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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in Runnels County, TX

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports across Runnels County, TX from June 16, 1955 through September 10, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
301
Wind Reports
133
Tornado Reports
57
Max Hail Size
4.50″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Runnels County, TX · 1955–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 10, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in Runnels County

30 reports
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1.75″ hail
May 19, 2026
6:00 PM UTC
Hail report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 WSW Rowena, TX
1.25″ hail
May 19, 2026
5:50 PM UTC
Hail report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Miles, TX
3.25″ hail
May 10, 2026
10:20 PM UTC
Hail report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report from mPING: Baseball+ (3.25 in.).
NWS Hail Report Location: Hatchel, TX
1.75″ hail
May 10, 2026
10:03 PM UTC
Hail report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 ESE Wilmeth, TX
1.75″ hail
Apr 15, 2026
11:50 PM UTC
Hail report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Miles, TX
1.75″ hail
May 31, 2025
2:10 AM UTC
Hail report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Possible broken windows from hail in Winters.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 WSW Winters, TX
1.75″ hail
Apr 24, 2025
1:26 AM UTC
Hail report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Mostly 3/4 to 1 inch hail with some golf ball size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: Wingate, TX
1.25″ hail
Apr 20, 2025
1:25 AM UTC
Hail report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Wingate, TX
1.00″ hail
May 31, 2024
5:02 AM UTC
Hail report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Heavy rain and 1 inch hail reported by the Wingate fire Chief... along with 50 to 60+ mph gusts... Damage to skylights... trees... and livestock.
NWS Hail Report Location: Wingate, TX
2.50″ hail
May 31, 2024
4:40 AM UTC
Hail report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Tennis ball sized hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: Wingate, TX
1.50″ hail
May 31, 2024
4:31 AM UTC
Hail report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter to Ping pong ball size hail in Wingate.
NWS Hail Report Location: Wingate, TX
2.50″ hail
May 22, 2024
10:20 PM UTC
Hail report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Wingate, TX
1.00″ hail
May 22, 2024
6:43 PM UTC
Hail report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Wingate, TX
1.50″ hail
May 11, 2024
9:14 PM UTC
Hail report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAM radio operator relayed a report of ping pong ball sized hail at the hospital in Ballinger.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NW Ballinger, TX
1.50″ hail
May 11, 2024
9:12 PM UTC
Hail report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public report of ping pong ball sized hail at the Walmart in Ballinger.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SSW Ballinger, 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 Runnels County

30 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 10, 2026
10:39 PM UTC
Wind report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm wind damage to the Ballinger Memorial Hospital_ including significant roof damage to the Ballinger Memorial Hospital Professional Building.
NWS Wind Report Location: Ballinger, TX
UNK mph
May 10, 2026
10:30 PM UTC
Wind report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Wind damage to KRUN Radio station building.
NWS Wind Report Location: Ballinger, TX
75 mph
May 10, 2026
10:28 PM UTC
Wind report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Ballinger, TX
UNK mph
May 10, 2026
10:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree limb snapped.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Ballinger, TX
65 mph
May 23, 2025
1:59 AM UTC
Wind report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Facebook report of estimated 65 mph winds. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Ballinger, TX
61 mph
Nov 9, 2024
1:00 AM UTC
Wind report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TWDB Mesonet report.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Ballinger, TX
UNK mph
Aug 3, 2024
10:10 PM UTC
Wind report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Social media report and photo of a tree blown down at the Runnels County Courthouse in Ballinger.
NWS Wind Report Location: Ballinger, TX
UNK mph
Aug 3, 2024
10:10 PM UTC
Wind report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The Runnels County Sheriff Office reported a power line blown down along Highway 83... just southeast of Ballinger.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SE Ballinger, TX
UNK mph
Aug 3, 2024
10:10 PM UTC
Wind report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The Runnels County Sheriff Office reported 2 power lines blown down in Ballinger. A vacant warehouse had damage to part of the roof... and part of the front of the building.
NWS Wind Report Location: Ballinger, TX
UNK mph
Jun 10, 2024
11:02 PM UTC
Wind report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Window broken in Ballinger.
NWS Wind Report Location: Ballinger, TX
UNK mph
May 31, 2024
5:02 AM UTC
Wind report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Wingate Fire Chief reported wind gusts from 50 to 60+ mph overnight... with several small buildings blown over or blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: Wingate, TX
UNK mph
Apr 1, 2024
9:10 PM UTC
Wind report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 1-inch tree limbs broken and shingles blown off.
NWS Wind Report Location: Wingate, TX
UNK mph
Aug 13, 2023
1:05 AM UTC
Wind report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Power poles down in Ballinger due to strong winds... started around 805PM. Estimates wind gusts around 50 mph.
NWS Wind Report Location: Ballinger, TX
UNK mph
Aug 13, 2023
12:20 AM UTC
Wind report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Power poles down in Winters due to strong winds... started around 720PM. Estimates wind gusts around 50 mph.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WSW Winters, TX
UNK mph
Jul 10, 2022
12:20 AM UTC
Wind report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ROOF DAMAGE REPORTED AT LIQUOR STORE AT HIGHWAY 67 AND FM 381 IN ROWENA. TIME ESTIMATED VIA RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Rowena, 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 Runnels County

30 reports
UNK category
Nov 10, 2024
1:18 AM UTC
Tornado report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: (Delayed Report) Tornado spotted from Ballinger looking northeast towards Benoit.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 NNW Benoit, TX
UNK category
May 25, 2024
8:48 PM UTC
Tornado report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Tornado on ground reported by trained spotter on FM1770 and FM382 looking north 1 to 2 miles. Visible dirt and dust kicking up from the base.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 SSW Lawn, TX
UNK category
May 2, 2024
11:02 PM UTC
Tornado report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Spotter reported a tornado on the ground 2 miles southeast of Ballinger.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 ESE Ballinger, TX
UNK category
May 2, 2024
10:59 PM UTC
Tornado report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The public reported a tornado on the ground 2.3 miles east of Ballinger... moving east.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 E Ballinger, TX
UNK category
May 18, 2019
1:40 PM UTC
Tornado report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: FLOODING OF SOME HOMES HAS BEEN REPORTED IN BALLINGER.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Ballinger, TX
UNK category
May 18, 2019
12:40 PM UTC
Tornado report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: BSAEBALL STADIUM DAMAGED.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 ENE Ballinger, TX
UNK category
May 18, 2019
12:37 PM UTC
Tornado report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: ONE PERSON INJURIED AND TAKEN TO THE HOSPITAL.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Ballinger, TX
UNK category
May 18, 2019
12:37 PM UTC
Tornado report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: DAMAGE TRACK IN BALLINGER IS FROM THE COUNTRY CLUB TO THE HIGH SCHOOL. TREES WERE SNAPPED AND BLOWN DOWN... DAMAGE TO SOME HOMES... AND POWER LINES ARE DOWN... ON THE NORTH SIDE OF BALLINGER.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 NW Ballinger, TX
UNK category
May 18, 2019
12:36 PM UTC
Tornado report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: *** 1 INJ *** HOUSE DEMOLISHED OFF OF FM2111 WITH POSSIBLE INJURY.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 WSW Ballinger, TX
UNK category
May 19, 2017
8:23 PM UTC
Tornado report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: QUARTER HAIL AS WELL
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 W Winters, TX
EF1 category
Apr 24, 2015
2:37 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A National Weather Survey team found damage from an EF1 tornado that tracked across rural areas of northeast Runnels County into northwest Coleman County. The tornado began about 11 miles east northeast of Winters. The storm crossed the Runnels and Coleman County Line at approximately 5 miles west southwest of Novice and ended about 2 miles north of Novice. The most significant damage was at |FM 1770 and FM 382 where the team observed snapped oak and mesquite tree trunks. This tornado became rain wrapped and was also videotaped by a storm chaser located near Novice.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4.1 SW Okeen, TX
EF0 category
May 30, 2012
5:38 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A brief tornado was reported along the Runnels and Concho County Line approximately 2 miles east of U.S. Highway 83. This tornado was also recorded on video.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 8.9 SE Ballinger Bruce Arpt, TX
EF0 category
May 2, 2007
1:08 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado briefly touched down and destroyed a barn. No other damage was noted.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .59 E Maverick, TX
EF0 category
Apr 30, 2007
9:10 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This tornado started near highway 67 southwest of Ballinger and moved to the east southeast. The tornado lifted just to the southe of Bruce Field airport. Damage was limited to mainly tin roofs and trees. However a tractor trailer was overturned and two hangers at the airport were damaged as well. The tornado also killed some livestock as well.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.24 NW Ballinger Bruce Arpt, TX
F0 category
May 24, 2002
8:20 PM CST
Tornado report for Runnels County, TX
Runnels County · 4,458 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Law enforcement reported a brief tornado over open country.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 W Benoit, 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 · County

Runnels County, TX area census snapshot

People & households
Population9,880
Households3,800
Housing units4,989
Income
Median household income$63,490
$100k+ households32%
$150k+ households11.5%
Housing stock
Single-family detached4,458
Attached single-family28
Small multifamily181
Large multifamily12
Mobile homes310
Housing mix
Single-family share89.4%
Attached-home share0.6%
Multifamily share3.9%
Mobile-home share6.2%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied2,837
Renter-occupied963
Vacant units1,189
Home value & age
Median home value$103,700
Owner homes $300k+7.4%
Owner homes $500k+2.3%
Owner homes $750k+0.5%
Median year built1958
Older-home share77.8%
Vehicle context
Households with cars3,676
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 301 hail, 133 wind, and 57 tornado reports in Runnels County, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 10, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Runnels County?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in Runnels County is 4.50″. It was reported near N Hatchel, TX on June 12, 2014.

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

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

I am selling a home in Runnels 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 Runnels County address?

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