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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near North Branch, MN

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near North Branch, MN from September 10, 1975 through June 30, 2025, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
14
Wind Reports
29
Tornado Reports
1
Max Hail Size
2.50″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  North Branch, MN · 1975–present Updated  Daily · last Jun 30, 2025

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near North Branch, MN

14 reports
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2.50″ hail
Jun 29, 2015
4:20 PM CST-6
Hail report for North Branch, MN
Chisago County · 18,491 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Several reports of large hail occurred around the city of North Branch. The largest hail stone was tennis ball size.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.25 N North Branch, MN
0.75″ hail
Jun 17, 2013
11:35 AM CST-6
Hail report for North Branch, MN
Chisago County · 18,491 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.61 WNW Almelund, MN
1.00″ hail
May 31, 2013
2:53 PM CST-6
Hail report for North Branch, MN
Chisago County · 18,491 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 S North Branch, MN
0.88″ hail
May 31, 2013
2:17 PM CST-6
Hail report for North Branch, MN
Chisago County · 18,491 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 S North Branch, MN
0.88″ hail
Jul 1, 2011
5:08 PM CST-6
Hail report for North Branch, MN
Chisago County · 18,491 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 S North Branch, MN
0.75″ hail
May 10, 2011
10:14 PM CST-6
Hail report for North Branch, MN
Chisago County · 18,491 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 S North Branch, MN
1.50″ hail
May 10, 2011
9:50 PM CST-6
Hail report for North Branch, MN
Chisago County · 18,491 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.38 S Branch, MN
0.75″ hail
Aug 13, 2007
7:57 PM CST-6
Hail report for North Branch, MN
Chisago County · 18,491 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: S North Branch, MN
0.88″ hail
Jun 20, 2007
5:34 PM CST-6
Hail report for North Branch, MN
Chisago County · 18,491 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 N North Branch, MN
0.88″ hail
Aug 23, 2006
2:00 AM CST
Hail report for North Branch, MN
Chisago County · 18,491 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: North Branch, MN
0.75″ hail
Jun 25, 2002
6:45 PM CST
Hail report for North Branch, MN
Chisago County · 18,491 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: North Branch, MN
1.20″ hail
Jun 11, 2001
4:30 PM CST
Hail report for North Branch, MN
Chisago County · 18,491 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 N Almelund, MN
1.00″ hail
May 4, 1982
4:25 PM CST
Hail report for North Branch, MN
Chisago County · 18,491 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, MN
1.00″ hail
Sep 10, 1975
9:00 PM CST
Hail report for North Branch, MN
Chisago County · 18,491 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, MN
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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 North Branch, MN

29 reports
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UNK mph
Jun 30, 2025
4:34 AM UTC
Wind report for North Branch, MN
Chisago County · 18,491 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 1 NW North Branch. Large tree snapped near base in North Branch. Photo sent via Facebook. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NW North Branch, MN
UNK mph
Jun 29, 2025
4:25 AM UTC
Wind report for North Branch, MN
Chisago County · 18,491 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 3 inch diameter tree branches down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W North Branch, MN
UNK mph
Jun 28, 2025
4:34 PM UTC
Wind report for North Branch, MN
Chisago County · 18,491 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree snapped near base in North Branch. Photo sent via Facebook. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NW North Branch, MN
UNK mph
Aug 27, 2024
12:45 AM UTC
Wind report for North Branch, MN
Chisago County · 18,491 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down & widespread power outages in town. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: North Branch, MN
UNK mph
Jul 27, 2023
8:51 PM UTC
Wind report for North Branch, MN
Chisago County · 18,491 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trained spotter reported numerous 8 to 10-inch diameter trees down across roadways and powerlines down. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 9 ENE North Branch, MN
UNK mph
Jul 27, 2023
8:10 PM UTC
Wind report for North Branch, MN
Chisago County · 18,491 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 9 ENE North Branch. Trained spotter reported numerous 8 to 10-inch diameter trees down across roadways and powerlines down. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 9 ENE North Branch, MN
UNK mph
Jun 23, 2023
9:54 PM UTC
Wind report for North Branch, MN
Chisago County · 18,491 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 9.5 inch diameter tree snapped. Photos and time relayed via Hennepin County EM meteorologist.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E North Branch, MN
UNK mph
Jun 23, 2023
8:54 PM UTC
Wind report for North Branch, MN
Chisago County · 18,491 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 1 E North Branch. Corrected for time. 9.5 inch diameter tree snapped. Photos and time relayed via Hennepin County EM meteorologist.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E North Branch, MN
UNK mph
Jun 23, 2023
8:30 PM UTC
Wind report for North Branch, MN
Chisago County · 18,491 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Photos of multiple trees down relayed via social media. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: North Branch, MN
UNK mph
Jul 27, 2016
7:05 PM UTC
Wind report for North Branch, MN
Chisago County · 18,491 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES DOWN. TIME ESTIMATED.
NWS Wind Report Location: North Branch, MN
64 mph
Jul 12, 2015
8:55 PM CST-6
Wind report for North Branch, MN
Chisago County · 18,491 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A few trees were blown down in Amador Township, near Almelund.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Almelund, MN
60 mph
Jul 12, 2015
8:50 PM CST-6
Wind report for North Branch, MN
Chisago County · 18,491 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A few trees were blown down near North Branch.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.19 SE North Branch, MN
64 mph
Aug 2, 2011
7:55 AM CST-6
Wind report for North Branch, MN
Chisago County · 18,491 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees were blown down near North Branch.
NWS Wind Report Location: .69 S North Branch, MN
60 mph
Aug 20, 2010
2:18 AM CST-6
Wind report for North Branch, MN
Chisago County · 18,491 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A large tree was blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: .69 S North Branch, MN
60 mph
Jul 27, 2010
5:53 PM CST-6
Wind report for North Branch, MN
Chisago County · 18,491 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees were uprooted between Oxford Township in far southeast Isanti County, northeast to North Branch in Chisago County.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.47 S Stark, MN
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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 North Branch, MN

1 reports
EF0 category
Aug 19, 2009
3:00 PM CST-6
Tornado report for North Branch, MN
Chisago County · 18,491 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A National Weather Service Storm Survey determined that an EF-0 tornado tracked from near the North Branch Middle School, northwest to near Rivercrest and Riverview Courts in North Branch, Minnesota. Roof damage was indicated at the middle school, with a telephone pole snapped, and major trees blown down in the residential area. Based on roof damage and trees blown down, winds were estimated at 70 to 80 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.31 SE North Branch, MN
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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

North Branch, MN area census snapshot

People & households
Population11,182
Households4,357
Housing units4,447
Income
Median household income$90,383
$100k+ households53.2%
$150k+ households21.6%
Housing stock
Single-family detached3,428
Attached single-family410
Small multifamily133
Large multifamily390
Mobile homes86
Housing mix
Single-family share77.1%
Attached-home share9.2%
Multifamily share11.8%
Mobile-home share1.9%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied3,539
Renter-occupied818
Vacant units90
Home value & age
Median home value$290,600
Owner homes $300k+44.5%
Owner homes $500k+6.1%
Owner homes $750k+0.9%
Median year built1995
Older-home share25.0%
Vehicle context
Households with cars4,158
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 14 hail, 29 wind, and 1 tornado reports in and near North Branch, MN, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on June 30, 2025.

What is the largest hail ever reported in North Branch?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near North Branch, MN is 2.50″. It was reported near North Branch, MN on June 29, 2015.

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

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

I am selling a home in North Branch — 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 North Branch address?

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