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

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Markesan, WI from August 19, 1968 through September 2, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
8
Wind Reports
14
Tornado Reports
10
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Markesan, WI · 1968–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 2, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Markesan, WI

8 reports
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1.00″ hail
Jul 1, 2026
4:37 PM UTC
Hail report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: From social media. Time est from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: Markesan, WI
1.00″ hail
Sep 7, 2021
3:24 PM UTC
Hail report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PENNY TO QUARTER SIZE HAIL.
NWS Hail Report Location: Markesan, WI
1.75″ hail
Jun 23, 2004
7:30 PM CST
Hail report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Markesan, WI
0.75″ hail
May 14, 2001
10:50 AM CST
Hail report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 SSW Markesan, WI
0.75″ hail
Jul 23, 1999
12:45 PM CST
Hail report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Markesan, WI
0.75″ hail
Jun 8, 1999
5:43 PM CST
Hail report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Markesan, WI
0.88″ hail
May 12, 1998
7:50 PM CST
Hail report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 S Manchester, WI
0.75″ hail
Jun 19, 1986
7:15 PM CST
Hail report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 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 Markesan, WI

14 reports
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59 mph
Sep 2, 2026
7:25 AM UTC
Wind report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Personal Wx Station Report.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Wnw Fairwater, WI
UNK mph
Jun 10, 2026
7:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree trunk snapped. Picture from social media. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Markesan, WI
60 mph
Jun 3, 2025
11:20 PM UTC
Wind report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree damage with numerous limbs and branches down on Little Green Lake. Estimated 50 to 60mph winds.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Markesan, WI
UNK mph
May 23, 2024
1:24 AM UTC
Wind report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple large tree limbs snapped off of a tree and onto the roadway.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 ESE Markesan, WI
60 mph
Jul 24, 2022
2:36 AM UTC
Wind report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TRAINED SPOTTER LAW ENFORCEMENT REPORT. PEA SIZE HAIL.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W Markesan, WI
UNK mph
Jun 15, 2022
11:22 PM UTC
Wind report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES AND POWER LINES DOWN ON LOVERS LANE JUST SOUTH OF MARKESAN.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 S Markesan, WI
58 mph
Jun 21, 2011
2:28 PM CST-6
Wind report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The Green Lake County Emergency Manager reported trees blown down, most likely from the forward flank downdraft from the tornadic thunderstorm that moved through the extreme eastern sections of the county.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 E Markesan, WI
64 mph
Jul 12, 2008
1:20 AM CST-6
Wind report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Powerful thunderstorm wind gusts toppled large trees.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 NE Markesan, WI
52 mph
Apr 22, 2007
8:00 PM CST-6
Wind report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Microburst-like winds from a decaying band of showers blew down a pole barn southeast of Markesan and flung 2x4 windows through an adjacent building. The winds broke tree branches in the city of Berlin which then fell on power lines. Power outages were noted in Berlin.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3.2 SE Markesan, WI
75 mph
Apr 17, 2004
11:45 PM CST
Wind report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 S Markesan, WI
UNK mph
Jun 1, 2000
4:55 PM CST
Wind report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Markesan, WI
59 mph
Aug 3, 1997
6:50 PM CST
Wind report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Markesan, WI
61 mph
Jun 26, 1989
11:50 AM CST
Wind report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Not provided, WI
70 mph
Jun 26, 1984
7:40 PM CST
Wind report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 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 Markesan, WI

10 reports
UNK category
Jun 14, 2017
7:45 PM UTC
Tornado report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: GREEN LAKE COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT HAS BEEN SURVEYING AN AREA NEAR MARKESAN FOR TORNADO DAMAGE. HAS VIDEO OF VIDEO AND DRONE FOOTAGE OF DAMAGE SWATH. SHORT PATH OF TREES DAMAGE.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 E Markesan, WI
EF1 category
Jun 21, 2011
2:31 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This EF1 tornado crossed into Green Lake County from Fond Du Lac County, about 4.9 miles east-southeast of Markesan, at County Road S approximately 1/4 mile east of Schure Road, and traveled a little over 2 miles to the north-northwest before dissipating approximately 3.7 miles east of Markesan, about 1200 feet northwest of the intersection of Utley Road and County Trunk Highway Q. The average path width was 75 yards, with a maximum path width of 105 yards. The tornado blew over trees and blew a door and a side panel off a pole shed. Roof shingles were also blown off of several buildings, with one home having minor roof, gutter and awning damage. The EF1 rating was determined by using DI 27(TH) DOD4 LB toward EXP with estimated winds speeds of 100 mph. The exact starting point was 43.78370/-88.88558 and the exact ending point was 43.79798/-88.91194.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4.88 ESE Markesan, WI
EF0 category
May 22, 2011
6:47 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF0 tornado spun up about 0.3 miles northwest of downtown Markesan just west of State Highway 44 (Margaret Street) about 1/2 mile south of the intersection with County Road H and traveled east-northeast slightly over 4 miles before dissipating near Utley, about 1/4 mile west-northwest of the intersection of Utley Road and County Highway Q. The tornado broke tree branches, with some of them snapping a couple power lines. The EF-rating was based on DI 27(TH) DOD 2 with winds of 75 mph. The starting location was 43.715256/-88.992648 and the ending location was 43.728902/-88.910465. The average path width was about 30 yards.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .71 WSW Markesan, WI
EF1 category
Jul 7, 2008
6:04 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A brief, weak tornado spun up in a rural area southeast of Manchester, and uprooted or damage trees, pulled a roof off a pole shed, damaged the overhang and roofing of a residential home's garage, and damaged a part a small part of another home's roof. This tornado spun up just southeast of Lake Maria, and moved east-northeast across CTH O about 1/2 mile north of the county line, and then dissipated in open fields. Some corn crop was also damaged. The starting and ending lat/long pairs of numbers were: 43.63654/-88.98887 and 43.64454/-88.96897. DI#2 (FR12), DOD4. Winds were estimated at 97 mph, and the average path width was about 40 yards.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3.64 SE Manchester, WI
EF0 category
Jun 12, 2008
3:42 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This weak, brief tornado lasted less than a minute and resulted in only minor tree damage. It spun up near a creek bounded by CTH S (Friesland Rd.), CTH X, and STH 73, or about 3/4 mile south of the village of Manchester. The starting and ending locations, with respect to lat/long pairs of numbers, were 43.67052/-89.03653 and 43.67038/-89.03166. Average path width was about 10 yards. DI#28 (TS), DOD2. Wind speeds estimated at about 65 knots (75 mph).
NWS Tornado Report Location: .73 SSW Manchester, WI
F3 category
Jun 23, 2004
7:35 PM CST
Tornado report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A strong tornado spun up about a mile directly east of Lake Maria in southeastern Green Lake County, or about 4.2 miles SSE of Markesan, moved east along Sunny Drive with F3 strength (estimated 175-200), and exited Green Lake County along Mielke Rd., or about 6.8 miles SE of Markesan. Numerous trees were uprooted. At least 8 homes or ag-buildings had minor damage, at least 5 homes or ag-buildings had major damage, and at least 5 homes or ag-buildings were destroyed. Near the intersection of Sunny Drive and Pleasant Drive, two people and most basement items were "sucked" out of their home's basement while the home was being destroyed. The husband was found dead and his wife was critically injured. Average path width was about 275 yards.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 SSE Markesan, WI
F3 category
Jun 23, 2004
7:33 PM CST
Tornado report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A strong tornado spun up near the intersection of STH 73 and CTH H, about 2 miles north of the village of Manchester. It increased its strength to F3 (estimated 175-200 mph) as it moved southeast across the southern part of the city of Markesan. Numerous trees were uprooted. At least 18 homes or ag-buildings had minor damage, at least 9 homes or ag-buildings had major damage, and at least 21 homes or ag-buildings were destroyed. This tornado exited Green Lake County at a point 6.4 miles southeast of Markesan, just south of Lake Maria Rd., and continued southeast through Fond du Lac County. The responsible supercell also spun up different tornadoes earlier in Adams and Marquette Counties. Newspaper headline: "A Day Like No Other." Average path width was about 350 yards.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 N Manchester, WI
F1 category
May 11, 1985
11:10 PM CST
Tornado report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, WI
F3 category
Jun 8, 1984
1:05 AM CST
Tornado report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, WI
F2 category
Aug 19, 1968
8:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Markesan, WI
Green Lake County · 8,653 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

Markesan, WI area census snapshot

People & households
Population1,276
Households538
Housing units626
Income
Median household income$61,250
$100k+ households38.7%
$150k+ households13.2%
Housing stock
Single-family detached475
Attached single-family3
Small multifamily23
Large multifamily89
Mobile homes36
Housing mix
Single-family share75.9%
Attached-home share0.5%
Multifamily share17.9%
Mobile-home share5.8%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied404
Renter-occupied134
Vacant units88
Home value & age
Median home value$147,800
Owner homes $300k+5.9%
Owner homes $500k+4.2%
Owner homes $750k+4.2%
Median year built1959
Older-home share85.5%
Vehicle context
Households with cars519
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 8 hail, 14 wind, and 10 tornado reports in and near Markesan, WI, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 2, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Markesan?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Markesan, WI is 1.75″. It was reported near Markesan, WI on June 23, 2004.

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

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

I am selling a home in Markesan — 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 Markesan address?

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