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Atchison County Hail Map & Storm Reports

Hail, wind, and tornado reports from official NOAA sources (NWS & SPC) · Last 12 months · Updated Sep 13, 2026

Atchison County, Kansas has recorded tornado activity: official National Weather Service (NWS) and Storm Prediction Center (SPC) records list 1 tornado report among 33 severe weather events here in the last 12 months, alongside 10 hail reports with hail up to 1" and 22 high-wind reports with gusts up to 72 mph. The most recent recorded storm activity was in August 2026. This page updates daily: every event comes straight from official NOAA data — no estimates, no modeling, just the record.

Map of Atchison County, Kansas showing the county boundary and surrounding cities
Atchison County, Kansas. Map © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap · County boundary: US Census Bureau.

Atchison County hail map

Where hail and high-wind reports clustered across Atchison County over the last 12 months. Heat shows report density and significance, not radar.

33
Events (12 mo)
10
Hail
22
Wind
1
Tornado
1"
Max hail
72
Max wind (mph)
August 2026
Most recent

What the radar showed

Radar snapshot during the Apr 17, 2026 tornado event near 3 NE Potter, Atchison County, Kansas, with NWS warning polygons
NEXRAD radar at the moment of the Apr 17, 2026 tornado event (Tornado) near 3 NE Potter. Outlined polygons are the storm-based warnings exactly as issued by the National Weather Service. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

Last 30 days in Atchison County

Current NEXRAD radar over Atchison County, Kansas with recent storm report locations
Current radar over the Atchison County area, with storm reports from the past 7 days plotted. Refreshes throughout the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.
August 2026 2 storm days · 4 NWS warnings — hail to 0.75", wind to 50 mph Exact dates & locations in app →

Recent storms — full detail available in the app

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Storm log — the official record, day by day

Events older than 30 days, as recorded by the National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center. Excerpts are quoted directly from official warnings and verified reports.

Friday, July 3, 2026

1 SPC verified storm report · 1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25", wind gusts up to 65 mph

NEXRAD radar during the Friday, July 3, 2026 storm activity in Atchison County, Kansas
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“At 1118 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near Shambaugh to 8 miles west of Skidmore to Falls City. Movement was east at 40 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and pea size hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Atchison County

Tuesday, June 16, 2026

2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 50 mph

“WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. WHERE...Portions of northeast Kansas and north central, northwest, and west central Missouri. WHEN...From 7 AM to 1 PM CDT Wednesday. IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.”

NWS severe weather mention · Atchison County

“WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. WHERE...Portions of northeast Kansas and north central, northwest, and west central Missouri. WHEN...From 7 AM to 1 PM CDT Wednesday. IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.”

NWS severe weather mention · Atchison County

Friday, June 12, 2026

3 SPC verified storm reports — wind gusts up to 72 mph

NEXRAD radar during the Friday, June 12, 2026 storm activity in Atchison County, Kansas
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“Downed tree and wires on Kingman Road. Time estimated from radar. (EAX)”

SPC verified report · 2 NNE Lancaster

“mPING report of downed tree limbs east of Arrington. Time confirmed from radar. (EAX)”

SPC verified report · 2 E Arrington

Sunday, May 17, 2026

4 SPC verified storm reports

NEXRAD radar during the Sunday, May 17, 2026 storm activity in Atchison County, Kansas
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“Power line fallen on trees. Time estimated from radar. Report relayed via social media. (EAX)”

SPC verified report · 1 N Atchison

“Downed limbs and wires near Cummings. Time estimated from radar. (EAX)”

SPC verified report · Cummings

Thursday, April 23, 2026

1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"

NEXRAD radar during the Thursday, April 23, 2026 storm activity in Atchison County, Kansas
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“At 738 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Winchester, or near Oskaloosa, moving northeast at 35 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea size hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Atchison County

Friday, April 17, 2026

3 SPC verified storm reports — hail up to 1", 1 tornado report

NEXRAD radar during the Friday, April 17, 2026 storm activity in Atchison County, Kansas
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“Social media report. Time estimated from radar. (EAX)”

SPC verified report · Atchison

Thursday, April 9, 2026

1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"

NEXRAD radar during the Thursday, April 9, 2026 storm activity in Atchison County, Kansas
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“At 1015 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong thunderstorms along a line extending from Atchison to Winchester to Meriden. Movement was east at 40 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea size hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Atchison County

Tuesday, March 31, 2026

1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.88"

NEXRAD radar during the Tuesday, March 31, 2026 storm activity in Atchison County, Kansas
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“At 1103 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Muscotah, or 10 miles east of Holton, moving east at 25 mph. Hazard: Nickel size hail. Impact: Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include... Effingham, Lancaster, Muscotah, Farmington, Huron, and Arrington.”

NWS severe weather mention · Atchison County

Sunday, March 15, 2026

4 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 60 mph

“WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. WHERE...In Kansas, Atchison KS, Doniphan, and Leavenworth Counties. In Missouri, Andrew, Atchison MO, Buchanan, Holt, Nodaway, and Platte Counties. WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 1 AM CDT Monday.”

NWS severe weather mention · Atchison County

“WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds 30 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. WHERE...In Kansas, Atchison KS, Doniphan, and Leavenworth Counties. In Missouri, Andrew, Atchison MO, Buchanan, Holt, Nodaway, and Platte Counties. WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 1 AM CDT Monday.”

NWS severe weather mention · Atchison County

Saturday, March 14, 2026

5 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 60 mph

“WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. WHERE...In Kansas, Atchison KS, Doniphan, and Leavenworth Counties. In Missouri, Andrew, Atchison MO, Buchanan, Holt, Nodaway, and Platte Counties.”

NWS severe weather mention · Atchison County

“WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. WHERE...In Kansas, Atchison KS, Doniphan, and Leavenworth Counties. In Missouri, Andrew, Atchison MO, Buchanan, Holt, Nodaway, and Platte Counties.”

NWS severe weather mention · Atchison County

Friday, March 13, 2026

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 60 mph

“WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts of 55 to 60 mph possible. WHERE...In Kansas, Atchison KS and Doniphan Counties. In Missouri, Andrew, Atchison MO, Buchanan, Holt, and Nodaway Counties. WHEN...From Sunday morning through late Sunday night. IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible.”

NWS severe weather mention · Atchison County

Thursday, March 12, 2026

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph

“WHAT...Southwest to west winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. WHERE...Portions of east central and northeast Kansas and north central, northwest, and west central Missouri. WHEN...Until 2 AM CDT Friday. IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.”

NWS severe weather mention · Atchison County

Thursday, March 5, 2026

1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.88"

NEXRAD radar during the Thursday, March 5, 2026 storm activity in Atchison County, Kansas
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“At 941 PM CST, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Effingham, or 8 miles southeast of Horton, moving northeast at 35 mph. Hazard: Nickel size hail. Impact: Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include... Atchison, Troy, Effingham, Lancaster, Muscotah, Denton, Severance, Farmington, Huron, Leona, and Bendena.”

NWS severe weather mention · Atchison County

Today's severe weather outlook

Storm Prediction Center Day 1 convective outlook — national severe weather risk map for today
Storm Prediction Center Day 1 convective outlook: categorical severe weather risk for today, updated several times daily. Source: NOAA/NWS Storm Prediction Center.

Common questions

When was the last severe storm in Atchison County, KS?

The most recent recorded event was in August 2026. Official NWS and SPC records show 33 severe weather events in Atchison County over the last 12 months. Exact dates and locations for recent storms are available in the app with a free account.

Did it hail in Atchison County recently?

Yes — 10 hail reports in the last 12 months, with hail up to 1" recorded. The hail map above shows where reports clustered; the storm log lists each day.

How do I see hail history for a specific address in Atchison County?

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