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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Ethan, SD

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Ethan, SD from June 19, 1956 through September 8, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Hail Reports
19
Wind Reports
17
Tornado Reports
6
Max Hail Size
4.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Ethan, SD · 1956–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 8, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Ethan, SD

19 reports
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1.50″ hail
Sep 5, 2026
8:06 AM UTC
Hail report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Ethan, SD
1.50″ hail
Sep 5, 2026
8:00 AM UTC
Hail report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Ethan, SD
1.00″ hail
Aug 10, 2023
11:43 PM UTC
Hail report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Pea to quarter sized hail... but mostly quarter sized.
NWS Hail Report Location: 9 WNW Ethan, SD
1.00″ hail
Aug 30, 2021
10:03 PM UTC
Hail report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: LOTS OF VARIABLE SIZED HAIL AND HEAVY RAIN... WITH BIGGEST STONES AS BIG AS QUARTERS.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 NNW Ethan, SD
1.00″ hail
Aug 30, 2021
9:41 PM UTC
Hail report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZED HAIL AND HEAVY RAIN.
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 NW Ethan, SD
1.75″ hail
Jun 11, 2020
3:00 AM UTC
Hail report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 7 NNW Ethan, SD
1.00″ hail
Jun 27, 2019
8:50 AM UTC
Hail report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: .
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SW Ethan, SD
1.00″ hail
Jul 12, 2017
2:08 AM UTC
Hail report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SOCIAL MEDIA REPORT. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: 7 NW Ethan, SD
1.50″ hail
Jun 13, 2017
11:42 PM UTC
Hail report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 9 WNW Ethan, SD
1.00″ hail
May 1, 2012
4:36 PM CST-6
Hail report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6.07 NNW Ethan, SD
1.75″ hail
Aug 8, 2009
12:04 PM CST-6
Hail report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6.07 NNW Ethan, SD
4.00″ hail
Aug 8, 2009
11:45 AM CST-6
Hail report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Large hail broke windows, damaged vehicles, roofs and siding, and caused crop damage. The amount of property and crop damage was not known.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6.91 S Betts, SD
1.00″ hail
Jun 16, 2009
5:11 PM CST-6
Hail report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Ethan, SD
0.75″ hail
Jun 5, 2008
5:12 PM CST-6
Hail report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Large hail was accompanied by wind gusts to 40 mph.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 W Ethan, SD
0.75″ hail
Jul 20, 2004
6:00 PM CST
Hail report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 14 S Mt Vernon, SD
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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 Ethan, SD

17 reports
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55 mph
Sep 8, 2026
5:35 AM UTC
Wind report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Personal Weather Station reported a 55 mph wind gust.
NWS Wind Report Location: 9 W Ethan, SD
64 mph
Jun 10, 2026
4:19 AM UTC
Wind report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A personal weather station northwest of Ethan recorded a 64 mph wind gusts.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 WNW Ethan, SD
62 mph
Jul 29, 2025
11:58 PM UTC
Wind report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Reported via mobile mesonet on X.
NWS Wind Report Location: 8 WNW Dimock, SD
UNK mph
Jul 27, 2023
4:02 AM UTC
Wind report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from Ethan. Several large branches and a few trees down. Minor shingle loss on home.
NWS Wind Report Location: Ethan, SD
75 mph
Jul 26, 2023
3:55 AM UTC
Wind report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WNW Ethan, SD
63 mph
Jul 26, 2023
3:52 AM UTC
Wind report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WNW Ethan, SD
70 mph
Jul 23, 2010
7:45 PM CST-6
Wind report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm winds caused tree damage, including several branches blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5.73 NNW Ethan, SD
60 mph
Jun 11, 2010
12:05 AM CST-6
Wind report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm winds destroyed a shed and caused tree damage.
NWS Wind Report Location: .69 N Ethan, SD
60 mph
Jun 5, 2008
5:35 PM CST-6
Wind report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: .69 S Ethan, SD
60 mph
May 23, 2006
4:25 PM CST
Wind report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A gustnado of brief duration was observed along the outflow of thunderstorms.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 NW Ethan, SD
60 mph
May 23, 2006
4:20 PM CST
Wind report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A gustnado of brief duration was observed along the outflow of thunderstorms.
NWS Wind Report Location: 10 W Ethan, SD
60 mph
Jul 3, 2003
9:40 PM CST
Wind report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm winds caused tree damage, including numerous branches down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NW Ethan, SD
60 mph
Jul 11, 2000
5:47 PM CST
Wind report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm winds caused tree damage, including a one foot diameter tree broken off.
NWS Wind Report Location: 11 W Ethan, SD
90 mph
Jun 20, 1997
3:30 AM CST
Wind report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: S Mitchell, SD
UNK mph
Jul 26, 1986
10:30 PM CST
Wind report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Not provided, SD
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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 Ethan, SD

6 reports
EF0 category
May 10, 2015
10:17 AM CST-6
Tornado report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado, crossing into Davison County from Hutchinson County, moved north and caused no reported damage before dissipating.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4.92 SW Ethan, SD
F1 category
Aug 7, 2000
6:03 PM CST
Tornado report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado damaged several farm buildings, caused tree damage, and blew down at least one power line.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 W Ethan, SD
F0 category
May 12, 1991
5:53 PM CST
Tornado report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, SD
F0 category
May 11, 1985
4:33 PM EST
Tornado report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, SD
F1 category
Apr 19, 1985
6:15 PM CST
Tornado report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, SD
F0 category
Jun 21, 1975
6:32 PM CST
Tornado report for Ethan, SD
Davison County · 6,105 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, SD
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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

Ethan, SD area census snapshot

People & households
Population263
Households101
Housing units106
Income
Median household income$54,688
$100k+ households33.7%
$150k+ households7.9%
Housing stock
Single-family detached81
Attached single-family4
Small multifamily6
Large multifamily2
Mobile homes13
Housing mix
Single-family share76.4%
Attached-home share3.8%
Multifamily share7.6%
Mobile-home share12.3%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied67
Renter-occupied34
Vacant units5
Home value & age
Median home value$134,400
Owner homes $300k+4.5%
Owner homes $500k+4.5%
Owner homes $750k+1.5%
Median year built1970
Older-home share68.9%
Vehicle context
Households with cars101
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 19 hail, 17 wind, and 6 tornado reports in and near Ethan, SD, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 8, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Ethan?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Ethan, SD is 4.00″. It was reported near Betts, SD on August 8, 2009.

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

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

I am selling a home in Ethan — 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 Ethan address?

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