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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Cape Girardeau, MO

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Cape Girardeau, MO from May 21, 1957 through August 13, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
39
Wind Reports
119
Tornado Reports
6
Max Hail Size
2.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Cape Girardeau, MO · 1957–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 13, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Cape Girardeau, MO

30 reports
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1.00″ hail
Apr 28, 2026
11:46 AM UTC
Hail report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail report four blocks east of the university.
NWS Hail Report Location: Cape Girardeau, MO
1.00″ hail
Feb 22, 2024
10:20 PM UTC
Hail report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SSW Cape Girardeau, MO
1.00″ hail
Apr 9, 2020
1:56 AM UTC
Hail report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REPORT FROM MPING: QUARTER (1.00 IN.).
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 NW Cape Girardeau, MO
1.00″ hail
Apr 9, 2020
12:56 AM UTC
Hail report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: .
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 ENE Cape Girardeau, MO
1.00″ hail
Apr 9, 2020
12:52 AM UTC
Hail report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REPORT FROM MPING: QUARTER (1.00 IN.).
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NW Cape Girardeau, MO
1.00″ hail
Apr 9, 2020
12:52 AM UTC
Hail report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: .
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 NE Cape Girardeau, MO
1.75″ hail
Apr 3, 2018
10:10 PM UTC
Hail report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: GOLFBALL SIZE HAIL REPORTED IN THE COMMUNTIY OF ALLENVILLE.
NWS Hail Report Location: Cape Girardeau, MO
0.88″ hail
Mar 25, 2015
8:58 PM CST-6
Hail report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel-size hail accompanied a storm in Cape Girardeau.
NWS Hail Report Location: WNW Cape Girardeau, MO
0.88″ hail
Aug 19, 2014
2:17 PM CST-6
Hail report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: WNW Cape Girardeau, MO
1.00″ hail
Mar 2, 2012
12:06 PM CST-6
Hail report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was reported near Walmart on the west side of Cape Girardeau, along Highway H.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.3 WNW Cape Girardeau, MO
0.75″ hail
Jun 15, 2011
2:15 PM CST-6
Hail report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.85 S Egypt Mills, MO
2.50″ hail
Apr 15, 2011
3:55 PM CST-6
Hail report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Ping-pong to tennis-ball size hail was reported across the city, including the downtown area. Vehicles were dented.
NWS Hail Report Location: WNW Cape Girardeau, MO
1.00″ hail
Apr 9, 2011
5:34 AM CST-6
Hail report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 N Cape Girardeau, MO
0.75″ hail
Apr 9, 2009
11:28 PM CST-6
Hail report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Heavy, dime-size hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Cape Girardeau, MO
0.88″ hail
Sep 19, 2008
5:19 PM CST-6
Hail report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel-size hail was reported, along with winds estimated around 40 mph.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NE Cape Girardeau, MO
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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 Cape Girardeau, MO

30 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 13, 2026
1:37 AM UTC
Wind report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple large trees down and power is out.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Ene Cape Girardeau, MO
UNK mph
Aug 13, 2026
1:35 AM UTC
Wind report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous reports of trees/limbs down around and north of Cape Girardeau_ some blocking roads.
NWS Wind Report Location: Cape Girardeau, MO
UNK mph
Jun 27, 2026
5:34 PM UTC
Wind report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several small tree limbs down in Cape Girardeau.
NWS Wind Report Location: Cape Girardeau, MO
60 mph
Aug 19, 2025
7:05 PM UTC
Wind report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Two reports of estimated gusts to around 60 mph in Cape Girardeau.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ESE Cape Girardeau, MO
UNK mph
Aug 19, 2025
7:00 PM UTC
Wind report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large amount of corn blown over due to strong winds near intersection of CR 638 and 618.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 N Cape Girardeau, MO
UNK mph
Jul 12, 2025
7:54 PM UTC
Wind report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large 6 inch in diameter tree branch down on the north side of Cape Girardeau.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Cape Girardeau, MO
59 mph
Apr 3, 2025
12:17 AM UTC
Wind report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Cape Girardeau, MO
UNK mph
Jul 3, 2024
10:35 PM UTC
Wind report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Grandview Dr.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NNW Cape Girardeau, MO
UNK mph
Jun 26, 2024
3:15 AM UTC
Wind report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees and powerlines down around Jackson and Cape Girardeau.
NWS Wind Report Location: Cape Girardeau, MO
UNK mph
Apr 3, 2024
9:20 AM UTC
Wind report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A couple large trees down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WNW Cape Girardeau, MO
UNK mph
Apr 3, 2024
9:20 AM UTC
Wind report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Roof damage to a house on Highland Drive.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NW Cape Girardeau, MO
66 mph
Mar 16, 2024
12:54 AM UTC
Wind report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd gst report from 1 SE Cape Girardeau.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SE Cape Girardeau, MO
UNK mph
Feb 22, 2023
8:55 PM UTC
Wind report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 2481 CUSTOMERS WITHOUT POWER IN CAPE GIRARDEAU COUNTY.
NWS Wind Report Location: Cape Girardeau, MO
UNK mph
Feb 22, 2023
8:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SEVERAL LARGE TREES DOWN IN CAPE GIRARDEAU AREA INCLUDING ON COBBLEFIELD COURT... LEXINGTON... AND SILVER SPRING.
NWS Wind Report Location: Cape Girardeau, MO
UNK mph
Jul 18, 2022
1:56 AM UTC
Wind report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: POWER LINES DOWN IN THE RED STAR DISTRICT IN CAPE. ALSO TREE DOWN ACROSS CAPE ROCK RD. REPORT RELAYED BY KFVS-12. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NE Cape Girardeau, MO
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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 Cape Girardeau, MO

6 reports
UNK category
May 21, 2025
6:08 AM UTC
Tornado report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF1 tornado touched down initially at the Cape Splash Aquatic Center... where it did some damage to overhead umbrella structures and a few trees. It continued east across Kings Highway and into neighborhoods of northern Cape Girardeau. Numerous trees were damaged including some that were snapped or uprooted. Several homes experienced minor roof or siding damage. The tornado appeared to lift along or just east of Oak Hill Street. Peak winds were 95 mph and max width was 150 yards.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 NW Cape Girardeau, MO
UNK category
Apr 3, 2025
12:02 AM UTC
Tornado report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Tornado reported near Cape Girardeau Fire Station 1.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Cape Girardeau, MO
UNK category
Jun 2, 2018
12:56 AM UTC
Tornado report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: TORNADO...RECORDED VIDEO OF THE EVENT.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 SW Ware, MO
EF0 category
Mar 23, 2012
10:33 AM CST-6
Tornado report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado touched down on the north side of downtown Cape Girardeau just west of the river. Several homes had minor roof (primarily shingles) and siding damage. A manhole cover was lofted and blown into a metal fence. Several smaller trees were snapped. Peak winds were estimated at 85 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.29 NE Cape Girardeau, MO
F1 category
May 6, 2003
8:11 PM CST
Tornado report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado touched down about 2 miles southeast of Oriole, south of Highway V. It moved northeast to along Highway 177 in the Trail of Tears State Park area. Numerous trees were blown down, including some on structures. A rental home was destroyed. At least one other house and metal buildings were damaged. Several sheds or barns were destroyed. Peak winds in the tornado were estimated near 80 MPH.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 7 NNE Cape Girardeau, MO
F2 category
Mar 14, 1971
11:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Cape Girardeau, MO
Cape Girardeau County · 25,427 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MO
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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

Cape Girardeau, MO area census snapshot

People & households
Population40,047
Households16,521
Housing units18,590
Income
Median household income$54,870
$100k+ households31.7%
$150k+ households7.4%
Housing stock
Single-family detached11,646
Attached single-family381
Small multifamily4,138
Large multifamily2,018
Mobile homes407
Housing mix
Single-family share62.7%
Attached-home share2.1%
Multifamily share33.1%
Mobile-home share2.2%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied8,619
Renter-occupied7,902
Vacant units2,069
Home value & age
Median home value$186,100
Owner homes $300k+24.2%
Owner homes $500k+6.6%
Owner homes $750k+1.6%
Median year built1975
Older-home share58.6%
Vehicle context
Households with cars15,146
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 39 hail, 119 wind, and 6 tornado reports in and near Cape Girardeau, MO, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 13, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Cape Girardeau?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Cape Girardeau, MO is 2.75″. It was reported near Cape Girardeau, MO on April 25, 1961.

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

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

I am selling a home in Cape Girardeau — 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 Cape Girardeau address?

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