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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in Marion County, OH

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports across Marion County, OH from July 6, 1957 through July 18, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 43302 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
96
Wind Reports
227
Tornado Reports
16
Max Hail Size
2.50″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Marion County, OH · 1957–present Updated  Daily · last Jul 18, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in Marion County

30 reports
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1.00″ hail
Apr 4, 2026
2:57 AM UTC
Hail report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 E Marion, OH
1.00″ hail
Apr 4, 2026
2:55 AM UTC
Hail report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Marion, OH
1.25″ hail
May 23, 2024
12:35 AM UTC
Hail report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Marion, OH
1.00″ hail
May 14, 2020
9:42 PM UTC
Hail report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER (1.00 IN.).
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 E Marion, OH
1.00″ hail
Jun 5, 2019
8:36 PM UTC
Hail report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NNE Green Camp, OH
0.75″ hail
Jun 23, 2014
4:03 PM EST-5
Hail report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported penny size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Marion, OH
0.88″ hail
Aug 21, 2013
4:35 PM EST-5
Hail report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A trained weather spotter reported nickel size hail near Marion.
NWS Hail Report Location: .24 S Marion, OH
1.00″ hail
Jul 10, 2013
2:38 PM EST-5
Hail report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter sized hail was observed.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Marion, OH
1.00″ hail
Jun 12, 2013
7:19 PM EST-5
Hail report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter sized hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NE Waldo, OH
1.75″ hail
Jun 12, 2013
7:12 PM EST-5
Hail report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf ball sized hail was reported. Damage to crops and vehicles was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 S Marion, OH
2.50″ hail
Jun 12, 2013
7:10 PM EST-5
Hail report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Ping pong ball to tennis ball sized hail was observed. Damage to homes, vehicles and crops was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 S Marion, OH
1.50″ hail
Jun 12, 2013
7:10 PM EST-5
Hail report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Half dollar to ping pong sized hail was observed. Some minor vehicle damage was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Marion, OH
1.25″ hail
Jun 12, 2013
6:48 PM EST-5
Hail report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Half dollar sized hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: N New Bloomington, OH
0.88″ hail
May 15, 2013
10:55 PM EST-5
Hail report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny to nickel sized hail was observed.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Green Camp, OH
0.75″ hail
May 15, 2013
10:50 PM EST-5
Hail report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny sized hail was observed.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 S Marion, OH
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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 Marion County

30 reports
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UNK mph
Jul 18, 2026
9:43 PM UTC
Wind report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A number of trees snapped or uprooted with two landing on houses_ areas of corn flattened_ one barn blown over_ minor roof damage to one house and chimney damage to one house. Damage occurred along a
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 S Caledonia, OH
UNK mph
Jul 18, 2026
9:42 PM UTC
Wind report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Se Marion, OH
58 mph
Jul 4, 2026
12:53 AM UTC
Wind report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KMNN Marion.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NE Marion, OH
UNK mph
May 20, 2026
12:02 AM UTC
Wind report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down across roadways as well as on power lines... at East Church St and Merchant Ave.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Marion, OH
UNK mph
Mar 27, 2026
12:33 AM UTC
Wind report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and powerlines down north of Waldo.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NNE Waldo, OH
UNK mph
Mar 11, 2026
3:02 PM UTC
Wind report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 3 power poles snapped and downed near the intersection of Richland Rd and Riviera Dr. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ESE Marion, OH
73 mph
Jun 18, 2025
11:58 PM UTC
Wind report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Measured wind gust at River Valley High School. Several medium-sized tree branches were also downed.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 SSW Caledonia, OH
UNK mph
Jun 18, 2025
11:47 PM UTC
Wind report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large trees down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Marion, OH
UNK mph
Jun 18, 2025
11:45 PM UTC
Wind report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree limbs downed in Marion. Video received on social media.
NWS Wind Report Location: Marion, OH
60 mph
May 17, 2025
1:52 AM UTC
Wind report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KMNN Marion.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NE Marion, OH
UNK mph
May 17, 2025
1:52 AM UTC
Wind report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Marion County 911 Dispatch has numerous reports of trees and wires down across the city of Marion.
NWS Wind Report Location: Marion, OH
UNK mph
Apr 19, 2025
12:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several powerlines blown down around Bowling Green Township.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSE La Rue, OH
UNK mph
Apr 19, 2025
11:45 AM UTC
Wind report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 3 SSE La Rue. Several powerlines blown down around Bowling Green Township...corrected time estimate.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSE La Rue, OH
UNK mph
May 26, 2024
9:03 PM UTC
Wind report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Barn destroyed with a tree downed nearby.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N La Rue, OH
64 mph
Apr 17, 2024
8:06 PM UTC
Wind report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KMNN Marion.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NE Marion, OH
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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 Marion County

16 reports
UNK category
Aug 12, 2023
5:08 PM UTC
Tornado report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A brief tornado touched down just south of the intersection of State Route 309 and Dry Lane Road N. Part of the roof was torn off of an outbuilding with some debris thrown into a nearby field. A few trees were also damaged on the property. Maximum winds were estimated up to 90 mph... and the tornado had a maximum width of 75 yards.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 SSE Marseilles, OH
F0 category
Nov 10, 2002
5:10 PM EST
Tornado report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A small tornado touched down in rural Marion County about five miles north of Marion near the intersection of State Route 4 and U.S. Highway 23. The tornado was on the ground for only a couple hundred feet and caused no damage other than downing several trees.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Marion, OH
F2 category
May 23, 2000
5:30 PM EST
Tornado report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado touched down near Lyons Road approximately four miles west of the Town of Martel. The observed damage path was approximately three miles in length and was oriented west to east. The width of the path varied between 100 and 200 yards. Five homes were damaged and two mobile homes destroyed. One of the mobile homes was found wrapped around a large tree.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Martel, OH
F0 category
Aug 25, 1998
1:45 PM EST
Tornado report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A weak tornado touched down about four miles west of Marion and remained on the ground for a short time. A garage and two barns were destroyed and a large shed was badly damaged. Numerous trees and power lines were downed and some minor damage occurred to several homes in the area. Most of the damage appeared to be caused by an intense microburst, which accompanied the tornado. Winds were estimated at 80 to 90 miles per hour.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Marion, OH
F0 category
Jul 26, 1997
9:40 PM EST
Tornado report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Marion, OH
F0 category
Aug 19, 1991
4:20 PM CST
Tornado report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, OH
F0 category
Jul 12, 1989
1:20 PM EST
Tornado report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, OH
F1 category
May 26, 1989
12:00 AM EST
Tornado report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, OH
F2 category
Aug 8, 1979
10:30 AM CST
Tornado report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, OH
F2 category
May 10, 1973
4:21 PM CST
Tornado report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, OH
F2 category
May 6, 1971
1:50 AM CST
Tornado report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, OH
F1 category
May 13, 1970
10:30 AM CST
Tornado report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, OH
F1 category
May 10, 1969
3:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, OH
F1 category
May 10, 1969
3:15 PM CST
Tornado report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, OH
F1 category
Apr 19, 1963
1:40 PM CST
Tornado report for Marion County, OH
Marion County · 21,188 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, OH
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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

Marion County, OH area census snapshot

People & households
Population65,145
Households24,524
Housing units27,381
Income
Median household income$57,306
$100k+ households35.1%
$150k+ households11.7%
Housing stock
Single-family detached21,188
Attached single-family515
Small multifamily2,682
Large multifamily1,729
Mobile homes1,267
Housing mix
Single-family share77.4%
Attached-home share1.9%
Multifamily share16.1%
Mobile-home share4.6%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied16,630
Renter-occupied7,894
Vacant units2,857
Home value & age
Median home value$146,200
Owner homes $300k+13.8%
Owner homes $500k+2.6%
Owner homes $750k+0.4%
Median year built1963
Older-home share73.6%
Vehicle context
Households with cars22,680
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 96 hail, 227 wind, and 16 tornado reports in Marion County, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on July 18, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Marion County?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in Marion County is 2.50″. It was reported near Marion, OH on June 12, 2013.

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

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

I am selling a home in Marion 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 Marion County address?

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