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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Harlingen, TX

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Harlingen, TX from March 21, 1956 through May 9, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 78550 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
15
Wind Reports
45
Tornado Reports
9
Max Hail Size
2.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Harlingen, TX · 1956–present Updated  Daily · last May 9, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Harlingen, TX

15 reports
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1.00″ hail
Apr 21, 2023
9:30 PM UTC
Hail report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 WSW Harlingen, TX
1.25″ hail
Apr 3, 2017
2:33 AM UTC
Hail report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: NWS EMPLOYEE REPORTS HALF DOLLAR SIZE HAIL ON NORTH SIDE OF HARLINGEN.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 N Harlingen, TX
1.00″ hail
Apr 3, 2017
2:09 AM UTC
Hail report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL REPORTED BY FAA AT HARLINGEN AIRPORT.
NWS Hail Report Location: Harlingen, TX
1.75″ hail
Apr 3, 2017
2:03 AM UTC
Hail report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: GOLF BALL SIZE HAIL IN NORTH HARLINGEN AT THE INTERSECTION OF 7TH STREET AND VINSON.
NWS Hail Report Location: Harlingen, TX
1.25″ hail
May 12, 2012
4:20 PM CST-6
Hail report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel to quarter size hail reported at Altas Palmas and Highway 83 and quarter size hail along Highway 83 on the west side of Harlingen. Report from spouse of NWS employee that car windshield was broken from the hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: .5 NNW Stuart Place, TX
0.88″ hail
May 12, 2012
4:15 PM CST-6
Hail report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel sized hail was reported by the public on the west side of Harlingen along the Highway 77 and 83 interchange at 515 PM; penny sized hail was reported at the intersection of Harrison and U.S. Highway 77 at 520 PM, with another report of penny sized hail at the same time relayed by amateur radio from the general public in the same area. Continuation of the hail for another five minutes was estimated by radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.23 NW Harlingen, TX
1.75″ hail
Mar 14, 2000
6:55 AM CST
Hail report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Harlingen, TX
1.75″ hail
Apr 26, 1999
4:45 PM CST
Hail report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Harlingen, TX
1.75″ hail
Feb 1, 1998
4:18 PM CST
Hail report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Harlingen, TX
1.75″ hail
Mar 9, 1994
7:10 AM CST
Hail report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A severe thunderstorm formed along the Rio Grande River as a cold front was moving through deep South Texas. The storm produced hail up to one-inch in diameter and very strong wind gusts near Weslaco. As the storm moved eastward, it continued to produce hail in eastern Hidalgo and western Cameron County. Hail up to golf ball-size fell in the west side of Harlingen. Marble-size hail was reported between Weslaco and Harlingen in the towns of La Feria and Los Fresnos.
NWS Hail Report Location: Harlingen, TX
0.75″ hail
Jun 3, 1987
1:07 PM CST
Hail report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, TX
1.25″ hail
Jun 30, 1975
2:00 PM CST
Hail report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, TX
1.75″ hail
May 8, 1972
1:45 PM CST
Hail report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, TX
1.75″ hail
May 12, 1969
6:00 PM CST
Hail report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, TX
2.00″ hail
Mar 21, 1956
3:45 PM CST
Hail report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, TX
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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 Harlingen, TX

30 reports
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UNK mph
May 9, 2026
3:19 PM UTC
Wind report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 2.5 ESE Harlingen. Public reported a large tree snapped in half near Mariposa LN and Treasure Hills Blvd southeast of Harlingen... TX.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SE Harlingen, TX
UNK mph
May 9, 2026
3:19 PM UTC
Wind report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Public reported a large tree snapped in half near Mariposa LN and Treasure Hills Blvd southeast of Harlingen... TX.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.5 Ese Harlingen, TX
UNK mph
May 9, 2026
3:07 PM UTC
Wind report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 2.5 SSE Harlingen. Public reported tall signs... vehicles... and canopied buildings damaged outside of a credit union and home improvement store around 2 miles SSE of Harlingen.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSE Harlingen, TX
UNK mph
May 9, 2026
3:07 PM UTC
Wind report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Public reported downed telephone poles on S. Ed Carey Dr. Radar estimated time.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3.5 S Harlingen, TX
UNK mph
May 9, 2026
3:07 PM UTC
Wind report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Public reported tall signs... vehicles... and canopied buildings damaged outside of a credit union and home improvement store around 2.5 miles SSE of Harlingen.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.5 Sse Harlingen, TX
74 mph
Sep 16, 2023
9:19 PM UTC
Wind report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The ASOS station at the Valley International Airport in Harlingen gusted to 74 mph at 4:19PM CDT.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NE Harlingen, TX
71 mph
Sep 16, 2023
9:08 PM UTC
Wind report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The ASOS at Harlingen Airport gusted to 71 mph at 4:08PM CDT.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NE Harlingen, TX
UNK mph
Jun 5, 2023
12:32 AM UTC
Wind report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: An NWS Employee sent in a picture of a power pole leaning on Grimes Rd east of the Fire Station. Time estimated by radar and the wind gust recorded at KHRL during the event.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ENE Harlingen, TX
82 mph
Jun 5, 2023
12:31 AM UTC
Wind report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Valley International Airport gusted to 82 mph at 731 PM CDT.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NE Harlingen, TX
61 mph
May 1, 2023
6:14 AM UTC
Wind report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: VALLEY INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT HARLINGEN ASOS.
NWS Wind Report Location: Harlingen, TX
61 mph
Apr 23, 2023
6:03 PM UTC
Wind report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NE Harlingen, TX
58 mph
May 26, 2022
11:20 AM UTC
Wind report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: .
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNE Harlingen, TX
UNK mph
Oct 22, 2021
8:40 PM UTC
Wind report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: PUBLIC REPORTED LIMBS DOWN ON SOCIAL MEDIA NEAR HARLINGEN SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL. TIME ESTIMATED BASED ON RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 S Abram-Perezville, TX
UNK mph
Aug 2, 2020
1:30 AM UTC
Wind report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A LARGE METAL AWNING FROM A LOCAL CONVENIENT GAS STATION SEVERLY DAMAGED AND PARTIALLY BLOWN OFF. ESTIMATED WINDS OF AT LEAST 60 TO 70 MPH AT THE INTERSECTION IF BASS BLVD AND BUSINESS 83.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ENE Adams Gardens, TX
UNK mph
Aug 2, 2020
1:30 AM UTC
Wind report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A LARGE METAL AWNING FROM A LOCAL CONVENIENT GAS STATION SEVERLY DAMAGED AND PARTIALLY BLOWN OFF. ESTIMATED WINDS OF AT LEAST 60 TO 70 MPH.
NWS Wind Report Location: Harlingen, TX
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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 Harlingen, TX

9 reports
F0 category
Aug 31, 2005
4:35 PM CST
Tornado report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Harlingen, TX
F0 category
Sep 9, 2001
5:48 PM CST
Tornado report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Several weak landspout-type tornadoes formed along the leading of a stationary front. The tornadoes were weak, small, and short-lived, with none lasting more than five minutes. This particular tornado was reported by an off-duty NWS forecaster.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 NW Harlingen, TX
F0 category
Sep 9, 2001
5:11 PM CST
Tornado report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Several weak landspout-type tornadoes formed along the leading of a stationary front. The tornadoes were weak, small, and short-lived, with none lasting more than five minutes.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Harlingen, TX
F0 category
Dec 31, 1996
11:00 AM CST
Tornado report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Harlingen, TX
F0 category
Sep 23, 1991
11:30 AM CST
Tornado report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, TX
F0 category
Apr 29, 1991
7:03 AM CST
Tornado report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, TX
F1 category
Sep 16, 1988
2:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, TX
F0 category
Sep 16, 1988
1:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, TX
F3 category
May 12, 1969
6:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Harlingen, TX
Cameron County · 101,430 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, TX
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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

Harlingen, TX area census snapshot

People & households
Population71,669
Households25,788
Housing units29,487
Income
Median household income$55,891
$100k+ households30.8%
$150k+ households9.9%
Housing stock
Single-family detached17,612
Attached single-family863
Small multifamily5,063
Large multifamily2,888
Mobile homes3,005
Housing mix
Single-family share59.7%
Attached-home share2.9%
Multifamily share27.0%
Mobile-home share10.2%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied14,807
Renter-occupied10,981
Vacant units3,699
Home value & age
Median home value$125,700
Owner homes $300k+9.8%
Owner homes $500k+1.9%
Owner homes $750k+0.4%
Median year built1987
Older-home share37.8%
Vehicle context
Households with cars24,320
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 15 hail, 45 wind, and 9 tornado reports in and near Harlingen, TX, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on May 9, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Harlingen?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Harlingen, TX is 2.00″. It was reported near Harlingen, TX on March 21, 1956.

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

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

I am selling a home in Harlingen — 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 Harlingen address?

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