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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in Boone County, KY

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports across Boone County, KY from May 25, 1955 through September 6, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 41042 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
71
Wind Reports
253
Tornado Reports
17
Max Hail Size
3.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Boone County, KY · 1955–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 6, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in Boone County

30 reports
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1.25″ hail
Apr 14, 2025
7:56 PM UTC
Hail report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Photo verified.
NWS Hail Report Location: Union, KY
1.00″ hail
Apr 14, 2025
7:52 PM UTC
Hail report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Video posted on social media.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 W Union, KY
1.75″ hail
May 19, 2022
11:45 PM UTC
Hail report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: 1.75 IN HAIL REPORTED AT THE INTERSECTION OF WOOLPER ROAD AND PETERSBURG ROAD
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 E Aurora, KY
1.75″ hail
Jun 18, 2021
3:45 PM UTC
Hail report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Burlington, KY
1.00″ hail
Jun 18, 2021
3:26 PM UTC
Hail report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Burlington, KY
1.00″ hail
Jun 18, 2021
3:25 PM UTC
Hail report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Burlington, KY
1.50″ hail
Apr 4, 2018
12:03 AM UTC
Hail report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: BASED ON PHOTO POSTED ON NWSILN TWITTER PAGE
NWS Hail Report Location: Florence, KY
1.00″ hail
Jan 23, 2018
1:53 AM UTC
Hail report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: Hebron, KY
1.00″ hail
Oct 19, 2016
11:10 PM UTC
Hail report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 S Union, KY
1.00″ hail
May 1, 2016
10:26 PM UTC
Hail report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: VERIFIED WITH WEATHER OBSERVER
NWS Hail Report Location: Kcvg Cinc N Ky Apt, KY
1.00″ hail
Jul 17, 2015
6:59 PM EST-5
Hail report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.76 ENE Beaverlick, KY
1.00″ hail
Apr 9, 2015
5:18 PM EST-5
Hail report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.07 W Hebron, KY
0.75″ hail
Apr 9, 2015
5:10 PM EST-5
Hail report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 S Burlington, KY
1.25″ hail
Apr 9, 2015
5:08 PM EST-5
Hail report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.07 W Hebron, KY
0.75″ hail
May 21, 2014
10:12 PM EST-5
Hail report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .87 SE Bullittsville, KY
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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 Boone County

30 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 6, 2026
12:09 AM UTC
Wind report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree and wires blown down on Donaldson Highway.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Nw Erlanger, KY
51 mph
Sep 5, 2026
10:31 AM UTC
Wind report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Se Hebron, KY
52 mph
Sep 4, 2026
9:25 PM UTC
Wind report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Se Hebron, KY
UNK mph
Aug 12, 2026
8:22 PM UTC
Wind report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Chambers Road property.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Nnw Walton, KY
UNK mph
Aug 12, 2026
8:05 PM UTC
Wind report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Woodland Avenue property.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Florence, KY
48 mph
Aug 12, 2026
7:56 PM UTC
Wind report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KCVG Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Se Hebron, KY
UNK mph
Aug 12, 2026
7:55 PM UTC
Wind report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down at Chinquapin Hill and Belleview.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 W Burlington, KY
UNK mph
Aug 11, 2026
7:52 PM UTC
Wind report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree downed on house near intersection of Miller Owens Road and US Rte 42. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 Wsw Walton, KY
UNK mph
Aug 11, 2026
7:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree downed near end of Webb Lane. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 Ssw Union, KY
UNK mph
Aug 11, 2026
7:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Roof removed from barn. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 Ssw Union, KY
UNK mph
Aug 11, 2026
7:49 PM UTC
Wind report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Snapped trees and branches along Cumberland Circle. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Nnw Union, KY
UNK mph
Aug 11, 2026
7:44 PM UTC
Wind report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Roof off a barn on Clarkston Lane. Several trees also downed.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Nw Union, KY
59 mph
Aug 11, 2026
7:44 PM UTC
Wind report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KCVG Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Se Hebron, KY
UNK mph
Aug 11, 2026
7:43 PM UTC
Wind report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Barn damaged along Big Bone Church Road. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 Wsw Union, KY
UNK mph
Aug 11, 2026
7:38 PM UTC
Wind report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree fell onto house along Scott Street. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 Wsw Burlington, KY
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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 Boone County

17 reports
UNK category
Jun 20, 2026
4:34 AM UTC
Tornado report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF-1 Tornado was confirmed by the National Weather Service starting in Boone County and ending in Kenton County... Kentucky. The tornado occurred in the early morning hours of June 18... 2026. The peak winds with this tornado were estimated to be around 100 mph... supported by a large power pole being snapped near US 42 and Dream Street.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 SSE Burlington, KY
UNK category
Mar 21, 2025
2:54 AM UTC
Tornado report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF-1 tornado with peak winds estimated to be 105 mph and a path width of 90 yards tracked for 3.15 miles through Boone County. The tornado lifted at 10:56 PM. The tornado caused damage to industrial buildings with extensive wall and roof damage observed. Some of this damage occurred at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport. A number of trees were uprooted or snapped along the path.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 NE Burlington, KY
UNK category
Jun 22, 2021
1:09 AM UTC
Tornado report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: NWS STORM SURVEY CONFIRMS EF1 TORNADO WITH A DAMAGE TRACK OF 2.8 MILES AFFECTING TREES AND A FEW BARNS. ESTIMATED PEAK WIND SPEED OF 90 MPH.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 ENE Aurora, KY
F4 category
Nov 22, 1992
4:25 PM EST
Tornado report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, KY
F0 category
Jun 18, 1992
2:35 PM EST
Tornado report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, KY
F1 category
Apr 9, 1991
1:45 PM EST
Tornado report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, KY
F1 category
Jun 2, 1990
10:40 PM CST
Tornado report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, KY
F0 category
Jul 26, 1984
2:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, KY
F2 category
Apr 8, 1980
1:45 PM CST
Tornado report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, KY
F1 category
Apr 2, 1977
4:10 PM CST
Tornado report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, KY
F1 category
Jun 24, 1976
5:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, KY
F5 category
Apr 3, 1974
3:25 PM CST
Tornado report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, KY
F2 category
Sep 29, 1973
11:45 AM CST
Tornado report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, KY
F1 category
Feb 15, 1967
8:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, KY
F1 category
Feb 15, 1967
7:03 PM CST
Tornado report for Boone County, KY
Boone County · 36,308 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, KY
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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 · County

Boone County, KY area census snapshot

People & households
Population137,676
Households50,341
Housing units52,476
Income
Median household income$94,752
$100k+ households48.4%
$150k+ households21.4%
Housing stock
Single-family detached36,308
Attached single-family2,960
Small multifamily4,957
Large multifamily6,266
Mobile homes1,972
Housing mix
Single-family share69.2%
Attached-home share5.6%
Multifamily share21.4%
Mobile-home share3.8%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied38,593
Renter-occupied11,748
Vacant units2,135
Home value & age
Median home value$253,200
Owner homes $300k+36.3%
Owner homes $500k+10.3%
Owner homes $750k+2.0%
Median year built1995
Older-home share26.8%
Vehicle context
Households with cars48,472
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 71 hail, 253 wind, and 17 tornado reports in Boone County, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 6, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Boone County?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in Boone County is 3.00″. It was reported near Burlington, KY on May 2, 1983.

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

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

I am selling a home in Boone 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 Boone County address?

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