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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Muskegon, MI

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Muskegon, MI from May 13, 1956 through September 12, 2021, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 49442 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
18
Wind Reports
54
Tornado Reports
0
Max Hail Size
4.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Muskegon, MI · 1956–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 12, 2021

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Muskegon, MI

18 reports
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1.00″ hail
Sep 12, 2021
10:35 PM UTC
Hail report for Muskegon, MI
Muskegon County · 58,059 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PHOTO RELAYED FROM WZZM TV. LOCATION APPROXIMATE. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: Muskegon, MI
2.00″ hail
Jun 21, 2011
4:45 PM EST-5
Hail report for Muskegon, MI
Muskegon County · 58,059 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A trained spotter in Muskegon reported that hail up to two inches in diameter fell with an isolated severe storm that moved onshore near the Muskegon harbor before quickly diminishing as it tracked further northeast away from Muskegon.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.22 SW Muskegon, MI
1.00″ hail
Jul 2, 2008
3:21 PM EST-5
Hail report for Muskegon, MI
Muskegon County · 58,059 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A trained spotter one mile east of Muskegon Lake reported one inch diameter hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.01 E Muskegon Lake, MI
1.00″ hail
Jul 2, 2008
1:27 PM EST-5
Hail report for Muskegon, MI
Muskegon County · 58,059 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: An amateur radio operator reported one inch diameter hail just south of the Muskegon airport.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.01 E Muskegon Lake, MI
0.75″ hail
Jul 26, 2007
6:25 PM EST-5
Hail report for Muskegon, MI
Muskegon County · 58,059 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Three quarters inch diameter hail with enough hail to cover the surface of a car was reported at the Muskegon airport.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.01 E Muskegon Lake, MI
0.88″ hail
Oct 2, 2006
10:50 AM EST-5
Hail report for Muskegon, MI
Muskegon County · 58,059 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Seven eighths inch diameter hail was reported in Fruitland township.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.05 SW Muskegon, MI
0.75″ hail
Mar 30, 2005
8:05 PM EST
Hail report for Muskegon, MI
Muskegon County · 58,059 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Three quarters inch diameter hail was reported in Muskegon.
NWS Hail Report Location: Muskegon, MI
0.75″ hail
Jun 23, 2004
6:30 PM EST
Hail report for Muskegon, MI
Muskegon County · 58,059 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Three quarters inch diameter hail was reported seven miles northeast of Muskegon by broadcast media.
NWS Hail Report Location: Muskegon, MI
0.75″ hail
Jun 23, 2004
6:11 PM EST
Hail report for Muskegon, MI
Muskegon County · 58,059 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Law enforcement reported three quarters inch diameter hail ten miles north of Muskegon.
NWS Hail Report Location: Muskegon, MI
0.75″ hail
Aug 3, 2003
3:50 PM EST
Hail report for Muskegon, MI
Muskegon County · 58,059 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Three quarters inch hail was reported in Muskegon.
NWS Hail Report Location: Muskegon, MI
1.75″ hail
Aug 3, 2003
3:05 PM EST
Hail report for Muskegon, MI
Muskegon County · 58,059 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: One and three quarters inch diameter hail was reported in Muskegon township, and three quarters inch diameter hail was reported in Lakewood Club.
NWS Hail Report Location: Muskegon, MI
0.75″ hail
Sep 7, 2001
5:35 AM EST
Hail report for Muskegon, MI
Muskegon County · 58,059 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Muskegon, MI
0.75″ hail
Mar 27, 1991
4:46 PM CST
Hail report for Muskegon, MI
Muskegon County · 58,059 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, MI
1.75″ hail
Oct 3, 1979
5:50 PM CST
Hail report for Muskegon, MI
Muskegon County · 58,059 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, MI
0.75″ hail
May 14, 1972
10:47 AM CST
Hail report for Muskegon, MI
Muskegon County · 58,059 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, 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 Muskegon, MI

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UNK mph
Sep 7, 2021
6:20 PM UTC
Wind report for Muskegon, MI
Muskegon County · 58,059 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: DAMAGE TO CARDINAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. LARGE TREE UPROOTED AND LARGE BRANCHES ON GROUND FROM VARIOUS TREES. ROOF ABOVE THE CAFETERIA AND GYM DAMAGED... CAUSING FLOODING AND WATER DAMAGE. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 ENE Muskegon, MI
UNK mph
Sep 7, 2021
6:17 PM UTC
Wind report for Muskegon, MI
Muskegon County · 58,059 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: PHOTO OF VERY LARGE OAK TREE UPROOTED. RELAYED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA FROM WOOD TV. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Muskegon, MI
UNK mph
Sep 7, 2021
6:17 PM UTC
Wind report for Muskegon, MI
Muskegon County · 58,059 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: PHOTO OF UPROOTED TREE ON CAMPUS OF BAKER COLLEGE IN MUSKEGON...RELAYED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA FROM WOOD TV. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 ENE Muskegon, MI
UNK mph
Jul 29, 2020
1:57 AM UTC
Wind report for Muskegon, MI
Muskegon County · 58,059 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: DAMAGE TO HOMES FROM TREES DOWN NEAR THE INTERSECTION OF MERRILL AVE. AND FOURTH STREET. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR. REPORTS FROM WZZM13.
NWS Wind Report Location: Muskegon, MI
UNK mph
Aug 18, 2019
3:02 PM UTC
Wind report for Muskegon, MI
Muskegon County · 58,059 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: LARGE TREE UPROOTED... 3 FEET DIAMETER AND 80 FEET TALL... AT CARLETON ST AND APPLE AVE. OTHER SMALLER TREES DOWN IN THE VICINITY. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 E Muskegon, MI
UNK mph
Jul 20, 2019
5:12 AM UTC
Wind report for Muskegon, MI
Muskegon County · 58,059 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: NUMEROUS REPORTS OF TREES DOWN IN THE CITY OF MUSKEGON... INCLUDING ON CARS. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ENE Muskegon, MI
UNK mph
Aug 27, 2018
1:45 AM UTC
Wind report for Muskegon, MI
Muskegon County · 58,059 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A FEW TREES AND POWERLINES DOWN IN THE MUSKEGON AREA. SCATTERED POWER OUTAGES.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SSW Muskegon, MI
63 mph
Jun 16, 2016
2:51 AM UTC
Wind report for Muskegon, MI
Muskegon County · 58,059 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 S Muskegon, MI
64 mph
Apr 9, 2015
9:55 PM EST-5
Wind report for Muskegon, MI
Muskegon County · 58,059 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: An outbuilding was blown down near the LC Walker arena along with some downed power lines in Muskegon.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.01 W Muskegon, MI
62 mph
Nov 17, 2013
2:25 PM EST-5
Wind report for Muskegon, MI
Muskegon County · 58,059 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A severe thunderstorm produced a measured wind gust of 62 mph at the Muskegon GLERL site. There were several reports of downed trees and power lines across Muskegon county. In Canada Corners, seven light poles were blown down and several large trees were snapped or uprooted at Moss Ridge golf course.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3.02 W Muskegon Lake, MI
60 mph
Sep 3, 2011
7:25 AM EST-5
Wind report for Muskegon, MI
Muskegon County · 58,059 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Law enforcement from Muskegon reported receiving reports of numerous trees and power lines down across the county.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.22 SW Muskegon, MI
61 mph
Aug 9, 2009
5:30 PM EST-5
Wind report for Muskegon, MI
Muskegon County · 58,059 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A peak wind gust of 61 mph was recorded at the Muskegon airport. Wind gusts of at least 75 mph were estimated based on damage across far southern Muskegon county in the Fruitport area, where hundreds of trees and numerous power lines were blown down. The entire village was left without power.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.22 SW Muskegon, MI
60 mph
Jul 16, 2008
6:05 PM EST-5
Wind report for Muskegon, MI
Muskegon County · 58,059 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Law enforcement from Muskegon county reported that two trees were blown down in Muskegon Heights.
NWS Wind Report Location: .5 W Muskegon, MI
60 mph
Jul 2, 2008
1:25 PM EST-5
Wind report for Muskegon, MI
Muskegon County · 58,059 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A 52 knot measured wind gust was recorded in Muskegon.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.01 E Muskegon Lake, MI
58 mph
Jun 28, 2008
5:30 PM EST-5
Wind report for Muskegon, MI
Muskegon County · 58,059 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A six inch maple tree was blown down onto a home.
NWS Wind Report Location: .5 W Muskegon, 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 Muskegon, MI

0 reports

No tornado reports were found for this selection.

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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

Muskegon, MI area census snapshot

People & households
Population37,203
Households13,721
Housing units16,023
Income
Median household income$46,342
$100k+ households26.2%
$150k+ households6.8%
Housing stock
Single-family detached10,369
Attached single-family555
Small multifamily2,339
Large multifamily2,596
Mobile homes164
Housing mix
Single-family share64.7%
Attached-home share3.5%
Multifamily share30.8%
Mobile-home share1.0%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied7,436
Renter-occupied6,285
Vacant units2,302
Home value & age
Median home value$121,800
Owner homes $300k+8.4%
Owner homes $500k+3.9%
Owner homes $750k+1%
Median year built1949
Older-home share83.1%
Vehicle context
Households with cars11,690
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 18 hail, 54 wind, and 0 tornado reports in and near Muskegon, MI, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 12, 2021.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Muskegon?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Muskegon, MI is 4.00″. It was reported near Muskegon, MI on May 13, 1956.

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

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

I am selling a home in Muskegon — 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 Muskegon address?

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