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

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Stanford, KY from May 6, 1971 through July 28, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 40484 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
6
Wind Reports
55
Tornado Reports
3
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Stanford, KY · 1971–present Updated  Daily · last Jul 28, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Stanford, KY

6 reports
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1.75″ hail
Jan 2, 2006
4:55 PM EST
Hail report for Stanford, KY
Lincoln County · 8,006 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Halls Gap, KY
1.00″ hail
Jan 2, 2006
4:45 PM EST
Hail report for Stanford, KY
Lincoln County · 8,006 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Stanford, KY
1.50″ hail
May 1, 2002
7:06 PM EST
Hail report for Stanford, KY
Lincoln County · 8,006 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Windows were knocked out of homes.
NWS Hail Report Location: Halls Gap, KY
0.75″ hail
Jun 4, 2001
3:32 PM EST
Hail report for Stanford, KY
Lincoln County · 8,006 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Stanford, KY
0.75″ hail
Jun 2, 1997
4:40 PM EST
Hail report for Stanford, KY
Lincoln County · 8,006 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Stanford, KY
1.75″ hail
May 5, 1996
2:42 PM EST
Hail report for Stanford, KY
Lincoln County · 8,006 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Halls Gap, 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 Stanford, KY

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UNK mph
Jul 28, 2026
2:38 AM UTC
Wind report for Stanford, KY
Lincoln County · 8,006 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects time for 1 WSW Stanford. A couple trees down around Stanford_ including along Hustonville Road on the west side of town.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Wsw Stanford, KY
UNK mph
Jul 27, 2026
2:38 PM UTC
Wind report for Stanford, KY
Lincoln County · 8,006 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A couple trees down around Stanford_ including along Hustonville Road on the west side of town. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Wsw Stanford, KY
UNK mph
Sep 22, 2025
8:46 PM UTC
Wind report for Stanford, KY
Lincoln County · 8,006 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Dispatch reported big tree down on Shake Rag Rd. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 S Rowland, KY
UNK mph
Jun 6, 2025
6:37 PM UTC
Wind report for Stanford, KY
Lincoln County · 8,006 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Report of Power lines down around the Danville Ave and Lee Dr.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NW Stanford, KY
UNK mph
May 21, 2025
12:41 AM UTC
Wind report for Stanford, KY
Lincoln County · 8,006 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down blocking 1 lane of Preachersville Road. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Preachersville, KY
UNK mph
May 17, 2025
3:42 AM UTC
Wind report for Stanford, KY
Lincoln County · 8,006 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on a house and went through roof on the 100 block of Spring Valley Drive.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNE Stanford, KY
UNK mph
May 2, 2025
9:11 PM UTC
Wind report for Stanford, KY
Lincoln County · 8,006 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Powerlines down near the 300 block of Anderson Heights.
NWS Wind Report Location: Stanford, KY
58 mph
Apr 7, 2025
7:15 AM UTC
Wind report for Stanford, KY
Lincoln County · 8,006 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Kentucky Mesonet.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SW Lancaster, KY
UNK mph
Apr 7, 2025
7:06 AM UTC
Wind report for Stanford, KY
Lincoln County · 8,006 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Major structural damage to a few barns... camper... and a home on US Highway 27.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SW Rowland, KY
UNK mph
Sep 24, 2024
8:00 PM UTC
Wind report for Stanford, KY
Lincoln County · 8,006 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A few large limbs and trees down in Stanford.
NWS Wind Report Location: Stanford, KY
UNK mph
Aug 17, 2024
9:45 PM UTC
Wind report for Stanford, KY
Lincoln County · 8,006 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on Fairground Rd. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 S Rowland, KY
UNK mph
Aug 17, 2024
9:42 PM UTC
Wind report for Stanford, KY
Lincoln County · 8,006 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on airport road near Lincoln Boyle County line. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ESE Junction City, KY
UNK mph
Jun 28, 2023
3:45 AM UTC
Wind report for Stanford, KY
Lincoln County · 8,006 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree limbs and other debris across US 27 near Dix River Golf Course.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NE Stanford, KY
UNK mph
May 16, 2023
6:59 PM UTC
Wind report for Stanford, KY
Lincoln County · 8,006 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN ON HORTON CUTOFF ROAD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SW Preachersville, KY
UNK mph
May 16, 2023
6:55 PM UTC
Wind report for Stanford, KY
Lincoln County · 8,006 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE AND POWER LINE DOWN ON DANVILLE AVENUE BETWEEN PORTMAN AVENUE AND MAXWELL STREET.
NWS Wind Report Location: Stanford, 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 Stanford, KY

3 reports
UNK category
Apr 9, 2025
7:07 AM UTC
Tornado report for Stanford, KY
Lincoln County · 8,006 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A storm damage team surveyed EF1 tornado damage with a max wind speed around 95 mph and a max width of 90 yards in Lincoln and Garrard Counties.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 WSW Rowland, KY
EF1 category
Feb 28, 2011
6:49 AM EST-5
Tornado report for Stanford, KY
Lincoln County · 8,006 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An NWS storm survey confirmed an EF-1 tornado with maximum wind speeds of 100 mph touched down about a mile southwest of Stanford. It traveled southeast damaging the middle school complex on Highway 27 about a mile south of Stanford. The tornado continued to damage large barns and out buildings as well as snap trees until it lifted about 2.1 miles northwest of Crab Orchard.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .88 SW Stanford, KY
F0 category
Apr 2, 1989
7:10 PM EST
Tornado report for Stanford, KY
Lincoln County · 8,006 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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NWS Storm Reports & Census Data

U.S. Census Data · City

Stanford, KY area census snapshot

People & households
Population3,662
Households1,500
Housing units1,714
Income
Median household income$55,000
$100k+ households26.7%
$150k+ households8.1%
Housing stock
Single-family detached1,405
Attached single-family0
Small multifamily273
Large multifamily11
Mobile homes25
Housing mix
Single-family share82.0%
Attached-home share--
Multifamily share16.6%
Mobile-home share1.5%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied1,010
Renter-occupied490
Vacant units214
Home value & age
Median home value$154,000
Owner homes $300k+12.2%
Owner homes $500k+3.4%
Owner homes $750k+3.4%
Median year built1977
Older-home share57%
Vehicle context
Households with cars1,452
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 6 hail, 55 wind, and 3 tornado reports in and near Stanford, KY, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on July 28, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Stanford?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Stanford, KY is 1.75″. It was reported near Halls Gap, KY on January 2, 2006.

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

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

I am selling a home in Stanford — 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 Stanford address?

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