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

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Highland, WI from May 27, 1991 through June 17, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
6
Wind Reports
14
Tornado Reports
3
Max Hail Size
2.50″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Highland, WI · 1991–present Updated  Daily · last Jun 17, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Highland, WI

6 reports
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2.50″ hail
Aug 7, 2021
10:09 PM UTC
Hail report for Highland, WI
Iowa County · 8,936 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: MULTIPLE REPORTS OF TENNIS BALL SIZED HAIL FROM FARMERS IN NW IOWA COUNTY VIA NWS DAMAGE SURVEY. NO MEASUREMENTS... BUT SAID TWO HAIL STONES WOULD FIT END TO END ON A DOLLAR BILL OR SLIGHTLY LOWER.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 NNW Highland, WI
1.75″ hail
Jun 8, 2011
5:14 PM CST-6
Hail report for Highland, WI
Iowa County · 8,936 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 7 N Highland, WI
2.50″ hail
Jun 8, 2011
5:13 PM CST-6
Hail report for Highland, WI
Iowa County · 8,936 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The report was received from WMTV-15 in Madison.
NWS Hail Report Location: 7 N Highland, WI
1.00″ hail
Jun 8, 2011
5:12 PM CST-6
Hail report for Highland, WI
Iowa County · 8,936 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 7 N Highland, WI
1.00″ hail
Jun 8, 2011
4:28 PM CST-6
Hail report for Highland, WI
Iowa County · 8,936 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 7 N Highland, WI
1.75″ hail
May 27, 1991
5:14 PM CST
Hail report for Highland, WI
Iowa County · 8,936 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, 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 Highland, WI

14 reports
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UNK mph
Jun 17, 2026
11:03 PM UTC
Wind report for Highland, WI
Iowa County · 8,936 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Report of multiple trees down with at least one tree snapped at the base along with several other split or large branches down. Also home satellite dish ripped off the roof along with powerlines down around the property off of State Highway 80 north of Highland... WI. Time estimated based off of radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNE Highland, WI
UNK mph
Apr 14, 2026
5:10 AM UTC
Wind report for Highland, WI
Iowa County · 8,936 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Reports of trees twisted and down along with roof damage along Delany Street and Dodgeville Street in Village of Highland. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Highland, WI
UNK mph
Jun 12, 2024
10:00 PM UTC
Wind report for Highland, WI
Iowa County · 8,936 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Iowa county emergency management reported a tree down on Adams Hill Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 ENE Highland, WI
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2021
10:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Highland, WI
Iowa County · 8,936 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: COUNTY SHERIFF REPORTS BARN DAMAGE AND TREES TOPPED ALONG CAMP ROAD NORTH OF HIGHLAND. POSSIBLE TORNADO.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Highland, WI
UNK mph
Jul 20, 2017
12:19 AM UTC
Wind report for Highland, WI
Iowa County · 8,936 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES AND POWER LINES DOWN IN THE WESTERN PART OF IOWA COUNTY. NO OTHER DETAILS AVAILABLE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E Highland, WI
64 mph
Jul 18, 2012
4:42 PM CST-6
Wind report for Highland, WI
Iowa County · 8,936 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Law enforcement officials reported a hay wagon was blown over by severe thunderstorm wind gusts estimated at 65 mph (56 knots).
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Highland, WI
75 mph
Aug 9, 2009
2:13 PM CST-6
Wind report for Highland, WI
Iowa County · 8,936 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Law enforcement reported a number of trees blown down by strong thunderstorm wind gusts in and around the village of Highland.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Highland, WI
60 mph
Aug 11, 2007
11:25 PM CST-6
Wind report for Highland, WI
Iowa County · 8,936 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Powerful thunderstorm wind gusts to around 52 knots (60 mph) toppled saeveral large trees and branches. A power-line was damaged.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 NNW Highland, WI
58 mph
Aug 24, 2006
12:15 PM CST
Wind report for Highland, WI
Iowa County · 8,936 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Garbage cans were reported being airborne with large broken tree limbs.
NWS Wind Report Location: Highland, WI
64 mph
Aug 4, 2005
2:30 AM CST
Wind report for Highland, WI
Iowa County · 8,936 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 NNE Highland, WI
60 mph
Apr 18, 2002
6:36 PM CST
Wind report for Highland, WI
Iowa County · 8,936 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W Highland, WI
64 mph
Aug 17, 2000
1:27 AM CST
Wind report for Highland, WI
Iowa County · 8,936 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Highland, WI
60 mph
Aug 5, 1996
4:05 PM CST
Wind report for Highland, WI
Iowa County · 8,936 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Highland, WI
UNK mph
Apr 18, 1994
5:05 PM CST
Wind report for Highland, WI
Iowa County · 8,936 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Highland, 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 Highland, WI

3 reports
UNK category
Aug 7, 2021
10:09 PM UTC
Tornado report for Highland, WI
Iowa County · 8,936 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: NWS DAMAGE SURVEY IN NW IOWA COUNTY FOUND LOW END EF-1 TORNADO DAMAGE. MAIN STRUCTURAL DAMAGE TO TWO BARNS ON A PROPERTY NORTH OF HIGHLAND ON CAMP RD. OTHERWISE... MAINLY SPORADIC TREE DAMAGE EAST OF THERE.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 NNW Highland, WI
EF2 category
Jun 29, 2014
9:18 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Highland, WI
Iowa County · 8,936 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A long track swath of sporadic to continuous tornado damage. Hundreds of trees uprooted, snapped, and damaged. Dozens of farm buildings damaged or destroyed, including many silos down. 59 homes damaged with 4 destroyed. Intermittent damaging downburst winds were likely adjacent to the tornado path. An area of corn leveled.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3.12 NNW Montfort Jct, WI
EF0 category
Jun 18, 2009
10:27 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Highland, WI
Iowa County · 8,936 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A brief, weak, minimal EFO tornado spun up around 5 miles east-northeast of Highland. A few large trees were uprooted or damaged around the intersection of CTH P and Council Bluffs Road. Average path width was about 25 yards. Maximum wind speeds were estimated at 56 to 61 knots (65-70 mph). The path compass bearing was 100 degrees. The beginning and ending points were 43.06442/-90.28184 and 43.06312/-90.27297. DI#27(TH), DOD2.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .4 SSW Pine Knob, 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

Highland, WI area census snapshot

People & households
Population934
Households389
Housing units428
Income
Median household income$65,179
$100k+ households41.9%
$150k+ households16.5%
Housing stock
Single-family detached351
Attached single-family6
Small multifamily51
Large multifamily12
Mobile homes8
Housing mix
Single-family share82.0%
Attached-home share1.4%
Multifamily share14.7%
Mobile-home share1.9%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied304
Renter-occupied85
Vacant units39
Home value & age
Median home value$146,200
Owner homes $300k+6.9%
Owner homes $500k+0.7%
Owner homes $750k+0.7%
Median year built1969
Older-home share71.3%
Vehicle context
Households with cars341
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 6 hail, 14 wind, and 3 tornado reports in and near Highland, WI, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on June 17, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Highland?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Highland, WI is 2.50″. It was reported near Highland, WI on August 7, 2021.

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

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

I am selling a home in Highland — 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 Highland address?

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