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

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Holdrege, NE from July 18, 1958 through September 13, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
96
Wind Reports
102
Tornado Reports
12
Max Hail Size
2.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Holdrege, NE · 1958–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 13, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Holdrege, NE

30 reports
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1.00″ hail
Sep 13, 2026
4:52 AM UTC
Hail report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Holdrege, NE
1.25″ hail
Sep 12, 2026
4:52 PM UTC
Hail report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Video from X. Estimated largest hailstone was the size of a walnut. Exact time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: Holdrege, NE
1.00″ hail
Sep 12, 2026
4:52 PM UTC
Hail report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Picture from X. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 Ne Holdrege, NE
1.00″ hail
Sep 12, 2026
4:51 PM UTC
Hail report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Picture from Facebook. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: Holdrege, NE
2.75″ hail
Jun 11, 2026
7:46 AM UTC
Hail report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report from X. Pictures of damage. Time estimated from Radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 13 NW Holdrege, NE
1.00″ hail
May 4, 2024
2:13 AM UTC
Hail report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report from mPING: Quarter (1.00 in.).
NWS Hail Report Location: Holdrege, NE
1.25″ hail
May 4, 2024
2:10 AM UTC
Hail report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report on social media of half dollar sized hail in Holdrege.
NWS Hail Report Location: Holdrege, NE
1.75″ hail
May 4, 2024
2:10 AM UTC
Hail report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report on social media of golf ball size hail in Holdrege.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NNE Holdrege, NE
2.00″ hail
May 4, 2024
2:10 AM UTC
Hail report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Corrects previous hail report from Holdrege.
NWS Hail Report Location: Holdrege, NE
1.00″ hail
May 4, 2024
2:08 AM UTC
Hail report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Pea to quarter sized hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: Holdrege, NE
2.00″ hail
May 3, 2024
2:10 PM UTC
Hail report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Holdrege, NE
1.75″ hail
May 7, 2023
2:10 AM UTC
Hail report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: DELAYED REPORT VIA FACEBOOK WITH PICTURES OF AROUND GOLF BALL SIZE HAIL.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 NNE Holdrege, NE
1.00″ hail
May 17, 2022
10:45 PM UTC
Hail report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REC. VIA FACEBOOK.
NWS Hail Report Location: Holdrege, NE
1.00″ hail
May 16, 2017
1:01 AM UTC
Hail report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REPORTED VIA MPING.
NWS Hail Report Location: Holdrege, NE
1.75″ hail
Apr 9, 2017
11:00 PM UTC
Hail report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: VIA SOCIAL MEDIA.
NWS Hail Report Location: Holdrege, 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 Holdrege, NE

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52 mph
Aug 22, 2026
10:15 AM UTC
Wind report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: KHDE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E Holdrege, NE
62 mph
Jun 10, 2026
12:15 AM UTC
Wind report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 N Holdrege, NE
70 mph
Jun 10, 2026
12:00 AM UTC
Wind report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NE Holdrege, NE
69 mph
Jun 9, 2026
11:58 PM UTC
Wind report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Holdrege Airport, NE
82 mph
May 17, 2026
3:01 AM UTC
Wind report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ENE Holdrege, NE
61 mph
May 17, 2026
1:35 AM UTC
Wind report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Gust occurred at the Holdrege airport.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ENE Holdrege, NE
61 mph
Aug 9, 2025
6:55 AM UTC
Wind report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: AWOS station KHDE Holdrege Airport.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 ENE Holdrege, NE
61 mph
Aug 9, 2025
6:47 AM UTC
Wind report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Gust reported on AWOS voice line. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Holdrege Airport, NE
UNK mph
Jul 11, 2025
1:25 AM UTC
Wind report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Report of 18 inch in diameter tree branch down.
NWS Wind Report Location: Holdrege, NE
58 mph
Jul 11, 2025
1:20 AM UTC
Wind report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Holdrege Airport, NE
58 mph
Jun 30, 2025
8:15 AM UTC
Wind report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: On the backside of storms.
NWS Wind Report Location: Holdrege Airport, NE
61 mph
Jun 3, 2025
3:02 AM UTC
Wind report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: AWOS reports gust to 61mph.
NWS Wind Report Location: Holdrege Airport, NE
UNK mph
Jul 17, 2024
2:05 AM UTC
Wind report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Photo relayed via social media. Power pole snapped about halfway up and lots of tree damage. Heavy rain and very strong winds were also reported. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 ESE Holdrege, NE
64 mph
Jul 17, 2024
1:55 AM UTC
Wind report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Holdrege Airport, NE
59 mph
Jul 17, 2024
1:51 AM UTC
Wind report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 N Holdrege, 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 Holdrege, NE

12 reports
UNK category
May 25, 2024
4:30 AM UTC
Tornado report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This EF1 rated tornado was on the ground from 1130PM to 1133PM and tracked from southwest to northeast across Holdrege. The peak wind speed was estimated at 95 MPH. The path width was 100 yards with a path length of 1.7 miles.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 SW Holdrege, NE
UNK category
May 12, 2024
2:11 AM UTC
Tornado report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This is an update to the initial Holdrege Tornado survey and results in the original track being split into two separate and distinct damage paths... which are now referred to as Holdrege North Tornado and Holdrege East Tornado. There are no changes to the EF-Scale rating with this update... as it remains an EF-1. The Holdrege North tornado touched down just north of the golf course... then moved east and northeast for just under two miles before lifting.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 NNW Holdrege, NE
UNK category
May 12, 2024
2:08 AM UTC
Tornado report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This is an update to the initial Holdrege Tornado survey and results in the original track being split into two separate and distinct damage paths... which are now referred to as Holdrege North Tornado and Holdrege East Tornado. There are no changes to the EF-Scale rating with this update... as it remains an EF-1. The Holdrege East tornado touched down near the fairgrounds then moved north into the SE side of town. It appears the tornado briefly lifted as it moved north of 6th Ave... sparing neighborhoods in northeast Holdrege more significant damage... before touching back down in a field just northwest of the intersection of 18th Ave and Lincoln St. The tornado reached peak intensity and width near Lincoln St and 25th Ave just NE of Holdrege where significant damage to outbuildings... some newer and well-built... was noted. Damage also occurred to roofs of a few homes. The tornado would go on to overturn numerous pivots and snap a few more power poles as it curved northeast. Damage ceased nea
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 SE Holdrege, NE
UNK category
Jun 30, 2018
8:44 PM UTC
Tornado report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: BRIEF TOUCHDOWN IN CORN FIELD WEST OF R ROAD NEAR ROAD 729. EM ALSO REPORTED GOLF BALL SIZED HAIL.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 SE Holdrege, NE
F0 category
May 7, 2005
3:56 PM CST
Tornado report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado hit two farmsteads and the airport near Holdrege causing minor damage along its path.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 S Holdrege, NE
F0 category
Jun 19, 2000
6:17 PM CST
Tornado report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 14 N Holdrege, NE
F1 category
Jun 29, 1988
7:50 PM CST
Tornado report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NE
F0 category
Apr 22, 1985
2:03 PM CST
Tornado report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NE
F0 category
Apr 19, 1974
7:50 PM CST
Tornado report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NE
F1 category
May 17, 1962
6:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NE
F1 category
Jun 21, 1960
4:00 AM CST
Tornado report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NE
F2 category
Jul 18, 1958
10:20 PM CST
Tornado report for Holdrege, NE
Phelps County · 3,282 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

Holdrege, NE area census snapshot

People & households
Population5,503
Households2,486
Housing units2,632
Income
Median household income$55,263
$100k+ households36.5%
$150k+ households10.3%
Housing stock
Single-family detached1,982
Attached single-family11
Small multifamily323
Large multifamily167
Mobile homes149
Housing mix
Single-family share75.3%
Attached-home share0.4%
Multifamily share18.6%
Mobile-home share5.7%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied1,642
Renter-occupied844
Vacant units146
Home value & age
Median home value$166,600
Owner homes $300k+13.8%
Owner homes $500k+2.9%
Owner homes $750k+0.7%
Median year built1962
Older-home share71.2%
Vehicle context
Households with cars2,300
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 96 hail, 102 wind, and 12 tornado reports in and near Holdrege, NE, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 13, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Holdrege?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Holdrege, NE is 2.75″. It was reported near Holdrege, NE on June 11, 2026.

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

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

I am selling a home in Holdrege — 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 Holdrege address?

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