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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in Gosper County, NE

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports across Gosper County, NE from June 22, 1956 through August 30, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 68850 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
151
Wind Reports
98
Tornado Reports
18
Max Hail Size
4.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Gosper County, NE · 1956–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 30, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in Gosper County

30 reports
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1.00″ hail
Jun 25, 2026
3:06 AM UTC
Hail report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Repot received via Facebook.
NWS Hail Report Location: Elwood, NE
1.50″ hail
Jul 6, 2024
7:18 PM UTC
Hail report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report from mPING: Ping Pong Ball (1.50 in.).
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SE Johnson Lake, NE
1.50″ hail
Jul 6, 2024
7:01 PM UTC
Hail report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Social media report.
NWS Hail Report Location: Johnson Lake, NE
1.50″ hail
Jul 6, 2024
6:00 PM UTC
Hail report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Social media image sent in next to ruler.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NE Johnson Lake, NE
2.00″ hail
May 4, 2024
1:34 AM UTC
Hail report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report on social media of 2 inch hail near Smithfield. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NE Smithfield, NE
1.00″ hail
May 4, 2024
1:28 AM UTC
Hail report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Elwood, NE
1.00″ hail
Oct 3, 2023
8:30 PM UTC
Hail report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Video on social media of quarter size hail and 50 mph winds north of Arapahoe.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 N Arapahoe, NE
1.00″ hail
Oct 3, 2023
8:15 PM UTC
Hail report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail lasted about 20 mins. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 SSW Elwood, NE
1.75″ hail
May 6, 2023
1:10 AM UTC
Hail report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAIL UP TO SIZE OF GOLF BALLS STARTED AROUND 810 PM...LASTED ABOUT 20 MINS.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 SW Bertrand, NE
2.00″ hail
May 6, 2023
12:52 AM UTC
Hail report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: DELAYED REPORT OF HAIL A LITTLE LARGER THAN GOLF BALL SIZE. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: 10 N Edison, NE
1.75″ hail
May 6, 2023
12:40 AM UTC
Hail report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 NNE Arapahoe, NE
1.75″ hail
May 6, 2023
12:07 AM UTC
Hail report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER TO GOLF BALL SIZE HAIL REPORTED 13NE OF CAMBRIDGE.
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 N Holbrook, NE
1.50″ hail
Jun 15, 2022
4:10 AM UTC
Hail report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REPORT RECEIVED VIA FACEBOOK. TIME EST FROM RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: 7 S Elwood, NE
1.00″ hail
Mar 27, 2021
2:24 AM UTC
Hail report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: ISOLATED QUARTER SIZE HAIL ALONG COUNTY LINE WITH PEA SIZE HAIL COVERING THE ROAD.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 ENE Johnson Lake, NE
1.25″ hail
Jun 21, 2020
11:42 PM UTC
Hail report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SOCIAL MEDIA REPORT.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NW Johnson Lake, 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 Gosper County

30 reports
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50 mph
Aug 30, 2026
5:44 AM UTC
Wind report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Personal weather station reports gust to 50mph.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Sse Johnson Lake, NE
70 mph
Jul 31, 2026
2:10 AM UTC
Wind report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Personal weather station reports gust to 70mph.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Nne Johnson Lake, NE
62 mph
Jul 3, 2026
3:16 AM UTC
Wind report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSE Johnson Lake, NE
64 mph
Jul 3, 2026
3:14 AM UTC
Wind report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 S Johnson Lake, NE
59 mph
May 31, 2026
12:29 AM UTC
Wind report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Unofficial personal weather station.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 S Johnson Lake, NE
UNK mph
Aug 14, 2024
4:47 AM UTC
Wind report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Image of several branches across the road.
NWS Wind Report Location: Elwood, NE
75 mph
Jun 25, 2024
12:30 AM UTC
Wind report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Delayed Report.
NWS Wind Report Location: 8 S Elwood, NE
UNK mph
May 21, 2024
7:44 AM UTC
Wind report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Delayed report of a downed tree branch 2.5 inches diameter from overnight line of storms. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 8 S Elwood, NE
UNK mph
Aug 3, 2023
11:29 AM UTC
Wind report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Social media photo of flipped irrigation pivot relayed by NTV. Time estimated from radar data.
NWS Wind Report Location: 9 SSW Bertrand, NE
UNK mph
Jul 11, 2023
1:25 AM UTC
Wind report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Delayed report via social media of 4 to 6 inch tree limbs downed at this location. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WNW Bertrand, NE
71 mph
Jul 11, 2023
1:17 AM UTC
Wind report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NE Smithfield, NE
UNK mph
May 6, 2023
4:10 AM UTC
Wind report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: PUBLIC REPORT VIA TWITTER OF POWER LOST AT JOHNSON LAKE... A TREE BRANCH OF UNKNOWN SIZE WAS DOWNED... AND A COUPLE DOCKS FLIPPED. TIME ESTIMATED BASED ON RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Johnson Lake, NE
58 mph
May 6, 2023
3:56 AM UTC
Wind report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 S Johnson Lake, NE
65 mph
Sep 16, 2022
12:12 AM UTC
Wind report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 S Johnson Lake, NE
UNK mph
May 12, 2022
6:35 PM UTC
Wind report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: RECEIVED REPORT AND PHOTO VIA FACEOOK OF A ROOF PEELED BACK OFF OF A CABIN AT THE LAKESIDE TRAILER COURT. TIME EST. FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ENE Johnson Lake, 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 Gosper County

18 reports
EF0 category
Jun 11, 2010
9:03 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Spotter reported a brief tornado touchdown south of Elwood.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 8 S Elwood, NE
EF0 category
Jun 4, 2008
10:28 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A brief tornado touchdown was reported. This tornado did not cause any damage as it occurred in open country.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.05 W Smithfield, NE
EF0 category
May 29, 2008
3:32 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Trained spotters reported a tornado that started in northeast Gosper County and moved into northwest Phelps County. This tornado was in open country and caused no damage.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.87 ENE Smithfield, NE
EF0 category
May 29, 2008
3:10 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A brief tornado touched down west of Elwood and moved east. No damage was noted as it stayed in open country.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 6.77 WSW Elwood, NE
F0 category
Jul 20, 2000
4:55 PM CST
Tornado report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Brief touchdown reported by sheriff
NWS Tornado Report Location: 12 SE Elwood, NE
F0 category
Sep 11, 1999
3:05 PM CST
Tornado report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: S Elwood, NE
F1 category
May 2, 1999
2:37 PM CST
Tornado report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: S Elwood, NE
F1 category
Jun 13, 1998
4:40 PM CST
Tornado report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: SW Elwood, NE
F0 category
May 16, 1991
3:35 PM CST
Tornado report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NE
F0 category
May 16, 1991
3:25 PM CST
Tornado report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NE
F0 category
May 16, 1991
3:15 PM CST
Tornado report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NE
F0 category
Jun 15, 1990
8:04 PM CST
Tornado report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NE
F0 category
Jun 15, 1990
8:04 PM CST
Tornado report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NE
F1 category
Sep 4, 1985
7:35 PM CST
Tornado report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NE
F0 category
Jun 19, 1975
6:10 PM CST
Tornado report for Gosper County, NE
Gosper County · 1,059 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 · County

Gosper County, NE area census snapshot

People & households
Population1,929
Households777
Housing units1,209
Income
Median household income$79,145
$100k+ households47.0%
$150k+ households15.6%
Housing stock
Single-family detached1,059
Attached single-family24
Small multifamily33
Large multifamily0
Mobile homes93
Housing mix
Single-family share87.6%
Attached-home share2.0%
Multifamily share2.7%
Mobile-home share7.7%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied638
Renter-occupied139
Vacant units432
Home value & age
Median home value$202,700
Owner homes $300k+30.9%
Owner homes $500k+8.6%
Owner homes $750k+3.1%
Median year built1973
Older-home share66.8%
Vehicle context
Households with cars772
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 151 hail, 98 wind, and 18 tornado reports in Gosper County, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 30, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Gosper County?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in Gosper County is 4.00″. It was reported near Elwood, NE on June 17, 1968.

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

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

I am selling a home in Gosper County — 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 Gosper County address?

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