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

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Northwood, IA from April 30, 1967 through September 19, 2024, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
27
Wind Reports
26
Tornado Reports
3
Max Hail Size
2.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Northwood, IA · 1967–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 19, 2024

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Northwood, IA

27 reports
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1.00″ hail
May 3, 2015
6:20 PM CST-6
Hail report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.3 SSE Silver Lake, IA
0.88″ hail
Apr 9, 2011
10:00 PM CST-6
Hail report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.07 S Northwood Muni Arpt, IA
1.50″ hail
Apr 29, 2010
6:53 PM CST-6
Hail report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 S Northwood, IA
1.25″ hail
Oct 4, 2006
2:30 AM CST-6
Hail report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 7 ENE Northwood, IA
1.00″ hail
Oct 4, 2006
2:22 AM CST-6
Hail report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: S Northwood, IA
2.75″ hail
Oct 4, 2006
2:22 AM CST-6
Hail report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.5 SE Northwood, IA
1.75″ hail
Oct 4, 2006
2:15 AM CST-6
Hail report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NW Northwood, IA
0.88″ hail
Jun 14, 2006
9:01 AM CST
Hail report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Northwood, IA
0.88″ hail
May 29, 2006
2:25 PM CST
Hail report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 ENE Northwood, IA
0.75″ hail
May 21, 2004
10:40 AM CST
Hail report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 S Northwood, IA
1.50″ hail
Apr 17, 2004
10:05 PM CST
Hail report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 E Northwood, IA
1.25″ hail
Apr 17, 2004
8:31 PM CST
Hail report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 N Northwood, IA
1.00″ hail
Sep 20, 2001
2:28 PM CST
Hail report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Northwood, IA
1.75″ hail
Sep 20, 2001
2:22 PM CST
Hail report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Northwood, IA
1.00″ hail
Sep 20, 2001
2:19 PM CST
Hail report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Northwood, 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 Northwood, IA

26 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 19, 2024
8:02 PM UTC
Wind report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees down. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Northwood, IA
UNK mph
Jun 12, 2024
6:22 PM UTC
Wind report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Reports of trees and powerlines down in Northwood. Time estimated with radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Northwood, IA
UNK mph
May 21, 2024
9:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Downed trees along highway 105 1 mile west of Northwood.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 W Northwood, IA
UNK mph
Jul 19, 2017
9:39 PM UTC
Wind report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: COUNTY DISPATCH REPORTED TRANSFORMER BLOWN... POWER LINES AND POLES DOWN... AND TREE DAMAGE. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR. DELAYED REPORT.
NWS Wind Report Location: Northwood, IA
UNK mph
Jul 7, 2016
7:50 AM UTC
Wind report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: HIGHWAY 65 BLOCKED IN BOTH DIRECTIONS DUE TO DOWNED POWER LINES. DETOUR IN EFFECT. TIME ESTIMATED PER RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Northwood, IA
60 mph
Sep 2, 2011
4:44 AM CST-6
Wind report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and power lines were down. Winds estimated around 60 MPH along with penny size hail.
NWS Wind Report Location: .85 SW Deer Creek, IA
75 mph
Aug 23, 2011
5:58 AM CST-6
Wind report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A few 4 to 6 inch diameter limbs down. Extensive corn and bean crop damage.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.07 S Northwood Muni Arpt, IA
66 mph
Jul 1, 2011
8:16 PM CST-6
Wind report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees down on power lines.
NWS Wind Report Location: .69 S Northwood, IA
60 mph
Jul 7, 2008
12:55 PM CST-6
Wind report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.66 ENE Deer Creek, IA
66 mph
Oct 4, 2006
2:22 AM CST-6
Wind report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3.5 SE Northwood, IA
60 mph
Jun 8, 2004
8:43 PM CST
Wind report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 9 E Northwood, IA
81 mph
Apr 17, 2004
9:43 PM CST
Wind report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 W Northwood, IA
60 mph
Jul 9, 2003
7:55 PM CST
Wind report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Northwood, IA
70 mph
Jun 18, 2001
9:45 PM CST
Wind report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Northwood, IA
60 mph
Jul 30, 1999
6:35 PM CST
Wind report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Northwood, 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 Northwood, IA

3 reports
EF0 category
Jun 7, 2008
3:23 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A small debris cloud was noted by a storm chaser.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.13 SSE Northwood, IA
EF0 category
Jun 7, 2008
3:16 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Debris circulation seen on the ground.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4.52 WSW Northwood, IA
F4 category
Apr 30, 1967
6:20 PM CST
Tornado report for Northwood, IA
Worth County · 3,116 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

Northwood, IA area census snapshot

People & households
Population2,170
Households930
Housing units961
Income
Median household income$64,615
$100k+ households44.4%
$150k+ households13.2%
Housing stock
Single-family detached819
Attached single-family9
Small multifamily77
Large multifamily52
Mobile homes4
Housing mix
Single-family share85.2%
Attached-home share0.9%
Multifamily share13.4%
Mobile-home share0.4%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied760
Renter-occupied170
Vacant units31
Home value & age
Median home value$124,800
Owner homes $300k+8.7%
Owner homes $500k+0.7%
Owner homes $750k+0.7%
Median year built1952
Older-home share84.2%
Vehicle context
Households with cars843
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 27 hail, 26 wind, and 3 tornado reports in and near Northwood, IA, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 19, 2024.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Northwood?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Northwood, IA is 2.75″. It was reported near Northwood, IA on October 4, 2006.

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

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

I am selling a home in Northwood — 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 Northwood address?

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