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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Union City, MI

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Union City, MI from June 15, 1974 through March 6, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
6
Wind Reports
30
Tornado Reports
2
Max Hail Size
4.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Union City, MI · 1974–present Updated  Daily · last Mar 6, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Union City, MI

6 reports
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4.00″ hail
May 7, 2024
10:11 PM UTC
Hail report for Union City, MI
Branch County · 15,549 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Picture shared on twitter of hail stone measuring upwards of 4 inches.
NWS Hail Report Location: Union City, MI
0.75″ hail
May 3, 2012
8:00 PM EST-5
Hail report for Union City, MI
Branch County · 15,549 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.47 NW Hodunk, MI
1.00″ hail
Apr 5, 2010
11:19 PM EST-5
Hail report for Union City, MI
Branch County · 15,549 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .51 W Union City, MI
1.75″ hail
Apr 30, 2003
9:50 PM EST
Hail report for Union City, MI
Branch County · 15,549 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Union City, MI
1.75″ hail
Jul 22, 1988
2:35 PM CST
Hail report for Union City, MI
Branch County · 15,549 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, MI
0.75″ hail
Jun 15, 1974
8:00 AM CST
Hail report for Union City, MI
Branch County · 15,549 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 Union City, MI

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UNK mph
Jun 18, 2025
9:45 PM UTC
Wind report for Union City, MI
Branch County · 15,549 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree uprooted (estimated 2 to 3 feet in diameter). Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Union City, MI
UNK mph
Jul 26, 2023
11:39 PM UTC
Wind report for Union City, MI
Branch County · 15,549 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Twitter report of trees and powerlines down in Union City. M60 is shut down by Michigan State Police as it is almost impassable in spots.
NWS Wind Report Location: Union City, MI
60 mph
Jul 26, 2023
5:45 PM UTC
Wind report for Union City, MI
Branch County · 15,549 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Delayed report. Trained Spotter estimates wind gusts 60 MPH at Olds Rd and Union City Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNW Hodunk, MI
60 mph
Apr 1, 2023
3:44 AM UTC
Wind report for Union City, MI
Branch County · 15,549 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TRAINED SPOTTER ESTIMATES WIND GUSTS OF 60 MPH AT OLDS RD AND UNION CITY RD.
NWS Wind Report Location: Union City, MI
69 mph
Apr 9, 2015
6:06 PM EST-5
Wind report for Union City, MI
Branch County · 15,549 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency management officials reported a two and one half foot diameter tree uprooted.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.47 SSW Union City, MI
69 mph
Nov 17, 2013
4:10 PM EST-5
Wind report for Union City, MI
Branch County · 15,549 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The public reported several trees down near Union Lake.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.24 SW Union City, MI
63 mph
Aug 13, 2011
4:25 PM EST-5
Wind report for Union City, MI
Branch County · 15,549 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency management officials reported a large tree down near the intersection of S and Union Roads.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.14 SSW Union City, MI
63 mph
Aug 13, 2011
4:23 PM EST-5
Wind report for Union City, MI
Branch County · 15,549 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency management officials reported tree limbs down onto power lines near Union City. A transformer was on fire on one of the power poles that was affected.
NWS Wind Report Location: .51 W Union City, MI
69 mph
Jul 11, 2011
10:15 AM EST-5
Wind report for Union City, MI
Branch County · 15,549 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency management officials reported damage to a barn and a billboard being blwon down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.54 W Union City, MI
58 mph
Jun 21, 2011
7:47 PM EST-5
Wind report for Union City, MI
Branch County · 15,549 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was blown down across Adolph Road near Clay Road, just south of Union City.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.35 S Union City, MI
58 mph
Jun 21, 2011
7:32 PM EST-5
Wind report for Union City, MI
Branch County · 15,549 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency management officials reported power lines down in Union City.
NWS Wind Report Location: .51 W Union City, MI
63 mph
May 22, 2011
7:16 PM EST-5
Wind report for Union City, MI
Branch County · 15,549 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency management officials reported trees down five miles southeast of Union City.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 SE Union City, MI
63 mph
May 22, 2011
7:15 PM EST-5
Wind report for Union City, MI
Branch County · 15,549 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency management officials reported trees down 1 mile southeast of Union City.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SE Union City, MI
63 mph
Jun 18, 2010
6:58 PM EST-5
Wind report for Union City, MI
Branch County · 15,549 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees and power lines down.
NWS Wind Report Location: .51 W Union City, MI
63 mph
May 31, 2010
9:53 AM EST-5
Wind report for Union City, MI
Branch County · 15,549 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency management officials reported a 12 inch diameter willow tree was blown down onto Girard Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: .86 NE Hodunk, 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 Union City, MI

2 reports
UNK category
Mar 6, 2026
9:38 PM UTC
Tornado report for Union City, MI
Branch County · 15,549 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Storm chaser video confirmed tornado near Union City. Location estimated based on radar.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 W Union City, MI
UNK category
May 7, 2024
10:07 PM UTC
Tornado report for Union City, MI
Branch County · 15,549 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A brief EF-1 tornado developed southwest of Union City... MI as larger tornado dissipated to the northwest (rating on the larger tornado TBD). This tornado moved along W Girard Road between Babcock Rd and Arbogast Rd... destroying a machine shed and ripping out some of the anchor posts.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 SW Union City, 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

Union City, MI area census snapshot

People & households
Population1,814
Households658
Housing units810
Income
Median household income$57,016
$100k+ households36.3%
$150k+ households6.7%
Housing stock
Single-family detached545
Attached single-family1
Small multifamily123
Large multifamily111
Mobile homes30
Housing mix
Single-family share67.3%
Attached-home share0.1%
Multifamily share28.9%
Mobile-home share3.7%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied420
Renter-occupied238
Vacant units152
Home value & age
Median home value$107,000
Owner homes $300k+2.4%
Owner homes $500k+--
Owner homes $750k+--
Median year built1948
Older-home share87.9%
Vehicle context
Households with cars620
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 6 hail, 30 wind, and 2 tornado reports in and near Union City, MI, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on March 6, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Union City?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Union City, MI is 4.00″. It was reported near Union City, MI on May 7, 2024.

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

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

I am selling a home in Union City — 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 Union City address?

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