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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Grand Ledge, MI

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Grand Ledge, MI from April 30, 1962 through June 9, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
8
Wind Reports
14
Tornado Reports
3
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Grand Ledge, MI · 1962–present Updated  Daily · last Jun 9, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Grand Ledge, MI

8 reports
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1.00″ hail
Apr 5, 2023
12:20 AM UTC
Hail report for Grand Ledge, MI
Eaton County · 33,072 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Grand Ledge, MI
1.75″ hail
Apr 8, 2020
12:20 AM UTC
Hail report for Grand Ledge, MI
Eaton County · 33,072 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Grand Ledge, MI
1.00″ hail
Apr 8, 2020
12:00 AM UTC
Hail report for Grand Ledge, MI
Eaton County · 33,072 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 SSW Grand Ledge, MI
0.75″ hail
Apr 11, 2008
4:24 PM EST-5
Hail report for Grand Ledge, MI
Eaton County · 33,072 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.01 W Grand Ledge, MI
0.75″ hail
Jun 9, 2005
7:05 PM EST
Hail report for Grand Ledge, MI
Eaton County · 33,072 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Three quarters inch diameter hail was reported by a spotter seven miles west of Lansing.
NWS Hail Report Location: Grand Ledge, MI
0.75″ hail
May 18, 2000
12:00 PM EST
Hail report for Grand Ledge, MI
Eaton County · 33,072 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Grand Ledge, MI
0.75″ hail
Jul 2, 1997
2:45 PM EST
Hail report for Grand Ledge, MI
Eaton County · 33,072 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Grand Ledge, MI
0.75″ hail
May 5, 1997
5:05 PM EST
Hail report for Grand Ledge, MI
Eaton County · 33,072 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 E Grand Ledge, MI
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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 Grand Ledge, MI

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UNK mph
Mar 30, 2025
10:22 PM UTC
Wind report for Grand Ledge, MI
Eaton County · 33,072 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Delayed Report. Time estimated via radar. Several downed trees and large limbs in Grand Ledge area.
NWS Wind Report Location: Grand Ledge, MI
UNK mph
Aug 26, 2023
1:10 AM UTC
Wind report for Grand Ledge, MI
Eaton County · 33,072 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Two to four inch limbs down.
NWS Wind Report Location: Grand Ledge, MI
UNK mph
Aug 26, 2023
1:10 AM UTC
Wind report for Grand Ledge, MI
Eaton County · 33,072 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: City of Grand Ledge reports numerous wires and trees down across the city. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Grand Ledge, MI
UNK mph
Aug 26, 2023
1:10 AM UTC
Wind report for Grand Ledge, MI
Eaton County · 33,072 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree down across Nixon Rd. Numerous wires and large branches down. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SE Grand Ledge, MI
75 mph
Jun 7, 2008
9:41 PM EST-5
Wind report for Grand Ledge, MI
Eaton County · 33,072 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A metal roof of a barn was peeled off and several trees were uprooted by estimated winds of 75 mph just north of Mt. Hope highway.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.52 E Oneida Center, MI
61 mph
Jul 24, 2005
7:15 AM EST
Wind report for Grand Ledge, MI
Eaton County · 33,072 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Grand Ledge, MI
61 mph
Jul 13, 2004
9:05 PM EST
Wind report for Grand Ledge, MI
Eaton County · 33,072 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees and power lines were blown down across the county.
NWS Wind Report Location: Grand Ledge, MI
61 mph
Sep 19, 2002
2:30 PM EST
Wind report for Grand Ledge, MI
Eaton County · 33,072 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Law enforcement reported that several trees were blown down by thunderstorm wind gusts in Grand Ledge. One inch hail was reported by a spotter in Potterville.
NWS Wind Report Location: Grand Ledge, MI
69 mph
Sep 7, 2001
5:05 PM EST
Wind report for Grand Ledge, MI
Eaton County · 33,072 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Grand Ledge, MI
61 mph
Jul 29, 2001
6:10 PM EST
Wind report for Grand Ledge, MI
Eaton County · 33,072 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Grand Ledge, MI
UNK mph
May 29, 1998
1:27 AM EST
Wind report for Grand Ledge, MI
Eaton County · 33,072 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: One large tree downed, pulling down power lines, in Grand Ledge.
NWS Wind Report Location: Grand Ledge, MI
UNK mph
Apr 16, 1998
2:20 PM EST
Wind report for Grand Ledge, MI
Eaton County · 33,072 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A trained weather spotter reported small trees were downed by thunderstorm wind gusts. Nearby in Charlotte, amateur radio operators reported 40 to 50 mph wind gusts with this thunderstorm.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 E Grand Ledge, MI
UNK mph
Aug 14, 1996
6:00 PM EST
Wind report for Grand Ledge, MI
Eaton County · 33,072 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Grand Ledge, MI
60 mph
Jan 18, 1996
5:55 PM EST
Wind report for Grand Ledge, MI
Eaton County · 33,072 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Grand Ledge, MI
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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 Grand Ledge, MI

3 reports
UNK category
Jun 9, 2026
2:30 PM UTC
Tornado report for Grand Ledge, MI
Eaton County · 33,072 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This EF-0 tornado had maximum estimated winds of 75 mph and a path length of around 3.2 miles. One outbuilding was destroyed. Otherwise mostly tree damage or minor property damage due to fallen trees occurred along the path.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 SW Grand Ledge, MI
EF1 category
Jun 8, 2008
2:45 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Grand Ledge, MI
Eaton County · 33,072 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A storm survey team determined that an EF1 tornado developed over Cochran road about four miles southwest of Grand Ledge. Though briefly weakening to EF0 status shortly after descent... the tornado regained it's EF1 status before finally lifting immediately east of the Eckert Plant in Lansing.||Some large tree limbs were blown down and a few spruce trees were uprooted by winds estimated to be up to 63 mph along Mulliken road and Needmore highway. More significant damage was noted on Cochran road north of Needmore highway. Numerous trees and limbs were blown down... a porch awning was blown off and a garage was completely destroyed. An EF1 tornado rating was assigned for the damage on Cochran road. ||The tornado continued on Strange highway briefly weakening to EF0. Multiple large trees were uprooted along Strange highway approaching M-100 (Hartel road). Moderate to significant roof damage was observed on four different homes heading north on M-100 where the tornado regained it's EF1 status. ||Dozens of large spruces and maples were uprooted on Mt. Hope highway |and four barns were destroyed. Significant roof damage to homes reappeared as well. A woman was killed when a large trailer was flipped on top of her in Delta township on Mt. Hope highway between Nixon and Guinea roads. ||The tornado continued toward a subdivision on the west side of Lansing. |Numerous large trees were uprooted on North Cambridge road and a few landed on homes. The country club of Lansing was also affected by downed trees and limbs as the tornado moved into far western Ingham county.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.06 NE Needmore, MI
F2 category
Apr 30, 1962
4:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Grand Ledge, MI
Eaton County · 33,072 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MI
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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

Grand Ledge, MI area census snapshot

People & households
Population7,797
Households3,604
Housing units3,797
Income
Median household income$66,515
$100k+ households40.2%
$150k+ households18.2%
Housing stock
Single-family detached2,065
Attached single-family68
Small multifamily470
Large multifamily825
Mobile homes369
Housing mix
Single-family share54.4%
Attached-home share1.8%
Multifamily share34.1%
Mobile-home share9.7%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied2,439
Renter-occupied1,165
Vacant units193
Home value & age
Median home value$189,300
Owner homes $300k+17.8%
Owner homes $500k+1.9%
Owner homes $750k+0.6%
Median year built1973
Older-home share65.2%
Vehicle context
Households with cars3,368
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 8 hail, 14 wind, and 3 tornado reports in and near Grand Ledge, MI, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on June 9, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Grand Ledge?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Grand Ledge, MI is 1.75″. It was reported near Grand Ledge, MI on April 8, 2020.

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

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

I am selling a home in Grand Ledge — 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 Grand Ledge address?

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