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

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Madison, NE from July 8, 1958 through August 12, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
37
Wind Reports
23
Tornado Reports
12
Max Hail Size
2.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Madison, NE · 1958–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 12, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Madison, NE

30 reports
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2.00″ hail
Jul 30, 2023
8:40 PM UTC
Hail report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: delayed report from social media.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 NNW Creston, NE
1.00″ hail
Jul 4, 2023
9:57 PM UTC
Hail report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report from mPING.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 NNW Madison, NE
1.00″ hail
Jul 4, 2023
9:45 PM UTC
Hail report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Relayed via social media.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 NNW Madison, NE
1.00″ hail
Jun 22, 2021
11:30 PM UTC
Hail report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 W Madison, NE
1.00″ hail
May 5, 2021
9:25 PM UTC
Hail report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAIL UP TO QUARTER SIZE. A SECOND ROUND OF PEA SIZE HAIL OCCURRED 15 MINUTES LATER.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NNW Madison, NE
2.75″ hail
Oct 11, 2020
10:35 PM UTC
Hail report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PUBLIC REPORT OF HAILSTONES RANGING FROM HALF-DOLLAR TO BASEBALL IN SIZE. BROKE HIS WIND SHIELD WHILE ON HIGHWAY 81.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NNE Madison, NE
1.30″ hail
Oct 11, 2020
10:27 PM UTC
Hail report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 NNE Madison, NE
1.50″ hail
Jun 14, 2017
12:49 AM UTC
Hail report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAIL LARGER THAN HALF DOLLARS
NWS Hail Report Location: Madison, NE
0.88″ hail
Apr 1, 2015
5:40 PM CST-6
Hail report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.58 NW Madison, NE
1.00″ hail
Apr 1, 2015
5:25 PM CST-6
Hail report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.6 W Enola, NE
0.75″ hail
Jun 16, 2014
2:16 PM CST-6
Hail report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .51 E Madison, NE
1.00″ hail
Jun 16, 2014
2:16 PM CST-6
Hail report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.69 ESE Madison, NE
1.00″ hail
Apr 27, 2014
5:40 PM CST-6
Hail report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.59 SW Madison, NE
1.00″ hail
Aug 11, 2013
6:39 PM CST-6
Hail report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .51 E Madison, NE
1.50″ hail
Aug 6, 2013
5:45 PM CST-6
Hail report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.72 NE Enola, 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 Madison, NE

23 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 12, 2026
9:02 AM UTC
Wind report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous large tree branches down and a power pole knocked over. Some residents without power.
NWS Wind Report Location: Madison, NE
63 mph
Jun 30, 2026
5:06 AM UTC
Wind report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Personal weather station measured wind gust.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 N Madison, NE
UNK mph
Jun 24, 2021
7:02 AM UTC
Wind report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SEVERAL LARGE TREES DOWN.
NWS Wind Report Location: Scribner, NE
UNK mph
Jun 24, 2021
6:21 AM UTC
Wind report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SEVERAL LARGE TREES DOWN.
NWS Wind Report Location: Madison, NE
74 mph
May 24, 2020
7:58 AM UTC
Wind report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: PUBLIC WEATHER STATION.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 W Madison, NE
UNK mph
Jun 28, 2018
1:11 PM UTC
Wind report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: REPORT OF AN EMPTY GRAIN BIN BLOWN DOWN... RELAYED BY STANTON COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT. TIME ESTIMATED BASED ON RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 N Madison, NE
65 mph
Jun 14, 2017
1:12 AM UTC
Wind report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 N Humphrey, NE
60 mph
Jun 10, 2015
7:15 PM CST-6
Wind report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Local law enforcement reported that some trees were downed in town and the power is also out.
NWS Wind Report Location: .51 E Madison, NE
58 mph
Apr 27, 2014
5:40 PM CST-6
Wind report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The public estimated gusts of 50 to 60 mph associated with the thunderstorm.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SW Madison, NE
58 mph
Jun 7, 2008
10:00 PM CST-6
Wind report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm wind gusts estimated around 60 mph downed numerous branches in Madison, knocked over a large tree and blew a trampoline across a street causing moderate damage.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Madison, NE
58 mph
May 23, 2008
12:30 AM CST-6
Wind report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm wind gusts estimated at close to 60 mph caused damage in the Norfolk area due to uprooted trees which damaged several homes and vehicles. A few trees and large limbs were also downed in the Madison area to the south of Norfolk. Wet ground due to heavy rain over the few days prior to this event may have contributed to how easily the trees were uprooted.
NWS Wind Report Location: .77 ESE Madison, NE
60 mph
Aug 22, 2007
9:44 AM CST-6
Wind report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm winds estimated at 60 mph downed several tree limbs and large branches in Madison, one of which blocked a road in town for a while. The winds also destroyed a small building when it was carried over a fence and broke a gas line as it crashed into a trailer. Other scattered damage to patio furniture, lawn ornaments, trash cans and shingles was noted across the town.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Madison, NE
58 mph
Aug 21, 2007
8:04 PM CST-6
Wind report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree limbs 4 inches in diameter were blown down with a sudden gust of wind estimated at 60 mph. Pea size hail was also reported.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NW Madison, NE
63 mph
Aug 10, 2006
1:00 AM CST
Wind report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm wind gusts estimated at 60 to 70 mph downed at least 6 large trees in Madison. The fallen trees caused damage to fences, lawn furniture and roofs and also blocked several streets in town.
NWS Wind Report Location: Madison, NE
69 mph
Jul 5, 2000
11:15 AM CST
Wind report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm wind gusts, estimated at nearly 70 mph by several people, downed numerous large branches in Madison.
NWS Wind Report Location: Madison, 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 Madison, NE

12 reports
UNK category
Jun 25, 2024
11:52 PM UTC
Tornado report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Tornado on ground briefly at 652PM.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 7 W Madison, NE
UNK category
Jun 2, 2018
2:59 AM UTC
Tornado report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 8 W Madison, NE
UNK category
Jun 16, 2017
10:50 PM UTC
Tornado report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: SHORT LIVED TORNADO VERIFIED BY PHOTO AND VIDEO EVIDENCE CAUSED MINOR TREE DAMAGE. TOTAL PATH LENGTH APPROXIMATELY 4.5 MILES WITH A PEAK DAMAGE WIDTH OF AROUND 25 YARDS. TORNADO PATH MAY HAVE BEEN INTERMITTENT AT TIMES DUE TO FEW IMPACTED DAMAGE INDICATORS.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 NNE Madison, NE
EF0 category
May 27, 2012
5:30 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado was on the ground for a few minutes near Highways 121 and 32. The tornado was caught on video by a storm chaser.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 8.47 W Madison, NE
F1 category
Jul 16, 2001
8:40 PM CST
Tornado report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Law enforcement reported a tornado west of Madison which downed power lines and destroyed a few grain bins. The tornado also demolished a garage and car as well overturning a center pivot irrigation system.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 16 W Madison, NE
F0 category
May 20, 2000
2:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Numerous public reports of a small tornado that frequently touched down, but caused no damage, around 9 miles southwest of Madison.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 9 SW Madison, NE
F0 category
Jun 4, 1999
12:50 AM CST
Tornado report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Brief apparent touchdown took the roof off of a chicken house plus damaged a metal shed.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 S Madison, NE
F2 category
Jun 4, 1991
2:45 PM CST
Tornado report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NE
F1 category
Jun 16, 1990
6:10 PM CST
Tornado report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NE
F0 category
Jul 1, 1972
5:10 PM CST
Tornado report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NE
F1 category
Aug 4, 1958
9:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NE
F0 category
Jul 8, 1958
8:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Madison, NE
Madison County · 10,473 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

Madison, NE area census snapshot

People & households
Population2,074
Households675
Housing units757
Income
Median household income$56,932
$100k+ households29.9%
$150k+ households8.9%
Housing stock
Single-family detached599
Attached single-family0
Small multifamily83
Large multifamily41
Mobile homes34
Housing mix
Single-family share79.1%
Attached-home share--
Multifamily share16.4%
Mobile-home share4.5%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied508
Renter-occupied167
Vacant units82
Home value & age
Median home value$116,000
Owner homes $300k+2.6%
Owner homes $500k+--
Owner homes $750k+--
Median year built1940
Older-home share80.3%
Vehicle context
Households with cars651
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 37 hail, 23 wind, and 12 tornado reports in and near Madison, NE, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 12, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Madison?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Madison, NE is 2.75″. It was reported near Madison, NE on October 11, 2020.

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

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

I am selling a home in Madison — 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 Madison address?

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