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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Winthrop, MN

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Winthrop, MN from June 21, 1957 through August 1, 2024, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
26
Wind Reports
18
Tornado Reports
6
Max Hail Size
4.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Winthrop, MN · 1957–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 1, 2024

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Winthrop, MN

26 reports
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1.25″ hail
Aug 1, 2024
2:27 AM UTC
Hail report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report from mPING: Half Dollar (1.25 in.).
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 NW Winthrop, MN
1.00″ hail
Jul 31, 2024
11:10 PM UTC
Hail report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 WNW Winthrop, MN
1.00″ hail
Oct 24, 2023
5:45 PM UTC
Hail report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Reported via Facebook. Photo of hail next to quarter. Time estimated.
NWS Hail Report Location: Winthrop, MN
1.50″ hail
May 30, 2022
11:30 PM UTC
Hail report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PICTURE VIA FACEBOOK... TIME ESTIMATED VIA RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: Winthrop, MN
1.75″ hail
Jul 11, 2020
7:38 PM UTC
Hail report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NE Lafayette, MN
1.00″ hail
Jul 11, 2020
7:32 PM UTC
Hail report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: 2 MILES EAST OF THE INTERSECTION OF HWY 15 AND CO RD. 8.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SE Winthrop, MN
1.00″ hail
Jul 11, 2020
7:28 PM UTC
Hail report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 S Winthrop, MN
1.25″ hail
Jul 11, 2020
7:23 PM UTC
Hail report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SW Winthrop, MN
1.25″ hail
Jul 11, 2020
7:12 PM UTC
Hail report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 N Winthrop, MN
2.50″ hail
Jul 10, 2017
2:13 AM UTC
Hail report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Winthrop, MN
2.75″ hail
Jul 10, 2017
2:10 AM UTC
Hail report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 N Lafayette, MN
4.00″ hail
Jul 10, 2017
2:02 AM UTC
Hail report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REPORT FROM SOCIAL MEDIA. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SW Winthrop, MN
2.75″ hail
Jul 10, 2017
1:55 AM UTC
Hail report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Winthrop, MN
1.75″ hail
May 8, 2014
6:58 PM CST-6
Hail report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.22 NW Winthrop, MN
0.88″ hail
Jun 19, 2012
2:20 AM CST-6
Hail report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Crop damage was reported due to the combination of strong winds and hail around Winthrop.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.47 WSW Winthrop, 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 Winthrop, MN

18 reports
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UNK mph
Jul 31, 2024
11:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree damage (small to medium branches/trees) down at the hwy 15/19. Nickel hail also relayed.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 W Winthrop, MN
UNK mph
Jul 31, 2024
11:00 PM UTC
Wind report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several branches measuring 14-inches in diameter down in the city of Winthrop... MN. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Winthrop, MN
UNK mph
May 30, 2022
11:30 PM UTC
Wind report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: DAMAGE TO FARM OUTBUILDINGS... LESS THAN 12 INCH DIAMETER TREE SNAPPED. PICTURES VIA FACEBOOK. TIME ESTIMATED VIA RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Winthrop, MN
UNK mph
Jun 4, 2019
9:33 PM UTC
Wind report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: POWER LINES DOWN.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NE Winthrop, MN
UNK mph
Jul 10, 2017
2:10 AM UTC
Wind report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 12" DIAMETER TREE SNAPPED NEAR BASE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 N Lafayette, MN
58 mph
Jul 7, 2014
4:30 PM CST-6
Wind report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A measured wind gust from a wind sensor of the Department of Transportation.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.09 WSW Winthrop, MN
60 mph
Jun 19, 2014
12:15 AM CST-6
Wind report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Power outages occurred in the city of Winthrop due to strong winds bringing down large branches across power lines.
NWS Wind Report Location: .85 SE Winthrop, MN
60 mph
Jun 21, 2013
2:30 AM CST-6
Wind report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous large tree branches were blown down in Winthrop county park.
NWS Wind Report Location: .3 SSE Winthrop, MN
60 mph
Jul 31, 2008
6:36 AM CST-6
Wind report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Measured by MNDOT mesonet sensor.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.09 WSW Winthrop, MN
62 mph
Jul 31, 2008
6:35 AM CST-6
Wind report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Measured by MNDOT mesonet sensor.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.09 WSW Winthrop, MN
60 mph
Aug 16, 2002
8:53 PM CST
Wind report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous large branches down, including one which crashed through the windshield of a car.
NWS Wind Report Location: Winthrop, MN
60 mph
Aug 16, 2002
8:50 PM CST
Wind report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Shed destroyed.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 N Winthrop, MN
60 mph
Aug 16, 2002
8:45 PM CST
Wind report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Shed destroyed. Few trees down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 NW Winthrop, MN
69 mph
Jul 13, 1997
6:30 PM CST
Wind report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Roof damage to chicken barn. Estimated windspeed.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 E Winthrop, MN
63 mph
Jul 13, 1997
6:25 PM CST
Wind report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large trees blown down. Estimated windspeed.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SW Winthrop, 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 Winthrop, MN

6 reports
UNK category
Aug 16, 2017
11:36 PM UTC
Tornado report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: LARGE RAIN WRAPPED TORNADO REPORTED BY TRAINED SPOTTER NW OF GAYLORD. VIEWED FROM INTERSECTION OF CO. RD. 10 AND HWY 15 NORTH OF WINTHROP.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 N Winthrop, MN
UNK category
Aug 16, 2017
11:33 PM UTC
Tornado report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A TORNADO DEVELOPED 3 MILES NNE OF WINTHROP AND FLATTENED CORN BEFORE DESTROYING A STRUCTURALLY COMPROMISED BARN AND PRODUCING SOME TREE DAMAGE. ESTIMATED WIND SPEED 80 MPH.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 NNE Winthrop, MN
UNK category
Aug 16, 2017
11:26 PM UTC
Tornado report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: TORNADO DEVELOPED 4 NNE OF WINTHROP AND TRACKED ABOUT 1/4 MILE TO THE NNW. IT FLATTENED SOME CORN AND UPROOTED AND DAMAGED TREES. MAX WIND SPEED 80 MPH.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 ENE Winthrop, MN
F1 category
Jun 30, 1994
6:45 PM CST
Tornado report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado lifted a porch from a home and carried about 300 feet and leveled a barn on a farmstead. Several large trees were blown down.
NWS Tornado Report Location: NE Winthrop, MN
F0 category
Jun 13, 1983
7:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MN
F1 category
Jun 28, 1979
6:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Winthrop, MN
Sibley County · 5,436 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, 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

Winthrop, MN area census snapshot

People & households
Population1,275
Households575
Housing units666
Income
Median household income$67,375
$100k+ households37.2%
$150k+ households12.9%
Housing stock
Single-family detached555
Attached single-family24
Small multifamily14
Large multifamily61
Mobile homes12
Housing mix
Single-family share83.3%
Attached-home share3.6%
Multifamily share11.3%
Mobile-home share1.8%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied452
Renter-occupied123
Vacant units91
Home value & age
Median home value$157,400
Owner homes $300k+4.9%
Owner homes $500k+--
Owner homes $750k+--
Median year built1957
Older-home share82.1%
Vehicle context
Households with cars532
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 26 hail, 18 wind, and 6 tornado reports in and near Winthrop, MN, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 1, 2024.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Winthrop?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Winthrop, MN is 4.00″. It was reported near Winthrop, MN on July 10, 2017.

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

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

I am selling a home in Winthrop — 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 Winthrop address?

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