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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Chadron, NE

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Chadron, NE from June 18, 1955 through August 29, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 69337 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
161
Wind Reports
196
Tornado Reports
18
Max Hail Size
4.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Chadron, NE · 1955–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 29, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Chadron, NE

30 reports
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1.75″ hail
Aug 27, 2026
11:06 PM UTC
Hail report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 Sse Chadron State Par, NE
2.00″ hail
Aug 27, 2026
10:28 PM UTC
Hail report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 Nw Chadron, NE
2.00″ hail
Aug 27, 2026
10:15 PM UTC
Hail report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 11 Nnw Chadron, NE
1.75″ hail
Aug 27, 2026
10:09 PM UTC
Hail report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 Nw Chadron, NE
1.50″ hail
Aug 21, 2026
11:30 PM UTC
Hail report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 Se Chadron State Park, NE
1.75″ hail
Aug 21, 2026
11:15 PM UTC
Hail report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 E Chadron, NE
1.75″ hail
Aug 21, 2026
11:06 PM UTC
Hail report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Photo received via social media. Exact time was estimated based on radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 E Chadron, NE
1.50″ hail
Aug 21, 2026
10:54 PM UTC
Hail report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Spotter estimated 60 mph winds. Time was estimated based on radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 10 Nne Chadron, NE
1.00″ hail
Jun 29, 2026
6:25 AM UTC
Hail report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter sized hail. Exact time estimated based on radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 12 SE Chadron, NE
1.75″ hail
Jun 29, 2026
6:15 AM UTC
Hail report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Estimated timing based on radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NNW Chadron State Par, NE
1.50″ hail
Jun 29, 2026
6:12 AM UTC
Hail report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Several pictures on social media reported ping pong ball sized hail at Chadron State Park. Picture shows possible larger stones.
NWS Hail Report Location: Chadron State Park, NE
1.00″ hail
May 30, 2026
8:37 PM UTC
Hail report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Media received report of quarter-sized hail at Chadron State Park.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NNW Chadron State Par, NE
1.50″ hail
Jun 30, 2025
12:44 AM UTC
Hail report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 W Chadron, NE
1.00″ hail
Jun 14, 2025
1:02 AM UTC
Hail report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Trained spotter reported quarter sized hail ongoing.
NWS Hail Report Location: 7 WSW Chadron, NE
1.75″ hail
Aug 8, 2023
12:42 AM UTC
Hail report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Corrects previous hail report from 4 ENE Whitney. Picture from social media showing golf ball size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 7 W Chadron, NE
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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 Chadron, NE

30 reports
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67 mph
Aug 29, 2026
10:53 PM UTC
Wind report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KCDR Chadron Airport - Cdr.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 W Chadron, NE
58 mph
Aug 29, 2026
10:44 PM UTC
Wind report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KCDR Chadron Airport - Cdr.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 W Chadron, NE
64 mph
Aug 27, 2026
11:26 PM UTC
Wind report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Personal weather station.
NWS Wind Report Location: 8.6 Ene Box Butte Dam, NE
63 mph
Aug 27, 2026
11:03 PM UTC
Wind report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Personal weather station.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7.7 Se Chadron State Pa, NE
67 mph
Aug 27, 2026
10:33 PM UTC
Wind report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KCDR Chadron Airport - Cdr.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 W Chadron, NE
58 mph
Aug 21, 2026
11:37 PM UTC
Wind report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Personal weather station.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 Se Chadron State Park, NE
UNK mph
Aug 12, 2026
11:39 PM UTC
Wind report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree and debris blocking a portion of US20. Time matched from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 Ese Chadron, NE
62 mph
Jul 25, 2026
9:22 PM UTC
Wind report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous non-tstm wnd gst report from 3 NNE Chadron State Park. Mesonet station HRSN1 7 S Chadron - Kings Canyon Raws - Hrs.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Nne Chadron State Par, NE
73 mph
Jun 9, 2026
10:53 PM UTC
Wind report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 W Chadron, NE
72 mph
Jun 9, 2026
10:53 PM UTC
Wind report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 W Chadron, NE
69 mph
May 14, 2026
4:53 AM UTC
Wind report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KCDR Chadron Airport - Cdr. Occured under a 26 dBZ shower as it was collapsing. Minimal lightning associated with it.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 W Chadron, NE
60 mph
May 3, 2026
10:42 PM UTC
Wind report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KCDR Chadron Airport - Cdr.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 W Chadron, NE
61 mph
Sep 16, 2025
3:47 PM UTC
Wind report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KCDR Chadron Airport - Cdr.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 W Chadron, NE
63 mph
Aug 16, 2025
1:22 AM UTC
Wind report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: KCDR reported a wind gust of 63 mph with sustained winds around 40 mph at the time.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 W Chadron, NE
59 mph
Aug 16, 2025
1:20 AM UTC
Wind report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: KCDR gusted 51 kts at 7:20pm.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 W Chadron, NE
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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 Chadron, NE

18 reports
UNK category
Jul 2, 2020
11:26 PM UTC
Tornado report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 25 SW Chadron, NE
UNK category
Jul 6, 2016
9:05 PM UTC
Tornado report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: DUST PLUME OBSERVED HALFWAY TO CLOUD BASE.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 7 ENE Box Butte Dam, NE
EF0 category
Jun 11, 2013
7:47 PM MST-7
Tornado report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A weak tornado touched down near the intersection of Table Road and Dead Horse Road. The tornado moved east across open country for about three-quarters of a mile before dissipating. No damage was reported.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 12.42 NNE Box Butte Reservoir, NE
EF0 category
Aug 29, 2011
4:10 PM MST-7
Tornado report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A weak tornado briefly touched down in a wooded area just south of King Canyon Road. Produced damage to a tree and windmill.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5.55 S Chadron, NE
F0 category
May 23, 2003
4:20 PM MST
Tornado report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Tornado touched down briefly in open country.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 10 NE Chadron, NE
F0 category
Jun 12, 2001
5:13 PM MST
Tornado report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Brief tornado reported by off-duty NWS personnel.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 12 NW Chadron, NE
F0 category
Jul 8, 1998
11:48 AM MST
Tornado report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado briefly touched down over open country 20 miles southwest of Chadron.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 20 SW Chadron, NE
F0 category
May 5, 1993
5:25 PM CST
Tornado report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado briefly touched down near the Job Corps training center in an open field with no apparent damage.
NWS Tornado Report Location: S Chadron, NE
F0 category
Jun 30, 1992
2:48 PM MST
Tornado report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NE
F0 category
Jun 30, 1992
2:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NE
F0 category
Jul 14, 1989
2:31 PM CST
Tornado report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NE
F0 category
Jun 4, 1982
8:42 PM CST
Tornado report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NE
F2 category
Jun 4, 1982
6:08 PM CST
Tornado report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NE
F1 category
May 24, 1965
3:02 PM CST
Tornado report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NE
F1 category
May 15, 1963
2:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Chadron, NE
Dawes County · 3,010 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NE
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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

Chadron, NE area census snapshot

People & households
Population5,207
Households2,047
Housing units2,437
Income
Median household income$54,026
$100k+ households26.8%
$150k+ households11.0%
Housing stock
Single-family detached1,764
Attached single-family43
Small multifamily381
Large multifamily174
Mobile homes75
Housing mix
Single-family share72.4%
Attached-home share1.8%
Multifamily share22.8%
Mobile-home share3.1%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied1,253
Renter-occupied794
Vacant units390
Home value & age
Median home value$153,300
Owner homes $300k+5.9%
Owner homes $500k+--
Owner homes $750k+--
Median year built1954
Older-home share79.7%
Vehicle context
Households with cars2,000
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 161 hail, 196 wind, and 18 tornado reports in and near Chadron, NE, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 29, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Chadron?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Chadron, NE is 4.00″. It was reported near Chadron, NE on July 5, 1965.

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

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

I am selling a home in Chadron — 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 Chadron address?

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