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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Somerset, KY

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Somerset, KY from May 22, 1957 through July 21, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
81
Wind Reports
236
Tornado Reports
6
Max Hail Size
4.50″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Somerset, KY · 1957–present Updated  Daily · last Jul 21, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Somerset, KY

30 reports
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1.00″ hail
Sep 5, 2025
11:35 PM UTC
Hail report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Multiple pictures on social media of measured quarter-sized hail in Shopville... KY. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: Shopville, KY
1.25″ hail
May 21, 2025
3:00 AM UTC
Hail report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report of half dollar size hail near mile marker 2 on KY Route 914.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 W Somerset, KY
1.25″ hail
Jun 11, 2023
8:55 PM UTC
Hail report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 N Somerset, KY
1.75″ hail
Jun 11, 2023
8:51 PM UTC
Hail report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Social media video shared to local media with hail to around golf ball size falling. The event time is radar estimated.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 WNW Somerset Pulaski, KY
1.00″ hail
Jun 11, 2023
8:49 PM UTC
Hail report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Somerset, KY
1.50″ hail
Jun 11, 2023
8:48 PM UTC
Hail report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report from mPING: Ping Pong Ball (1.50 in.).
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 ENE Pulaski County Pa, KY
1.00″ hail
Jun 11, 2023
8:44 PM UTC
Hail report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report from mPING: Quarter (1.00 in.).
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 ENE Pulaski County Pa, KY
2.50″ hail
Jun 11, 2023
8:43 PM UTC
Hail report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Multiple social media reports from the Nancy area of hail to at least tennis ball size as this was the largest size shared in an image. Roof and siding damage to a few structures along Lanetown Road in the area likely from wind driven hail. Vehicle glass was also broken. The event time is radar estimated.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 ENE Nancy, KY
1.00″ hail
May 19, 2022
12:20 AM UTC
Hail report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: IMAGE SHARED OF QUARTER SIZED HAIL IN SOMERSET. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR BASED ON WHEN THE REPORT WAS PASSED ALONG.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NNE Somerset, KY
1.00″ hail
Jul 6, 2017
9:15 PM UTC
Hail report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL REPORTED SOUTH OF SOMERSET. ALSO A FUNNEL CLOUD WAS SIGHTED.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 S Somerset, KY
1.00″ hail
May 24, 2017
7:33 PM UTC
Hail report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL REPORTED FROM FAUBUSH EASTWARD TO NANCY
NWS Hail Report Location: Faubush, KY
1.00″ hail
May 11, 2016
3:01 AM UTC
Hail report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 NE Somerset, KY
1.00″ hail
May 26, 2011
4:10 PM EST-5
Hail report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Mostly pea size hail nearly covering the ground in Somerset. A few of the largest stones were the size of quarters.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Somerset, KY
1.75″ hail
Mar 23, 2011
5:17 PM EST-5
Hail report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The event occurred between 602 PM and 620 PM.
NWS Hail Report Location: .55 E West Somerset, KY
1.00″ hail
Mar 23, 2011
5:11 PM EST-5
Hail report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The hail was the size of quarters.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Sugar Hill, 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 and near Somerset, KY

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47 mph
Jul 21, 2026
11:35 PM UTC
Wind report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: AWOS station KSME Somerset Apt.
NWS Wind Report Location: Somerset Pulaski County, KY
UNK mph
Jul 21, 2026
11:30 PM UTC
Wind report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Picture on social media shows multiple large tree branches down and blocking the 1200-1300 Block of Boat Dock Road in Somerset. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Sw Elihu, KY
62 mph
Mar 16, 2026
6:10 AM UTC
Wind report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Lake Cumberland Regiona, KY
UNK mph
Jun 17, 2025
7:05 PM UTC
Wind report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Delayed report of a downed tree at mile marker 34 on KY-80. Time provided by 911 Call Center and corroborated with radar imagery.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 SSW Bloss, KY
UNK mph
May 2, 2025
9:29 PM UTC
Wind report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree partially blocking highway near the intersection of Mark Welborn Road and Barnesburg Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WNW Shopville, KY
UNK mph
May 2, 2025
9:02 PM UTC
Wind report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Pulaski County 911 call center reported tree blown down at the intersection of Greenwood Lane and KY-1248... blocking half of roadway.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ENE Pulaski County Pa, KY
UNK mph
Jul 31, 2024
10:30 PM UTC
Wind report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was reported to have been blown down onto Southridge Drive. The event time is radar estimated.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Somerset Pulaski, KY
UNK mph
Jul 30, 2024
7:30 PM UTC
Wind report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: *** 1 INJ *** County EM reports 1 person injured by a falling tree.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NE Pulaski County Par, KY
59 mph
May 26, 2024
6:01 PM UTC
Wind report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous non-tstm wnd gst report from Somerset Pulaski County. Mesonet station SOMK2 Somerset RAWS.
NWS Wind Report Location: Somerset Pulaski County, KY
UNK mph
May 26, 2024
5:20 PM UTC
Wind report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large limbs were reported to have been blown down via mPING. The event time is radar estimated.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Somerset, KY
UNK mph
May 26, 2024
5:17 PM UTC
Wind report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous reports and photos via social media of trees down and property damage in and around Somerset. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Somerset, KY
UNK mph
Jul 3, 2023
2:52 AM UTC
Wind report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was blown down on Sandy Gap near the intersection with KY 80. The event time is radar estimated.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WSW Billows, KY
UNK mph
Jun 11, 2023
9:19 PM UTC
Wind report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was reported to be leaning on power lines at 234 Lanetown Road (W. Frye Road) in the community of Nancy.
NWS Wind Report Location: Nancy, KY
UNK mph
Jun 11, 2023
9:05 PM UTC
Wind report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was reported to have been blown down onto a residence.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNE Somerset, KY
UNK mph
Jun 11, 2023
9:04 PM UTC
Wind report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A power line was reported down across Elliott Drive in Somerset... near Loveless Lane.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Somerset, 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 and near Somerset, KY

6 reports
UNK category
May 17, 2025
2:57 AM UTC
Tornado report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Trained Spotter reported tornado in Somerset.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Somerset, KY
EF0 category
Jul 1, 2015
3:00 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A weather service storm survey confirmed that an EF-0 tornado briefly touched down near Nancy, KY. The estimated maximum winds in the tornado were 75 mph. The path width of the tornado was approximately 100 yards, with a path length of 0.3 miles. The tornado was on the ground for less than a minute. Minor tree damage and structural damage were observed at the intersection of Hwy 1664 and Pierce Road. An old barn collapsed due to the storm and some shingles were blown off a home. A few tombstones in a nearby cemetery were overturned by the tornadoes winds. This tornado developed from a shower. No thunder or lightning was ever observed in the area.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.3 WSW Burnetta, KY
F1 category
May 27, 2004
1:00 AM EST
Tornado report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A storm survey conducted by the National Weather Service in Jackson, KY confirmed that an F1 tornado touched down near White Oak Gap around 2 am. Maximum wind was determined to be near 100 mph. Five mobile homes were completely destroyed and many were significantly damaged. Four people suffered significant injuries as mobile homes were tossed, and rolled into each other.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 8 N Somerset, KY
F1 category
Jul 4, 2001
1:11 PM EST
Tornado report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: On the afternoon of July 4th, severe thunderstorms developed over portions of south central and southeastern Kentucky. One of the storms spawned a multi-segmented tornado which first touched down northwest of downtown Somerset. The damage began along Old Salts Road where a mobile home was destroyed. Three barns were severely damaged and one barn was destroyed. Many trees were snapped off at the base. The tornado lifted and touched down again in the Norwood Subdivision. Roof damage to framed homes and snapped trees resulted. The tornado skipped along its east southeast path and produced damage again at Highway 27 where two businesses were damaged. Several homes in the Camelot Subdivision received roof damage. The tornado also hit northern Pulaski Middle school where a portion of the school roof blew off then water pipes broke and produced flooding in the building. The last mention of damage occurred near Mount Victory where tree damage was experienced and an outbuilding was blown 18 inches off of its foundation. This tornado skipped continued to skip along a path east southeast into Laurel County.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 NW Somerset, KY
F0 category
Jul 13, 1987
1:45 PM EST
Tornado report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, KY
F2 category
May 30, 1967
5:10 AM CST
Tornado report for Somerset, KY
Pulaski County · 21,510 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 · City

Somerset, KY area census snapshot

People & households
Population12,108
Households4,708
Housing units5,255
Income
Median household income$32,910
$100k+ households22.1%
$150k+ households3.8%
Housing stock
Single-family detached3,504
Attached single-family171
Small multifamily1,314
Large multifamily158
Mobile homes108
Housing mix
Single-family share66.7%
Attached-home share3.3%
Multifamily share28.0%
Mobile-home share2.1%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied2,019
Renter-occupied2,689
Vacant units547
Home value & age
Median home value$140,900
Owner homes $300k+9.3%
Owner homes $500k+4.9%
Owner homes $750k+3.8%
Median year built1975
Older-home share59.7%
Vehicle context
Households with cars4,400
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 81 hail, 236 wind, and 6 tornado reports in and near Somerset, KY, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on July 21, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Somerset?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Somerset, KY is 4.50″. It was reported near Countywide, KY on May 1, 2002.

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

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

I am selling a home in Somerset — 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 Somerset address?

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