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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Gratiot, WI

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Gratiot, WI from May 26, 1965 through May 23, 2024, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
3
Wind Reports
16
Tornado Reports
4
Max Hail Size
2.50″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Gratiot, WI · 1965–present Updated  Daily · last May 23, 2024

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Gratiot, WI

3 reports
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2.50″ hail
Apr 7, 2020
10:36 PM UTC
Hail report for Gratiot, WI
Lafayette County · 6,078 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: DELAYED REPORT. FACEBOOK REPORT.
NWS Hail Report Location: Gratiot, WI
1.75″ hail
Apr 3, 2011
8:50 PM CST-6
Hail report for Gratiot, WI
Lafayette County · 6,078 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Gratiot, WI
1.25″ hail
May 11, 2000
7:52 AM CST
Hail report for Gratiot, WI
Lafayette County · 6,078 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Gratiot, WI
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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 Gratiot, WI

16 reports
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UNK mph
May 23, 2024
12:59 AM UTC
Wind report for Gratiot, WI
Lafayette County · 6,078 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Damage is worst from State Highway 11 moving northeast from there.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 ESE Gratiot, WI
100 mph
May 23, 2024
12:56 AM UTC
Wind report for Gratiot, WI
Lafayette County · 6,078 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: NWS storm survey team estimates 90-100mph winds west of Gratiot. Barn with roof blown off.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 W Gratiot, WI
UNK mph
May 23, 2024
12:53 AM UTC
Wind report for Gratiot, WI
Lafayette County · 6,078 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: NWS Storm survey concludes that straight line wind damage occurred in association with 90 mph winds. This damage occurred in Lafayette County from State Hwy 11 between Kingsley Road and Cub Hollow Rd... northeast to the Red Rock area. Multiple trees... farm outbuildings... and sheds were damaged in this area with debris scattered/lying from southwest to northeast. Time of the damage is estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NW Gratiot, WI
UNK mph
May 23, 2024
12:53 AM UTC
Wind report for Gratiot, WI
Lafayette County · 6,078 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: An NWS Storm Survey concludes that 70 mph straight line winds caused damage to a farmstead southeast of Gratiot. Damage to trees and farm outbuildings was scattered/lying in one direction from southwest to northeast. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ESE Gratiot, WI
UNK mph
Jul 28, 2021
7:40 AM UTC
Wind report for Gratiot, WI
Lafayette County · 6,078 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A FEW TREES DOWN. TIME ESTIMATED BASED ON RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Gratiot, WI
UNK mph
Jul 14, 2018
12:00 AM UTC
Wind report for Gratiot, WI
Lafayette County · 6,078 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: *** 1 INJ *** CORRECTS PREVIOUS TSTM WND DMG REPORT FROM 5 SSE GRATIOT. CAMPER ROLLED WITH ONE INJURY REPORTED.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 SSE Gratiot, WI
64 mph
Jul 24, 2012
3:18 AM CST-6
Wind report for Gratiot, WI
Lafayette County · 6,078 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Law enforcement officials reported trees and power lines were blown down in a swath from Gratiot to South Wayne by severe thunderstorm wind gusts estimated at 56 knots (64 mph).
NWS Wind Report Location: N Gratiot, WI
58 mph
Jun 8, 2008
6:45 PM CST-6
Wind report for Gratiot, WI
Lafayette County · 6,078 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Powerful thunderstorms winds knocked down large trees.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 W Gratiot, WI
60 mph
Aug 26, 2004
10:45 PM CST
Wind report for Gratiot, WI
Lafayette County · 6,078 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Gratiot, WI
64 mph
Aug 21, 2002
5:00 PM CST
Wind report for Gratiot, WI
Lafayette County · 6,078 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 SSE Gratiot, WI
64 mph
Apr 18, 2002
8:30 PM CST
Wind report for Gratiot, WI
Lafayette County · 6,078 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Gratiot, WI
UNK mph
Jul 10, 2000
2:00 AM CST
Wind report for Gratiot, WI
Lafayette County · 6,078 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Gratiot, WI
UNK mph
Jun 21, 1997
5:39 AM CST
Wind report for Gratiot, WI
Lafayette County · 6,078 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Gratiot, WI
UNK mph
Apr 5, 1997
4:25 PM CST
Wind report for Gratiot, WI
Lafayette County · 6,078 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Gratiot, WI
UNK mph
Nov 9, 1975
8:30 PM CST
Wind report for Gratiot, WI
Lafayette County · 6,078 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Not provided, WI
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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 Gratiot, WI

4 reports
EF1 category
Jun 21, 2010
6:39 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Gratiot, WI
Lafayette County · 6,078 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF1 tornado developed in a rural area about 4.5 miles southeast of Darlington about 1/2 mile southwest of the intersection of Walnut Road and Pecatonica Road. The tornado moved east-northeast for about 2.2 miles, and dissipated about 0.4 miles north of the intersection of Walnut Road and Tish Road. Tornadic damage was sporadic in the second-half of the tornado's life. One residence experienced siding and window damage. An outbuilding used as a garage on a farmstead lost its metal roof. One large hardwood tree was blown down and other tree limbs were broken. Minor crop damage was noted, but loss estimates were not available. The exact start location was Lat 42.63352 Lon. -90.04077. The exact end location was Lat. 42.64554 Lon. -90.00035. The EF-rating was based on DI 1 (SBO), DOD 5 which suggests wind speeds between 90 and 95 mph. Average path width was 50 yards.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3.85 NNW Gratiot, WI
EF0 category
Jul 27, 2009
7:10 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Gratiot, WI
Lafayette County · 6,078 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A NWS storm survey team found evidence of a brief tornado about 2 miles northeast of the Village of Gratiot on a farm just southwest of the intersection of STH 78 and West Chruch Rd. It moved east-southeast on a 95 degree bearing and dissipated on STH 78. Damage was limited mainly to trees (uprooted or branches snapped). The beginning/ending GPS coordinates were 41.60841/-89.99102 and 42.60773/-89.98941 with a damage indicator of DI 27 (TH), DOD 3. The winds were estimated at about 80 mph, and the average path width about 15 yards.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.45 NE Gratiot, WI
F1 category
May 8, 1988
3:10 PM CST
Tornado report for Gratiot, WI
Lafayette County · 6,078 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, WI
F1 category
Jun 11, 1967
2:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Gratiot, WI
Lafayette County · 6,078 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, WI
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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

Gratiot, WI area census snapshot

People & households
Population215
Households106
Housing units131
Income
Median household income$40,938
$100k+ households28.3%
$150k+ households15.1%
Housing stock
Single-family detached85
Attached single-family0
Small multifamily20
Large multifamily0
Mobile homes4
Housing mix
Single-family share64.9%
Attached-home share--
Multifamily share15.3%
Mobile-home share3.1%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied64
Renter-occupied42
Vacant units25
Home value & age
Median home value$131,300
Owner homes $300k+--
Owner homes $500k+--
Owner homes $750k+--
Median year built1958
Older-home share77.9%
Vehicle context
Households with cars106
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 3 hail, 16 wind, and 4 tornado reports in and near Gratiot, WI, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on May 23, 2024.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Gratiot?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Gratiot, WI is 2.50″. It was reported near Gratiot, WI on April 7, 2020.

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

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

I am selling a home in Gratiot — 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 Gratiot address?

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