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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Evansville, IN
Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Evansville, IN from November 15, 1955 through August 17, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.
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Hail Reports
71
Wind Reports
211
Tornado Reports
15
Max Hail Size
2.93″
Source NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm ReportsCoverage Evansville, IN · 1955–presentUpdated Daily · last Aug 17, 2026
Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Evansville, IN
Hail Report Description: 2.93 inches cumulative rainfall from trained spotter on the southeast side of Evansville produced local street and yard flooding.
NWS Hail Report Location: Evansville, IN
1.00″hail
May 10, 2018 10:43 PM UTC
Hail report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL FALLING NEAR ANGEL MOUNDS ON SOUTHEAST SIDE OF TOWN.
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL REPORTED AT INTERSECTION OF OAK HILL AND CAPITAL BLVD.
NWS Hail Report Location: Evansville, IN
1.00″hail
May 10, 2018 10:24 PM UTC
Hail report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL REPORTED. SEVERAL WINDSHIELDS DAMAGED OR SHATTERED FROM PREVIOUS HAIL AND CURRENT HAIL FALLING. EVENT OCCURRING ON WEST SIDE OF TOWN.
NWS Hail Report Location: Evansville, IN
1.50″hail
May 10, 2018 10:19 PM UTC
Hail report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PING PONG BALL SIZE HAIL REPORTED ON NORTH SIDE OF TOWN.
NWS Hail Report Location: Evansville, IN
1.00″hail
May 10, 2018 10:16 PM UTC
Hail report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL REPORTED ON THE NORTHEAST SIDE OF TOWN.
NWS Hail Report Location: Evansville, IN
2.00″hail
May 10, 2018 10:15 PM UTC
Hail report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAIL THE SIZE OF HEN EGGS FALLING NEAR THE DOWNTOWN AREA. STRONG WINDS ASSOCIATED WITH THIS STORM.
NWS Hail Report Location: Evansville, IN
1.25″hail
May 1, 2017 8:35 AM UTC
Hail report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Mccutchanville, IN
1.00″hail
May 1, 2017 8:24 AM UTC
Hail report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: ON HIGHWAY 41 NORTH OF THE AIRPORT.
NWS Hail Report Location: Evansville, IN
2.00″hail
May 1, 2017 8:24 AM UTC
Hail report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAIL SIZE ESTIMATED FROM PHOTO
NWS Hail Report Location: Mccutchanville, IN
1.00″hail
Apr 26, 2016 10:14 PM UTC
Hail report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PICTURES SENT TO MEDIA FROM A VIEWER
NWS Hail Report Location: Evansville, IN
0.75″hail
Jun 16, 2015 10:50 PM CST-6
Hail report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 W Evansville, IN
1.00″hail
Jun 16, 2015 10:43 PM CST-6
Hail report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A social media user posted a photo of the hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 W Evansville, IN
0.88″hail
May 9, 2014 3:30 PM CST-6
Hail report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Evansville, IN
1.25″hail
May 4, 2012 9:01 PM CST-6
Hail report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Half-dollar size hail fell just north of downtown Evansville.
NWS Hail Report Location: E Evansville, IN
1.00″hail
May 4, 2012 8:47 PM CST-6
Hail report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter-size hail occurred on the west side of Evansville.
NWS Hail Report Location: E Evansville, IN
0.75″hail
May 4, 2012 8:42 PM CST-6
Hail report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Dime-size hail occurred on the west side of Evansville.
NWS Hail Report Location: E Evansville, IN
0.75″hail
Mar 30, 2012 7:50 PM CST-6
Hail report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .54 E Evansville, IN
0.88″hail
Mar 23, 2012 1:43 PM CST-6
Hail report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .54 E Evansville, IN
0.75″hail
Mar 23, 2012 1:36 PM CST-6
Hail report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .54 E Evansville, IN
0.75″hail
Mar 17, 2012 2:38 PM CST-6
Hail report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .54 E Evansville, IN
1.75″hail
Mar 2, 2012 12:50 PM CST-6
Hail report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf Ball size hail was reported just south of the Evansville Regional Airport.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.49 SSW (Evv)Dress Arpt Evan, IN
1.00″hail
Jun 5, 2011 9:30 AM CST-6
Hail report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .5 W Evansville, IN
0.88″hail
Jun 11, 2009 3:29 PM CST-6
Hail report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail fell on the west side of the city.
NWS Hail Report Location: .5 W Evansville, IN
1.75″hail
Jan 8, 2008 4:16 PM CST-6
Hail report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf-ball hail was reported at the University of Southern Indiana, which is on the west side of the city of Evansville.
NWS Hail Report Location: .5 SW Evansville, IN
0.75″hail
Apr 3, 2007 4:07 PM CST-6
Hail report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 SW Evansville, IN
1.25″hail
Sep 22, 2006 5:45 PM CST
Hail report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 N Evansville, IN
1.00″hail
Jun 22, 2006 6:14 PM CST
Hail report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Dime to quarter size hail was reported on the north side of the city.
NWS Hail Report Location: Evansville, IN
1.75″hail
Jun 20, 2006 2:55 PM CST
Hail report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf-ball size hail fell in a rural area along the Posey County line near the Ohio River. Dime size hail fell at a high school in southwest Evansville.
NWS Hail Report Location: Evansville, IN
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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 Evansville, IN
Wind Report Description: Several trees down throughout the county. Wires down in a few spots in Evansville.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 S Evansville, IN
UNKmph
Jul 26, 2026 11:01 PM UTC
Wind report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Wires downed at Bayou Creek Rd and Broadway Ave.
NWS Wind Report Location: 8 Wsw Evansville, IN
UNKmph
Jul 3, 2026 9:54 PM UTC
Wind report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Power lines blown down along an outflow boundary on the southeast side of Evansville with multiple trees on fire near Garvin Street and Covert Avenue.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSW Evansville, IN
UNKmph
Jun 27, 2026 8:05 PM UTC
Wind report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees/powerlines down in Evansville. 62 mph wind gust at 312 pm in Newburgh.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W Evansville, IN
UNKmph
Jun 22, 2026 2:17 AM UTC
Wind report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large power flash east of downtown Evansville... IN posted on X from Evansville traffic cam.
Wind Report Description: Hardwood tree with a trunk of approximately two feet was uprooted... causing damage to a barn. Small tree limbs of 3 to 5 inches in diameter were also downed. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 WSW Evansville, IN
UNKmph
Jul 19, 2025 7:08 PM UTC
Wind report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down blocking the right lane of Veterans Memorial Parkway. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SW Evansville, IN
UNKmph
Jun 13, 2025 9:09 PM UTC
Wind report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple large trees uprooted and fallen onto homes.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 W Evansville, IN
UNKmph
Apr 10, 2025 9:00 PM UTC
Wind report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Shingles off a home on Graham Ave.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SE Evansville, IN
60mph
Mar 19, 2025 10:55 PM UTC
Wind report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 W Evansville, IN
UNKmph
Aug 1, 2024 7:09 PM UTC
Wind report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree down near home.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SSW Evansville, IN
UNKmph
Jul 30, 2024 11:36 PM UTC
Wind report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree down... smashing a fence.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 WNW Newburgh, IN
UNKmph
Jul 30, 2024 11:35 PM UTC
Wind report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several large tree limbs down on Fuquay Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 WNW Newburgh, IN
70mph
Jul 30, 2024 11:33 PM UTC
Wind report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Evansville, IN
UNKmph
Jul 30, 2024 11:27 PM UTC
Wind report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Wires down on the 3700 block of Stringtown Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NNW Evansville, IN
UNKmph
Jul 30, 2024 11:26 PM UTC
Wind report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Wires down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNW Evansville, IN
UNKmph
Jul 9, 2024 9:21 PM UTC
Wind report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: power outage reported.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 W Evansville, IN
65mph
Jun 18, 2024 7:56 PM UTC
Wind report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Estimated 65 mph outflow winds with healthy 2 inch diamater tree limbs snapped near Washington and Vann in Evansville.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SE Evansville, IN
UNKmph
May 27, 2024 1:44 AM UTC
Wind report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Wind gusts to near 65 mph.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 WSW Newburgh, IN
UNKmph
Apr 19, 2024 2:27 AM UTC
Wind report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on S Barker near Edgewood.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 W Evansville, IN
UNKmph
Apr 3, 2024 10:57 AM UTC
Wind report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Eight inch tree limb down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Evansville, IN
UNKmph
Apr 3, 2024 10:57 AM UTC
Wind report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Small metal storage barn blown over. Fences blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NE Evansville, IN
UNKmph
Apr 3, 2024 10:57 AM UTC
Wind report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 70 mph wind gust measured at Evansville/Vanderburgh EOC. Roof damage to EOC. Numerous reports of trees and powerlines down and damage to mobile homes throughout Vanderburgh County.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WSW Evansville, IN
UNKmph
Apr 3, 2024 10:55 AM UTC
Wind report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Fence blown down and shed moved by high winds.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NW Evansville, IN
UNKmph
Apr 3, 2024 10:53 AM UTC
Wind report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tornado report from 4 NW Evansville. Significant shingle damage to a house.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NW Evansville, IN
UNKmph
Apr 3, 2024 10:53 AM UTC
Wind report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree uprooted and fell on a car. Significant shingle damage.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NW Evansville, IN
UNKmph
Apr 2, 2024 8:35 PM UTC
Wind report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Three pine trees with snapped trunks. Wind speed estimated around 75 mph.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SE Evansville, IN
60mph
Apr 2, 2024 7:40 PM UTC
Wind report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 ESE Evansville, IN
UNKmph
Mar 16, 2024 2:25 AM UTC
Wind report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down with estimated 60 to 65 mph wind gusts at storm onset. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SE Evansville, IN
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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 Evansville, IN
15 reports
UNKcategory
Jun 13, 2025 9:09 PM UTC
Tornado report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A brief EF-0 tornado with estimated peak winds of 85 mph began along south Tekoppel Ave. on the westside of Evansville... IN... on Friday afternoon. Moving northeast... the tornado uprooted trees near Edgewood and Hillcrest. Large tree limbs were down near Hillcrest and Baker. Construction barricade was knocked down near Indiana and 11th. The tornado path length was 1.28 miles and the estimated maximum width was 25 yards.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 W Evansville, IN
UNKcategory
Apr 9, 2025 1:55 AM UTC
Tornado report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: EF-1... 104 mph. The tornado started just northeast of Montoux Park north of W. Mill Rd. The tornado moved northeast into the Highland area of Evansville producing minor roof damage to homes and also uprooting trees. The tornado then crossed Hwy 41 and did more minor damage to roofs and snapped many trees between the Hillsdale and Earle areas in Evansville. The tornado continued to track northeast... north of Old Petersburg Rd and caused more tree damage... damage to roofs on homes and also damage to fences and and a few sheds/outbuildings/garages. The tornado crossed I-69 around Seven Hill Rd and then crossed into Warrick County and clipped the north side of Elberfeld before crossing I-64. The tornado continued northeast and impacted a neighborhood off Wheatonville Rd where it caused roof damage to several homes along with destroying several sheds or shops. Then the tornado crossed St Rt. 68 and caused roof damage to a home north of Rosebud. The tornado then continued into Gibson County
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 NW Evansville, IN
UNKcategory
Apr 3, 2024 10:53 AM UTC
Tornado report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Significant shingle damage to a house.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 NW Evansville, IN
UNKcategory
Jul 17, 2020 4:40 AM UTC
Tornado report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: DAMAGE PATH WAS FROM 2.5 MILES SOUTHWEST OF PARKERS SETTLEMENT... OR 9 MILES NORTHWEST OF EVANSVILLE... INDIANA IN POSEY COUNTY... TO 2.5 MILES EAST-SOUTHEAST OF PARKERS SETTLEMENT... OR 7 MILES NORTHWEST OF EVANSVILLE... INDIANA IN VANDERBURGH COUNTY. DAMAGE BEGAN AT 11:40 PM CDT... AND ENDED AT 11:48 PM CDT. DAMAGE WAS LIMITED MAINLY TO TREES AND POWER LINES. A COUPLE HOUSES LOST SOME SHINGLES AND FASCIA. AT LEAST ONE VEHICLE WAS DAMAGED BY A FALLEN TREE. SURVEY FINDINGS COMPILED FROM DRONE FOOTAGE AND DATA PROVIDED BY EVANSVILLE-VANDERBURGH AND POSEY COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCIES IN CONJUNCTION WITH NWS DATA.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 9 NW Evansville, IN
F3category
Nov 6, 2005 1:54 AM CST
Tornado report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado crossed into Vanderburgh County from Henderson County, KY a second time near Ellis Park, a horse-racing facility off U.S. Highway 41. The tornado moved rapidly east-northeast at close to 60 MPH, staying a mile or less south of Interstate 164 and the southern city limit of Evansville. Twenty people perished at a large mobile home park on the south side of the interstate. Of about 350 mobile homes in the park, 100 were destroyed and another 125 were damaged. Many of the destroyed homes were obliterated. The coroner reported that most of the victims were probably killed instantly, many by spine and skull fractures. Several bodies were carried almost two hundred yards. Several of the fatally injured persons were found in a nearby retention pond that was drained to find victims. An 8-year-old child was found alive in a ditch after being trapped under debris for about 12 hours. One person, who was thrown 150 feet, died of complications from tornado injuries on December 17. The tornado exited into Warrick County at the Angel Mounds State Historic Site, just south of Interstate 164.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 S Evansville, IN
F3category
Nov 6, 2005 1:45 AM CST
Tornado report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This tornado first crossed into Vanderburgh County, Indiana from Henderson County, KY at a peninsula formed by the Ohio River just west of Henderson. This peninsula is Ohio River bottomland primarily used for farming. From the air, scour marks were clearly visible on farmland. There were very few structures impacted in this small part of the county. A two-story house built in 1875 sustained major roof damage. Tree branches were embedded into the house. One farm equipment shed was demolished, and another sustained major damage. A 10,000-pound truck was flipped over. Heavy farm equipment was moved several feet. The tornado crossed the Ohio River back into Henderson County in a sparsely populated flood plain, used mostly for farming.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 SW Cypress, IN
F0category
Aug 18, 1997 12:14 PM CST
Tornado report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A funnel cloud was sighted by numerous witnesses over western Vanderburgh County. Air traffic control personnel at the Evansville Airport tower reportedly saw the funnel cloud drop below the tree line. Videotape was taken of the funnel cloud briefly touching down. The weak tornado apparently caused no damage.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 W Evansville, IN
F1category
Jun 17, 1997 5:28 PM CST
Tornado report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado occurred in a densely populated suburban area called North Park, about 2 miles northwest of downtown Evansville. There were many witnesses, so the event was well documented by photographers and eyewitnesses. Although the tornado was unusual in the respect that it developed from a non-severe thunderstorm in a weakly sheared environment, it caused considerable damage in such a populated setting. A survey conducted by National Weather Service personnel determined the damage path was narrow, well defined, and highly convergent. Most of the damage was a result of trees falling on houses (at least a dozen) and causing roof damage and some structural damage. The neighborhood was 40 years old so most trees were full grown. A liquor store, bowling alley, and grocery store suffered primarily roof damage due to winds estimated near 100 MPH. About 2,800 people were without power for several hours. The tornado was well photographed by personnel at the Evansville Airport.
NWS Tornado Report Location: NW Evansville, IN
F1category
May 19, 1989 6:05 PM CST
Tornado report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IN
F2category
May 15, 1986 4:45 PM EST
Tornado report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IN
F0category
May 26, 1981 3:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IN
F2category
Apr 11, 1979 8:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IN
F1category
Jan 10, 1975 12:25 PM CST
Tornado report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IN
UNKcategory
May 26, 1962 4:07 PM CST
Tornado report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IN
F3category
Nov 15, 1955 7:20 PM CST
Tornado report for Evansville, IN
Vanderburgh County · 59,451 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IN
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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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Frequently asked questions
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How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does Evansville have on record?
Our records show 71 hail, 211 wind, and 15 tornado reports in and near Evansville, IN, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 17, 2026.
What is the largest hail ever reported in Evansville?
The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Evansville, IN is 2.93″. It was reported near Evansville, IN on May 15, 2024.
A storm report showed up near my home in Evansville — 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 Evansville and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.
I am buying a home in Evansville — 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 Evansville address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.
I am selling a home in Evansville — 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 Evansville address?
Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in Evansville — 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 Evansville, IN, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in Evansville, 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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