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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Sterling Heights, MI

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Sterling Heights, MI from June 16, 1960 through June 24, 2025, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 48310 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
13
Wind Reports
35
Tornado Reports
0
Max Hail Size
2.25″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Sterling Heights, MI · 1960–present Updated  Daily · last Jun 24, 2025

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Sterling Heights, MI

13 reports
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1.25″ hail
Apr 6, 2010
11:35 AM EST-5
Hail report for Sterling Heights, MI
Macomb County · 255,601 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 N Sterling Hgts, MI
2.25″ hail
Apr 6, 2010
11:34 AM EST-5
Hail report for Sterling Heights, MI
Macomb County · 255,601 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.47 NNW Sterling Hgts, MI
1.00″ hail
Apr 6, 2010
11:33 AM EST-5
Hail report for Sterling Heights, MI
Macomb County · 255,601 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 N Sterling Hgts, MI
0.88″ hail
Jun 25, 2009
3:09 PM EST-5
Hail report for Sterling Heights, MI
Macomb County · 255,601 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Sterling Hgts, MI
0.75″ hail
May 15, 2007
3:20 PM EST-5
Hail report for Sterling Heights, MI
Macomb County · 255,601 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Sterling Hgts, MI
0.75″ hail
Jun 17, 2002
6:47 PM EST
Hail report for Sterling Heights, MI
Macomb County · 255,601 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: S Sterling Hgts, MI
1.00″ hail
Jun 2, 2001
1:40 PM EST
Hail report for Sterling Heights, MI
Macomb County · 255,601 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Sterling Hgts, MI
0.75″ hail
Jun 29, 2000
2:05 PM EST
Hail report for Sterling Heights, MI
Macomb County · 255,601 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Sterling Hgts, MI
0.75″ hail
Jun 14, 2000
2:10 PM EST
Hail report for Sterling Heights, MI
Macomb County · 255,601 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Sterling Hgts, MI
0.75″ hail
Jul 21, 1998
5:13 PM EST
Hail report for Sterling Heights, MI
Macomb County · 255,601 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Sterling Hgts, MI
0.75″ hail
Jul 7, 1996
4:00 PM EST
Hail report for Sterling Heights, MI
Macomb County · 255,601 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Sterling Heights, MI
0.75″ hail
Sep 2, 1984
5:00 PM CST
Hail report for Sterling Heights, MI
Macomb County · 255,601 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, MI
0.75″ hail
Jun 4, 1975
10:50 PM CST
Hail report for Sterling Heights, MI
Macomb County · 255,601 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 Sterling Heights, MI

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UNK mph
Jun 24, 2025
7:34 PM UTC
Wind report for Sterling Heights, MI
Macomb County · 255,601 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree reported down at Mark Sawyers Family Park in Sterling Heights.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 W Cady, MI
UNK mph
Jul 26, 2023
7:56 PM UTC
Wind report for Sterling Heights, MI
Macomb County · 255,601 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree down
NWS Wind Report Location: Sterling Heights, MI
UNK mph
Aug 3, 2022
10:18 PM UTC
Wind report for Sterling Heights, MI
Macomb County · 255,601 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: REPORT OF A DOWNED TREE ROUGHLY 18 INCHES IN DIAMETER. PHOTO SENT VIA SOCIAL MEDIA
NWS Wind Report Location: Sterling Heights, MI
UNK mph
Jul 2, 2019
10:25 PM UTC
Wind report for Sterling Heights, MI
Macomb County · 255,601 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: DOWNED TREES. TIME ESTIMATED VIA RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Sterling Heights, MI
UNK mph
Mar 15, 2019
1:22 AM UTC
Wind report for Sterling Heights, MI
Macomb County · 255,601 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MACOMB COUNTY DISPATCH REPORTS WIRES DOWN THROUGHOUT THE CITY OF STERLING HEIGHTS. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Sterling Heights, MI
UNK mph
May 4, 2018
6:18 PM UTC
Wind report for Sterling Heights, MI
Macomb County · 255,601 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 10 INCH DIAMETER TREE DOWN
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 E Troy, MI
UNK mph
May 4, 2018
5:18 PM UTC
Wind report for Sterling Heights, MI
Macomb County · 255,601 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 10 INCH DIAMETER TREE DOWN
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 E Troy, MI
UNK mph
May 28, 2016
8:30 PM UTC
Wind report for Sterling Heights, MI
Macomb County · 255,601 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES SNAPPED OR UPROOTED - NO DIAMETER ON TREES. FENCES BLOWN DOWN. LARGE HEALTHY TREE LIMBS DOWN GREATER THAN 8 INCH DIAMETER. 18 MILE/ EAST OF RYAN RD.
NWS Wind Report Location: Sterling Heights, MI
UNK mph
May 28, 2016
8:10 PM UTC
Wind report for Sterling Heights, MI
Macomb County · 255,601 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES SNAPPED OR UPROOTED - NO DIAMETER ON TREES. FENCES BLOWN DOWN. LARGE HEALTHY TREE LIMBS DOWN GREATER THAN 8 INCH DIAMETER. 18 MILE/ EAST OF RYAN RD.
NWS Wind Report Location: Sterling Heights, MI
64 mph
Jul 1, 2014
2:42 AM EST-5
Wind report for Sterling Heights, MI
Macomb County · 255,601 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Three large trees blown down, one landing on a vehicle.
NWS Wind Report Location: .69 N Sterling Hgts, MI
58 mph
Jun 18, 2014
3:37 PM EST-5
Wind report for Sterling Heights, MI
Macomb County · 255,601 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Power lines reported down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.72 SW Sterling Hgts, MI
58 mph
Jul 19, 2013
5:25 PM EST-5
Wind report for Sterling Heights, MI
Macomb County · 255,601 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous large tree branches reported down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3.35 WSW Sterling Hgts, MI
59 mph
May 30, 2013
1:53 PM EST-5
Wind report for Sterling Heights, MI
Macomb County · 255,601 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Small branches were reported down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.47 NNW Cady, MI
60 mph
Aug 15, 2010
2:18 PM EST-5
Wind report for Sterling Heights, MI
Macomb County · 255,601 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A couple large tree limbs were reported blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.02 W Cady, MI
75 mph
Jun 25, 2009
2:09 PM EST-5
Wind report for Sterling Heights, MI
Macomb County · 255,601 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Extensive thunderstorm wind damage across Sterling Heights, with over 50 trees reported down. A few of those trees fell onto houses and cars, with hundreds of downed wires.
NWS Wind Report Location: .69 N Sterling Hgts, 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 Sterling Heights, 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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U.S. Census Data · City

Sterling Heights, MI area census snapshot

People & households
Population133,473
Households51,407
Housing units53,255
Income
Median household income$78,429
$100k+ households44.7%
$150k+ households18.6%
Housing stock
Single-family detached35,945
Attached single-family4,653
Small multifamily6,441
Large multifamily4,697
Mobile homes1,519
Housing mix
Single-family share67.5%
Attached-home share8.7%
Multifamily share20.9%
Mobile-home share2.9%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied39,252
Renter-occupied12,155
Vacant units1,848
Home value & age
Median home value$260,700
Owner homes $300k+29.8%
Owner homes $500k+3.3%
Owner homes $750k+0.7%
Median year built1977
Older-home share57.9%
Vehicle context
Households with cars48,144
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 13 hail, 35 wind, and 0 tornado reports in and near Sterling Heights, MI, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on June 24, 2025.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Sterling Heights?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Sterling Heights, MI is 2.25″. It was reported near Sterling Hgts, MI on April 6, 2010.

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

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

I am selling a home in Sterling Heights — 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 Sterling Heights address?

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