 hail, 98 wind, and 16 tornado reports in Putnam County, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 22, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Putnam County?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in Putnam County is 1.75″. It was reported near Mc Nabb, IL on June 10, 2015.

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

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

I am selling a home in Putnam County — 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 Putnam County address?

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