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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in Lincoln County, WY

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports across Lincoln County, WY from June 10, 1969 through August 29, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 83101 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
35
Wind Reports
43
Tornado Reports
6
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Lincoln County, WY · 1969–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 29, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in Lincoln County

30 reports
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1.00″ hail
Jun 11, 2025
10:15 PM UTC
Hail report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Estimated quarter sized hail with very strong winds that bent trees. Unable to leave building to investigate for damage.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 N Etna, WY
1.00″ hail
Jun 11, 2025
10:11 PM UTC
Hail report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Dime to quarter sized hail found 10 to 15 minutes after storm passed.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 SSW Alpine, WY
1.00″ hail
Jul 10, 2016
7:01 PM UTC
Hail report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: NICKLE TO QUARTER SIZE HAIL.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 E Freedom, WY
1.00″ hail
Jun 12, 2016
9:35 PM UTC
Hail report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Kemmerer, WY
1.50″ hail
Jun 12, 2016
9:31 PM UTC
Hail report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 W Kemmerer, WY
1.00″ hail
Jun 12, 2016
9:30 PM UTC
Hail report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Kemmerer, WY
1.00″ hail
Jun 15, 2015
6:55 PM MST-7
Hail report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office reported quarter sized hail covering roads in Afton. A trained spotter also reported one inch diameter hail just to the northwest of town.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.18 WNW Afton, WY
1.75″ hail
Jun 15, 2015
4:10 PM MST-7
Hail report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Trained spotters reported hail ranging in size from quarters to golf balls at Star Valley Ranch.
NWS Hail Report Location: .67 SE Star Valley Ranch, WY
1.50″ hail
Sep 18, 2014
6:11 PM MST-7
Hail report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hailstones up to ping pong ball size fell just north of Smoot.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.38 WNW Smoot, WY
0.88″ hail
Aug 7, 2014
3:30 PM MST-7
Hail report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel sized hail was observed on the west side of Kemmerer near US Highway 30.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.01 W Diamondville, WY
0.88″ hail
Sep 17, 2013
5:08 PM MST-7
Hail report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail to the size of nickels was reported by a spotter in Afton.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Afton, WY
1.00″ hail
Jul 6, 2013
6:25 PM MST-7
Hail report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A trained spotter at Star Valley Ranch reported hail up to the size of quarters.
NWS Hail Report Location: .65 ESE Star Valley Ranch, WY
1.00″ hail
Aug 15, 2011
2:40 PM MST-7
Hail report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: One inch diameter hail dented vehicles, broke a few windows, and punched holes in the siding of some homes around Grover.
NWS Hail Report Location: .51 SSW Grover, WY
1.00″ hail
Aug 15, 2011
2:35 PM MST-7
Hail report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A trained spotter northwest of Afton reported hail to the size of quarters. Hail of the same size damaged at least four county-owned vehicles parked in Afton.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.68 NW Afton Muni Arpt, WY
1.00″ hail
Aug 15, 2011
2:35 PM MST-7
Hail report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Approximately 600 acres of a mature grain crop near Auburn were severely damaged by one inch diameter hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.85 SSE Auburn, WY
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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 Lincoln County

30 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 29, 2026
1:15 AM UTC
Wind report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several Trees down and power out due to tree knocking down a power pole.
NWS Wind Report Location: Smoot, WY
UNK mph
Aug 29, 2026
1:15 AM UTC
Wind report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Photos show a broad north to south area of damaged barns_ silos_ fencing_ and house siding_ as well as numerous downed trees. At least one horse trailer was flipped over. Damage appears consistent wi
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Smoot, WY
UNK mph
Aug 25, 2026
12:00 AM UTC
Wind report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: County EM reported power pole snapped likely as a result of outflow winds.
NWS Wind Report Location: Afton, WY
66 mph
Jun 27, 2026
8:32 PM UTC
Wind report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Mesonet station WY30 US30 Nugget Canyon (DOT).
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WSW Fossil Butte Nati, WY
60 mph
Jun 21, 2026
12:16 AM UTC
Wind report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Mesonet station WY30 US30 Nugget Canyon (DOT).
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WSW Fossil Butte Nati, WY
83 mph
Jun 21, 2026
12:15 AM UTC
Wind report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Mesonet station MCOBT Mount Coffin (BTAC).
NWS Wind Report Location: 15 E Smoot, WY
71 mph
Jun 21, 2026
12:10 AM UTC
Wind report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Mesonet station PC256 Nugget Canyon (PC).
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 W Fossil Butte Nation, WY
63 mph
Jun 21, 2026
12:09 AM UTC
Wind report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Mesonet station UP098 Sage Junction 3 E (UPR).
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 E Sage Junction, WY
66 mph
May 24, 2026
8:00 PM UTC
Wind report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Mesonet station MCOBT Mount Coffin (BTAC).
NWS Wind Report Location: 15 E Smoot, WY
60 mph
Apr 11, 2026
7:00 PM UTC
Wind report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Mesonet station EW1855 Etna 1 (CWOP).
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNW Etna, WY
UNK mph
Jul 15, 2025
9:35 PM UTC
Wind report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Delayed LSR. Trees fell on power lines in at least 2 locations leading to a power outage in the Afton area. At the time... two automated sensors in Afton reported westerly gusts to 38 mph and 45 mph.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Afton, WY
59 mph
Jul 15, 2025
8:09 PM UTC
Wind report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Mesonet station UP098 Sage Junction 2.7 E (UPR).
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 E Sage Junction, WY
91 mph
Jun 11, 2025
11:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Mesonet station MCOBT Mount Coffin (BTAVAL).
NWS Wind Report Location: 15 E Smoot, WY
UNK mph
Jun 11, 2025
10:53 PM UTC
Wind report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: EM relayed a report from a resident that strong thunderstorm outflow winds destroyed a gazebo.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WSW Afton, WY
59 mph
Aug 18, 2021
2:15 AM UTC
Wind report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: THUNDERSTORM OUTFLOW WINDS AT KEMM KEMMERER AIRPORT.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Kemmerer, WY
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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 Lincoln County

6 reports
F1 category
Jul 10, 2001
1:45 PM MST
Tornado report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 10 E Opal, WY
F0 category
Jun 14, 1997
3:25 PM MST
Tornado report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: N La Barge, WY
F0 category
Sep 9, 1991
5:40 PM MST
Tornado report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, WY
F0 category
May 2, 1991
5:36 PM MST
Tornado report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, WY
UNK category
Jul 24, 1980
2:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, WY
F0 category
Jun 10, 1969
1:20 PM CST
Tornado report for Lincoln County, WY
Lincoln County · 7,481 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, WY
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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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Browse Cities with NWS Storm Reports in Lincoln County

Kemmerer, WY 17
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Afton, WY 16
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Smoot, WY 7
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Cokeville, WY 6
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Thayne, WY 5
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La Barge, WY 4
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Star Valley Ranch, WY 4
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Auburn, WY 3
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Etna, WY 3
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Alpine, WY 2
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Bedford, WY 2
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Diamondville, WY 2
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Freedom, WY 2
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Grover, WY 2
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Opal, WY 2
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Taylor, WY 2
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NWS Storm Reports & Census Data

U.S. Census Data · County

Lincoln County, WY area census snapshot

People & households
Population20,158
Households7,872
Housing units9,763
Income
Median household income$86,092
$100k+ households47.6%
$150k+ households23.2%
Housing stock
Single-family detached7,481
Attached single-family286
Small multifamily624
Large multifamily118
Mobile homes1,243
Housing mix
Single-family share76.6%
Attached-home share2.9%
Multifamily share7.6%
Mobile-home share12.7%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied6,304
Renter-occupied1,568
Vacant units1,891
Home value & age
Median home value$334,500
Owner homes $300k+56.4%
Owner homes $500k+22%
Owner homes $750k+7.6%
Median year built1988
Older-home share38.7%
Vehicle context
Households with cars7,584
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Top ZIP Codes with NWS Storm Reports in Lincoln County

83101 18
Kemmerer, WY Hail, wind & tornado reports
83110 17
Afton, WY Hail, wind & tornado reports
83127 11
Star Valley Ranch, WY Hail, wind & tornado reports
83114 7
Taylor, WY Hail, wind & tornado reports
83126 6
Smoot, WY Hail, wind & tornado reports
83118 4
Nordic, WY Hail, wind & tornado reports
83112 3
Turnerville, WY Hail, wind & tornado reports
83124 3
Opal, WY Hail, wind & tornado reports
83111 2
Auburn, WY Hail, wind & tornado reports
83123 2
La Barge, WY Hail, wind & tornado reports
83121 1
Kemmerer, WY Hail, wind & tornado reports
83122 1
Grover, WY Hail, wind & tornado reports
83128 1
Alpine Northeast, WY Hail, wind & tornado reports

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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 35 hail, 43 wind, and 6 tornado reports in Lincoln County, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 29, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Lincoln County?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in Lincoln County is 1.75″. It was reported near .67 SE Star Valley Ranch, WY on June 15, 2015.

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

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

I am selling a home in Lincoln 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 Lincoln County address?

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