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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in Pennington County, SD

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports across Pennington County, SD from May 24, 1955 through September 7, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 57702 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
1,601
Wind Reports
782
Tornado Reports
45
Max Hail Size
4.50″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Pennington County, SD · 1955–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 7, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in Pennington County

30 reports
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0.70″ hail
Aug 23, 2026
9:20 PM UTC
Hail report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Hayward, SD
0.88″ hail
Aug 23, 2026
8:52 PM UTC
Hail report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 Sse Rockerville, SD
1.00″ hail
Aug 23, 2026
8:26 PM UTC
Hail report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Johnson Siding, SD
1.75″ hail
Aug 23, 2026
8:19 PM UTC
Hail report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Via social media. Time estimated based on radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: Pactola Resv, SD
0.50″ hail
Aug 23, 2026
7:55 PM UTC
Hail report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 N Silver City, SD
1.25″ hail
Aug 19, 2026
2:08 AM UTC
Hail report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 S Dwtn Rapid City, SD
1.50″ hail
Aug 19, 2026
2:06 AM UTC
Hail report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report sent to media livestream then relayed via Slack.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 Ssw Dwtn Rapid City, SD
1.00″ hail
Aug 19, 2026
2:03 AM UTC
Hail report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report sent to media livestream then relayed via Slack.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 Ne Rockerville, SD
1.00″ hail
Aug 19, 2026
2:02 AM UTC
Hail report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report sent to media livestream then relayed via Slack.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 Ssw Dwtn Rapid City, SD
1.50″ hail
Aug 19, 2026
2:01 AM UTC
Hail report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report sent to media livestream then relayed via Slack
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 Sw Dwtn Rapid City, SD
1.50″ hail
Aug 19, 2026
1:59 AM UTC
Hail report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Time estimated via radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 Wsw Dwtn Rapid City, SD
0.88″ hail
Aug 16, 2026
11:27 PM UTC
Hail report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Via Spotter Network.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 Nw Dwtn Rapid City, SD
1.00″ hail
Aug 11, 2026
11:45 PM UTC
Hail report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 Wnw Hill City, SD
3.00″ hail
Aug 11, 2026
9:19 PM UTC
Hail report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Along Highway 40. Photo via social media. Time estimated based on radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 Wnw Hermosa, SD
3.00″ hail
Aug 11, 2026
9:15 PM UTC
Hail report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Reported on Rushmore Ranch Rd. Photo via social media. Time estimated based on radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 Nne Hayward, 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 Pennington County

30 reports
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53 mph
Sep 7, 2026
7:27 AM UTC
Wind report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Nw Wasta, SD
57 mph
Sep 7, 2026
7:22 AM UTC
Wind report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 Wnw New Underwood, SD
66 mph
Sep 7, 2026
7:15 AM UTC
Wind report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Wnw Caputa, SD
59 mph
Sep 7, 2026
7:12 AM UTC
Wind report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 Wnw New Underwood, SD
53 mph
Sep 7, 2026
7:05 AM UTC
Wind report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Wnw Caputa, SD
67 mph
Sep 7, 2026
7:05 AM UTC
Wind report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Rapid City Arpt, SD
52 mph
Sep 7, 2026
7:04 AM UTC
Wind report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 Sw Rapid City Arpt, SD
51 mph
Sep 7, 2026
7:04 AM UTC
Wind report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Ene Rockerville, SD
50 mph
Aug 31, 2026
12:31 AM UTC
Wind report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Nw Wasta, SD
55 mph
Aug 31, 2026
12:21 AM UTC
Wind report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Nw Wasta, SD
50 mph
Aug 31, 2026
12:20 AM UTC
Wind report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 8 S Wall, SD
51 mph
Aug 31, 2026
12:15 AM UTC
Wind report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Wasta, SD
56 mph
Aug 31, 2026
12:11 AM UTC
Wind report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Nw Wasta, SD
53 mph
Aug 31, 2026
12:09 AM UTC
Wind report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Nnw Scenic, SD
52 mph
Aug 31, 2026
12:01 AM UTC
Wind report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Nw Wasta, 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 Pennington County

30 reports
UNK category
Jun 13, 2016
10:30 PM UTC
Tornado report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: STRUCTURE DAMAGE TO SEVERAL HOMES
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 NNE Hermosa, SD
EF1 category
May 27, 2014
12:17 PM MST-7
Tornado report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado snapped and uprooted Ponderosa pine trees in the central Black Hills west of Rapid City. A tree fell on a house and damaged its roof.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.55 NNW Silver City, SD
EF1 category
Aug 11, 2013
1:28 PM MST-7
Tornado report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A small tornado touched down south of Hill City near the Mickelson Trail. It continued to the south, crossing the Needles Highway (SD Highway 87) east of US Highway 16/385. The tornado blew down and snapped numerous large Ponderosa Pine trees and blew a few shingles off a house. The trees fell onto power lines, which caused the poles to fall.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.87 SSW Hill City, SD
EF0 category
May 9, 2011
10:07 PM MST-7
Tornado report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A large electric transmission tower was crumpled, seven wooden power poles were snapped, and trees were snapped.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 8.18 E Creighton, SD
EF0 category
Jun 20, 2010
4:57 PM MST-7
Tornado report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A weak tornado caused minor tree damage in a windbreak on the west side of Wall. Other trees were blown down across the north side of town and a travel trailer was blown over along Creighton Road on the east side of town.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .25 SSE Wall Muni Arpt, SD
EF1 category
Jul 8, 2009
4:06 PM MST-7
Tornado report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado blew down and snapped pine trees from Forest Service (FS) Road 376 to the Custer Limestone Road (FS Road 284). The survey could not determine whether the path was longer as the surrounding area was covered with downed trees from the 2000 Jasper Fire. The event time was estimated from radar.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 12.51 SSW Deerfield, SD
EF1 category
Jun 10, 2008
5:55 PM MST-7
Tornado report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado touched southeast of Four Corners, Wyoming and traveled northeastward into the Black Hills of far western South Dakota. It blew down and snapped almost 600 acres of trees on the Black Hills National Forest. The tornado track was determined from a US Forest Service aerial survey; time of the tornado was estimated from Doppler Radar.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 11.46 WNW Deerfield, SD
F0 category
May 30, 1996
4:10 PM MST
Tornado report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 7 S Rapid City, SD
F0 category
May 30, 1996
3:30 PM MST
Tornado report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 13 S Rapid City, SD
UNK category
Jul 13, 1995
6:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A small tornado was reported to have touched down briefly and caused structural damage to some grain bins.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Wall 4 N, SD
F0 category
Aug 11, 1994
5:48 PM MST
Tornado report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: ,,,,,,,,(G52), Hail(075)
NWS Tornado Report Location: SE Kadoka Sd, SD
F0 category
Aug 11, 1994
5:10 PM MST
Tornado report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: ,,,,,,,,(G52), Hail(075)
NWS Tornado Report Location: W Philip Sd, SD
F0 category
Jun 7, 1994
7:10 PM MDT
Tornado report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Some ranch buildings were damaged in Stanley County.
NWS Tornado Report Location: W To 5 W Hayes, SD
F2 category
Jun 7, 1994
4:50 PM MDT
Tornado report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Numerous sightings were reported of this large tornado which was visble to National Weather Service personnel 40 miles away.
NWS Tornado Report Location: N Wasta To 10 N, SD
F0 category
Jun 7, 1994
4:10 PM MDT
Tornado report for Pennington County, SD
Pennington County · 31,552 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 · County

Pennington County, SD area census snapshot

People & households
Population112,081
Households45,698
Housing units50,655
Income
Median household income$70,768
$100k+ households38.8%
$150k+ households12.9%
Housing stock
Single-family detached31,552
Attached single-family2,941
Small multifamily4,548
Large multifamily6,676
Mobile homes4,767
Housing mix
Single-family share62.3%
Attached-home share5.8%
Multifamily share22.2%
Mobile-home share9.4%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied31,568
Renter-occupied14,130
Vacant units4,957
Home value & age
Median home value$270,400
Owner homes $300k+40.9%
Owner homes $500k+14.6%
Owner homes $750k+5.0%
Median year built1982
Older-home share48.1%
Vehicle context
Households with cars43,147
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 1,601 hail, 782 wind, and 45 tornado reports in Pennington County, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 7, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Pennington County?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in Pennington County is 4.50″. It was reported near Wall, SD on June 13, 2022.

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

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

I am selling a home in Pennington 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 Pennington County address?

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