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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Adair, IA

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Adair, IA from May 10, 1959 through September 15, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 50002 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
17
Wind Reports
30
Tornado Reports
4
Max Hail Size
2.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Adair, IA · 1959–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 15, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Adair, IA

17 reports
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1.50″ hail
Mar 14, 2025
9:20 PM UTC
Hail report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: relayed via broadcast media.
NWS Hail Report Location: Adair, IA
1.00″ hail
Jun 16, 2017
3:05 AM UTC
Hail report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REPORTED NEAR 140TH AND DELTA AVE.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 S Adair, IA
1.00″ hail
Jun 24, 2015
7:10 PM CST-6
Hail report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Emergency Manager reported quarter sized hail just west of Adair.
NWS Hail Report Location: .52 E Adair, IA
1.75″ hail
Jun 30, 2014
11:41 AM CST-6
Hail report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf ball hail on I-80 at mile post 77 with cars and windows damaged.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.24 ESE Adair, IA
2.50″ hail
Jun 30, 2014
11:29 AM CST-6
Hail report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Emergency manager reported around 190 homes in Adair were damaged by large hail driven by strong to severe wind. Numerous trees were damaged. Crops shredded by the wind driven hail. Cars on I-80 had broken windows.
NWS Hail Report Location: .34 E Adair, IA
1.00″ hail
Jun 17, 2009
9:37 PM CST-6
Hail report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .52 E Adair, IA
1.75″ hail
Jun 17, 2009
9:31 PM CST-6
Hail report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .52 E Adair, IA
1.75″ hail
Jun 17, 2009
9:30 PM CST-6
Hail report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .52 E Adair, IA
1.25″ hail
Jun 17, 2009
9:28 PM CST-6
Hail report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Adair Fire Department reported the hail lasted several minutes.
NWS Hail Report Location: .52 E Adair, IA
1.00″ hail
Jun 7, 2009
4:42 PM CST-6
Hail report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .52 E Adair, IA
0.75″ hail
Apr 20, 2004
3:45 PM CST
Hail report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 E Adair, IA
1.75″ hail
Sep 18, 2002
6:05 PM CST
Hail report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Adair, IA
0.75″ hail
May 18, 2000
9:47 AM CST
Hail report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 NE Adair, IA
1.00″ hail
Jul 2, 1999
2:43 PM CST
Hail report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Adair, IA
2.75″ hail
Jul 2, 1999
2:30 PM CST
Hail report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Adair, IA
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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 Adair, IA

30 reports
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53 mph
Sep 15, 2026
5:58 AM UTC
Wind report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A trained spotted measured a 53 mph gust on a hand-held anemometer at mile marker 82 on Interstate 80.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Sw Casey, IA
70 mph
Jun 11, 2026
11:53 AM UTC
Wind report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Measured from personal weather station.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SW Adair, IA
80 mph
Dec 15, 2021
11:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: EM REPORTS 80+ MPH WINDS... ZERO VISIBILITY SOUTH OF ADAIR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 S Adair, IA
76 mph
Dec 15, 2021
11:12 PM UTC
Wind report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: PWS RECORDED A 76 MPH WIND GUST.
NWS Wind Report Location: Adair, IA
UNK mph
Aug 20, 2019
10:25 AM UTC
Wind report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SEMI BLOWN OVER AT REST AREA ON INTERSTATE 80.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 E Adair, IA
UNK mph
Aug 20, 2019
10:17 AM UTC
Wind report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 3 SEMIS BLOWN OVER AT WEST BOUND REST STOP NEAR MM80 ON INTERSTATE 80. 2 SEMIS BLOWN OVER IN EAST BOUND TRAFFIC LANES IN SAME AREA. TIME ESTIMATE UPDATED.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 E Adair, IA
60 mph
Sep 18, 2018
8:00 PM UTC
Wind report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: WINDS ESTIMATED AT OR ABOVE 60 MPH. HAIL A BIT LARGER THAN PEAS.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSE Adair, IA
62 mph
Jun 28, 2018
4:20 PM UTC
Wind report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: RWIS STATION.
NWS Wind Report Location: Adair, IA
70 mph
Oct 4, 2013
12:30 AM CST-6
Wind report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous tree branches down with some up to 6 inches in diameter. Areas of town without power. Trampoline blown into the street.
NWS Wind Report Location: .52 E Adair, IA
60 mph
Sep 19, 2013
2:13 PM CST-6
Wind report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Twelve inch branches broken.
NWS Wind Report Location: .52 E Adair, IA
60 mph
Jun 26, 2011
8:11 PM CST-6
Wind report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and power lines down.
NWS Wind Report Location: .52 E Adair, IA
70 mph
Jun 23, 2009
4:00 PM CST-6
Wind report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Torrential wind driven rain with near zero visibility along with pea size hail was reported.
NWS Wind Report Location: .86 SW Adair, IA
66 mph
Mar 23, 2009
8:04 PM CST-6
Wind report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A roof was blown off a restaurant and a canopy of a gas station was destroyed.
NWS Wind Report Location: .52 E Adair, IA
66 mph
Jul 6, 2008
10:32 AM CST-6
Wind report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Report received via a Schoolnet site.
NWS Wind Report Location: .52 E Adair, IA
66 mph
Aug 12, 2007
5:45 PM CST-6
Wind report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: .52 E Adair, IA
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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 Adair, IA

4 reports
UNK category
May 22, 2019
6:33 AM UTC
Tornado report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: ADAIR/GUTHRIE COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGER REPORTED 1 HOUSE DESTROYED AND POSSIBLY 2-3 OUTBUILDINGS DAMAGED ON A FARMSTEAD JUST SOUTH OF INTERSTATE 80. THE DEBRIS FROM FARMSTEAD LANDED ON THE INTERSTATE AT MILE MARKER 77. A SEMI WAS REPORTED IN THE DITCH AT THAT LOCATION. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR. DELAYED REPORT.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 ESE Adair, IA
F1 category
Mar 18, 1986
4:03 PM CST
Tornado report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IA
F0 category
May 23, 1981
3:15 PM CST
Tornado report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IA
F4 category
May 10, 1959
1:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Adair, IA
Adair County · 3,101 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, IA
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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

Adair, IA area census snapshot

People & households
Population853
Households369
Housing units412
Income
Median household income$57,250
$100k+ households39.3%
$150k+ households17.1%
Housing stock
Single-family detached345
Attached single-family10
Small multifamily41
Large multifamily9
Mobile homes7
Housing mix
Single-family share83.7%
Attached-home share2.4%
Multifamily share12.1%
Mobile-home share1.7%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied256
Renter-occupied113
Vacant units43
Home value & age
Median home value$126,600
Owner homes $300k+6.6%
Owner homes $500k+2.0%
Owner homes $750k+2.0%
Median year built1953
Older-home share84.2%
Vehicle context
Households with cars353
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 17 hail, 30 wind, and 4 tornado reports in and near Adair, IA, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 15, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Adair?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Adair, IA is 2.75″. It was reported near Adair, IA on July 2, 1999.

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

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

I am selling a home in Adair — 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 Adair address?

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