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

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Waco, TX from May 26, 1956 through April 29, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 76701 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
80
Wind Reports
156
Tornado Reports
11
Max Hail Size
4.50″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Waco, TX · 1956–present Updated  Daily · last Apr 29, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Waco, TX

30 reports
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1.00″ hail
May 2, 2025
7:39 PM UTC
Hail report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter sized hail was reported near the Waco Regional Airport.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 NNW Waco, TX
1.00″ hail
May 22, 2024
11:25 PM UTC
Hail report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report from mPING: Quarter (1.00 in.).
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SW Waco, TX
1.50″ hail
Apr 26, 2023
10:56 PM UTC
Hail report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PING PONG SIZED HAIL REPORTED AT MCCLENNAN COMMUNITY COLLEGE MAIN CAMPUS.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NNE Waco, TX
4.00″ hail
Apr 26, 2023
10:47 PM UTC
Hail report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SOFTBALL SIZED HAIL BOSQUEVILLE TO NEAR WACO REGIONAL AIRPORT.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 NNW Waco, TX
1.00″ hail
Apr 26, 2023
10:34 PM UTC
Hail report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAM RADIO REPORT OF QUARTER-SIZED HAIL NEAR BOSQUEVILLE ON THE NORTH SIDE OF WACO.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 N Waco, TX
1.00″ hail
Mar 10, 2023
3:58 AM UTC
Hail report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 W Waco, TX
1.00″ hail
Jun 20, 2019
8:45 AM UTC
Hail report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: DIME TO QUARTER SIZED HAIL REPORT RELAYED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA.
NWS Hail Report Location: Waco, TX
1.00″ hail
Apr 13, 2019
2:55 PM UTC
Hail report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Waco, TX
2.00″ hail
Apr 14, 2018
1:00 AM UTC
Hail report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: OFF HWY 84
NWS Hail Report Location: Waco, TX
1.00″ hail
Jun 13, 2016
4:32 AM UTC
Hail report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: DELAYED REPORT OF QUARTER SIZE HAIL NEAR MCLENNAN COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS. REPORT RELAYED VIA KXXV METEOROLOGIST.
NWS Hail Report Location: Waco, TX
1.75″ hail
Oct 2, 2014
5:59 PM CST-6
Hail report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf ball sized hail was reported just east of Baylor University.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.08 SE East Waco, TX
0.75″ hail
Apr 3, 2012
3:20 PM CST-6
Hail report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny sized hail was reported west of Woodway on the bridge crossing Lake Waco.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.67 SE Speegleville, TX
1.00″ hail
Apr 3, 2012
3:14 PM CST-6
Hail report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter sized hail was reported on the northwest side of Waco.
NWS Hail Report Location: .91 NW Waco, TX
1.75″ hail
Apr 3, 2012
2:52 PM CST-6
Hail report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf ball sized hail was reported 2 miles west of Waco Regional Airport.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 W Waco Madison Cooper, TX
0.75″ hail
Nov 21, 2011
11:25 PM CST-6
Hail report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Dime sized hail covered the ground at the Baylor University campus.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.72 SSE East Waco, 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 Waco, TX

30 reports
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72 mph
Apr 29, 2026
3:30 AM UTC
Wind report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A 72 mph wind gust was measured at Waco Regional Airport.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NW Waco, TX
67 mph
Apr 24, 2025
7:09 PM UTC
Wind report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 67 MPH gust measured at Waco Regional Airport.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NW Waco, TX
72 mph
Mar 17, 2025
10:16 AM UTC
Wind report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS station KACT Waco.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NW Waco, TX
72 mph
Mar 4, 2025
11:16 AM UTC
Wind report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 72 mph wind gust reported by KACT ASOS.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NW Waco, TX
59 mph
Sep 24, 2023
11:48 PM UTC
Wind report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: KACT 24036G52KT.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NW Waco, TX
UNK mph
Aug 27, 2023
8:10 PM UTC
Wind report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Waco Regional Airport reported planes overturned and sheet metal ripped off. The ASOS was also damaged.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NW Waco, TX
UNK mph
Jun 17, 2023
12:00 AM UTC
Wind report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down in yard. Time estimated both by radar and public report.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SW Waco, TX
59 mph
Jun 16, 2023
11:55 PM UTC
Wind report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Waco ASOS reports 51kt/59mph wind gust as of 6:55PM.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 NW Waco, TX
60 mph
Jun 11, 2023
12:03 AM UTC
Wind report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Waco...TX (ACT) ASOS reports gust of 52.0 knots (delayed report).
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NW Waco, TX
58 mph
May 6, 2023
4:53 AM UTC
Wind report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: DELAYED REPORT: KACT ASOS REPORTED 50 KNOT WIND GUST.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NW Waco, TX
63 mph
Apr 27, 2023
12:34 AM UTC
Wind report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: KACT.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NW Waco, TX
63 mph
Apr 26, 2023
10:39 PM UTC
Wind report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: WACO... TX (ACT) ASOS REPORTED A WIND GUST OF 55.0 KTS (63 MPH).
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NW Waco, TX
59 mph
May 25, 2022
1:50 AM UTC
Wind report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NW Waco, TX
58 mph
May 22, 2022
12:09 AM UTC
Wind report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: WACO REGIONAL (KACT) PK WND 29050KT.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NW Waco, TX
62 mph
May 5, 2022
5:30 PM UTC
Wind report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: WACO ASOS REPORTS 54 KT (62 MPH) GUST AT 1730Z (12:30CDT).
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NW Waco, 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 Waco, TX

11 reports
UNK category
Apr 26, 2023
10:26 PM UTC
Tornado report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: TWITTER VIDEO EVIDENCE OF A BRIEF... SMALL TORNADO IN THIS AREA. NO DAMAGE FOUND OR REPORTED.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 7 WNW Waco, TX
F2 category
May 5, 2006
11:45 PM CST
Tornado report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado was reported on Waco Drive by the media, just north of the damage swath produced by the downburst. A damage survey conducted by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth found that a tornado formed south of New Road and just west of Spur 298 (Franklin Avenue), or just north of Richland Mall. The tornado reached its peak intensity of lower F2 and did the most damage just east of Spur 298. Several commercial buildings had large sections of their roofs and walls damaged. A Coca-Cola Bottling Plant lost much of its roof and most of its inventory was damaged. A spokesman for the company stated that the tornado did well over $1 million worth of damage. An owner of an auto repair shop which was badly damaged estimated damages at $600,000. A horse barn owned by Baylor University was leveled and two horses killed. Numerous trees were downed and power lines snapped in and east of this area. The circulation weakened as it approached Interstate 35, and the tornado dissipated approximately three-fourths of a mile east of Interstate 35. A countywide disaster declaration was issued by the McLennan County judge.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Waco, TX
F1 category
Apr 28, 2006
11:20 PM CST
Tornado report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The National Weather Service in Fort Worth conducted a damage survey of the tornado that occurred in eastern Waco. Damage was first noted south of Kendall Lane, approximately 1.25 miles west of Loop 340. The tornado partially collapsed a two story house and damaged two other houses and numerous barns and outbuildings as it moved north-northeast between Kendall Lane and Orchard Lane. Several trees were also knocked down. The tornado dissipated north of Orchard Lane and deposited debris in a field to the north. Two people were injured as well as several horses.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Waco, TX
F0 category
Oct 19, 1993
7:15 PM CST
Tornado report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A brief touchdown was reported by a cooperative observer in Robinson.
NWS Tornado Report Location: S Waco, TX
F1 category
May 20, 1990
10:10 AM CST
Tornado report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, TX
F1 category
Feb 1, 1990
5:23 PM CST
Tornado report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, TX
F2 category
Oct 13, 1981
11:27 AM CST
Tornado report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, TX
F2 category
Apr 13, 1974
5:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, TX
F2 category
Mar 1, 1973
2:50 PM CST
Tornado report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, TX
F2 category
Oct 21, 1972
10:30 PM CDT
Tornado report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, TX
F2 category
Oct 21, 1972
10:30 PM CDT
Tornado report for Waco, TX
McLennan County · 71,932 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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NWS Storm Reports & Census Data

U.S. Census Data · City

Waco, TX area census snapshot

People & households
Population141,925
Households52,980
Housing units60,256
Income
Median household income$51,468
$100k+ households29.1%
$150k+ households9.2%
Housing stock
Single-family detached35,599
Attached single-family1,547
Small multifamily9,816
Large multifamily12,569
Mobile homes725
Housing mix
Single-family share59.1%
Attached-home share2.6%
Multifamily share37.2%
Mobile-home share1.2%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied25,913
Renter-occupied27,067
Vacant units7,276
Home value & age
Median home value$199,600
Owner homes $300k+24.4%
Owner homes $500k+8%
Owner homes $750k+2.2%
Median year built1977
Older-home share53.9%
Vehicle context
Households with cars49,283
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 80 hail, 156 wind, and 11 tornado reports in and near Waco, TX, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on April 29, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Waco?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Waco, TX is 4.50″. It was reported near Waco, TX on April 28, 1992.

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

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

I am selling a home in Waco — 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 Waco address?

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