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

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Howells, NE from July 6, 1976 through August 13, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
21
Wind Reports
23
Tornado Reports
10
Max Hail Size
2.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Howells, NE · 1976–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 13, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Howells, NE

21 reports
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1.00″ hail
May 1, 2018
9:29 PM UTC
Hail report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 SW Howells, NE
1.50″ hail
Jun 30, 2017
12:49 AM UTC
Hail report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Howells, NE
1.00″ hail
Jun 30, 2017
12:47 AM UTC
Hail report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Howells, NE
1.00″ hail
Jun 30, 2017
12:37 AM UTC
Hail report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Howells, NE
1.00″ hail
Jun 28, 2014
7:07 PM CST-6
Hail report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Howells, NE
0.75″ hail
Jun 28, 2014
7:02 PM CST-6
Hail report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Howells, NE
1.00″ hail
Aug 6, 2013
6:37 PM CST-6
Hail report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Howells, NE
1.00″ hail
Jun 26, 2011
5:20 PM CST-6
Hail report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail up to quarter-size fell a little south of Howells.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.07 S Howells, NE
0.75″ hail
May 11, 2011
3:10 PM CST-6
Hail report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Howells, NE
1.50″ hail
Jul 5, 2008
6:45 AM CST-6
Hail report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The storms also dropped around 4 inches of rain in the area.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.45 S Howells, NE
1.00″ hail
Jul 5, 2008
6:12 AM CST-6
Hail report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.45 S Howells, NE
1.75″ hail
May 14, 2003
11:35 AM CST
Hail report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail up to golfball size fell for a few minutes in Howells.
NWS Hail Report Location: Howells, NE
0.88″ hail
Jun 4, 2002
2:30 AM CST
Hail report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Howells, NE
2.75″ hail
Jun 13, 2001
6:10 PM CST
Hail report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 S Howells, NE
1.00″ hail
Jun 13, 2001
6:00 PM CST
Hail report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Howells, 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 Howells, NE

23 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 13, 2026
8:15 AM UTC
Wind report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several large trees down in town.
NWS Wind Report Location: Howells, NE
63 mph
Aug 13, 2026
8:15 AM UTC
Wind report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Howells, NE
60 mph
May 24, 2024
6:37 AM UTC
Wind report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Personal weather station measured a 60 mph wind gust.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 SSW Howells, NE
79 mph
May 21, 2024
10:30 AM UTC
Wind report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Howells, NE
70 mph
Apr 16, 2024
10:58 AM UTC
Wind report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Personal weather station reported a 70 mph wind gust between 555 and 600 AM. Time estimated based on radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 S Howells, NE
60 mph
Apr 16, 2024
10:54 AM UTC
Wind report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Measured on personal weather station during the time between 545 and 600 AM. Time estimated based on radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 8 SSW Dodge, NE
78 mph
Jul 12, 2023
10:16 AM UTC
Wind report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Howells, NE
62 mph
Jul 12, 2022
6:55 AM UTC
Wind report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: DELAYED REPORT: CO-OP OBSERVER RECORDED A 62 MPH GUST.
NWS Wind Report Location: Howells, NE
UNK mph
Dec 15, 2021
9:35 PM UTC
Wind report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: PARTIAL ROOF BLOWN OFF.
NWS Wind Report Location: Howells, NE
76 mph
Dec 15, 2021
9:27 PM UTC
Wind report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: WIND GUST TO 76 MPH ALONG WITH PENNY SIZED HAIL.
NWS Wind Report Location: Howells, NE
71 mph
Jun 24, 2021
6:55 AM UTC
Wind report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Howells, NE
60 mph
Jun 22, 2020
9:13 PM UTC
Wind report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MULTIPLE REPORTS FROM PUBLIC OF 60 MPH GUSTS IN HOWELLS.
NWS Wind Report Location: Howells, NE
70 mph
Jun 6, 2018
11:45 PM UTC
Wind report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Howells, NE
85 mph
May 30, 2011
9:40 PM CST-6
Wind report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm wind gusts of 85 mph were measured by the cooperative observer near Howells.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Howells, NE
75 mph
Jul 9, 2003
1:53 AM CST
Wind report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A thunderstorm wind gust of 75 mph was measured on home weather equipment by a storm spotter.
NWS Wind Report Location: Howells, 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 Howells, NE

10 reports
UNK category
May 29, 2024
6:30 AM UTC
Tornado report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado developed 3 miles southwest of Howells... where it damaged a grain bin and flipped a center pivot. It moved northeast across agricultural fields between County Road T and County Road U. As it crossed County Road 14 it snapped several wood power poles. The tornado continued tracking northeast crossing near the intersection of County Road 15 and County Road V... about 1.5 miles southeast of Howells. The tornados width varied from from one-tenth to one-third of mile along its track. Straight line wind damage from the descending rear inflow jet was found south of the track.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 SSW Howells, NE
UNK category
May 24, 2024
6:41 AM UTC
Tornado report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: TDS observed approximately 7 miles south-southwest of Dodge.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 6 SSW Dodge, NE
UNK category
Apr 16, 2024
6:49 PM UTC
Tornado report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Spotter video via social media.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 SSE Howells, NE
UNK category
Apr 16, 2024
6:39 PM UTC
Tornado report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: EF-0 Tornado. Detailed reports from a combination of emergency management... eyewitnesses... and video evidence from storm spotters indicates this as the path of the tornado. Eyewitness accounts indicate that the final 1.5 miles of the track were intermittent... with occasional debris and dust at the ground level. These reports also indicate that the tornado began at 1:39 PM and lasted for approximately 10 minutes... which aligns well with the storm motion. There were at least 2 center pivots damaged along the track... and some minor damage to small outbuildings where tin roofing material was removed. These damage indicators and the degree of damage indicate that the tornado was an EF-0 with maximum winds of approximately 75 mph. Video evidence of the dust field suggests a width of approximately 40 yards.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 7 SSW Howells, NE
UNK category
Apr 16, 2024
6:39 PM UTC
Tornado report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Spotter video via social media.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 S Howells, NE
UNK category
Jul 13, 2023
10:14 AM UTC
Tornado report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A likely tornado embedded within a broader area of downburst winds appears to have impacted homes and trees on the west side of Howells... causing roof damage and shifting the walls of a garage. Beyond this area... it was difficult to discern any particular tornado damage from straight line wind damage... but there was additional damage to trees... fences... and a power substation on the south side of Howells as well.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Howells, NE
UNK category
Dec 15, 2021
9:27 PM UTC
Tornado report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: AN INTERMITTENT TORNADO TRACKED FROM NORTH TO SOUTH THROUGH HOWELLS. THE INITIAL DAMAGE POINT WAS ROOF DAMAGE TO A HOME ON THE SOUTH SIDE OF TOWN ALONG WITH MODERATE TREE DAMAGE. THE TORNADO THEN SKIPPED SEVERAL BLOCKS BEFORE REMOVING A PORTION OF THE BUILDING ATTACHED TO THE FEED AND SEED. NEARBY SECURITY CAMERAS PROVIDED VIDEO EVIDENCE OF THE BRIEF TORNADIC CIRCULATION ON THE NORTH SIDE OF TOWN. THE TORNADO REMAINED INTERMITTENT AS IT TRAVELLED INTO AN OPEN FIELD TO THE NORTHEAST... DEPOSITING DEBRIS IN THE FIELD.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Howells, NE
F0 category
Jun 20, 1996
5:40 PM CST
Tornado report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Howells, NE
F0 category
Jun 4, 1991
5:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NE
F0 category
Aug 2, 1990
3:15 PM CST
Tornado report for Howells, NE
Colfax County · 3,233 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

Howells, NE area census snapshot

People & households
Population602
Households271
Housing units326
Income
Median household income$72,188
$100k+ households42.4%
$150k+ households7.8%
Housing stock
Single-family detached291
Attached single-family0
Small multifamily21
Large multifamily0
Mobile homes14
Housing mix
Single-family share89.3%
Attached-home share--
Multifamily share6.4%
Mobile-home share4.3%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied240
Renter-occupied31
Vacant units55
Home value & age
Median home value$104,500
Owner homes $300k+5%
Owner homes $500k+--
Owner homes $750k+--
Median year built1950
Older-home share91.1%
Vehicle context
Households with cars252
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 21 hail, 23 wind, and 10 tornado reports in and near Howells, NE, 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 Howells?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Howells, NE is 2.75″. It was reported near Howells, NE on June 13, 2001.

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

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

I am selling a home in Howells — 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 Howells address?

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