Trigg County Storm Activity
Wind, hail, and tornado activity from official NOAA sources (NWS & SPC) · Last 12 months · Updated Sep 11, 2026
Looking for storm and wind reports in Trigg County, Kentucky? Official National Weather Service (NWS) and Storm Prediction Center (SPC) records show 23 severe weather events in the last 12 months — 20 high-wind reports with gusts up to 60 mph, plus 3 hail reports with hail up to 0.88". The most recent recorded storm activity was in September 2026. This page updates daily: every event comes straight from official NOAA data — no estimates, no modeling, just the record.
What the radar showed
Last 30 days in Trigg County
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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.
Saturday, July 25, 2026
1 SPC verified storm report
“Tree down on Linton Road about a mile from 68/80 bypass. (PAH)”
- Wind Unknown 2 SE Canton SPC verified report
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
2 SPC verified storm reports
“Multiple trees downed by thunderstorm winds west of Cadiz. (PAH)”
“Multiple trees downed by thunderstorm winds in Cadiz. (PAH)”
- Wind Unknown 3 NE Canton SPC verified report
- Wind Unknown 1 WSW Cadiz SPC verified report
Thursday, July 2, 2026
2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 50 mph
“At 431 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near Guthrie to near Canton. These storms were nearly stationary. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include...”
“At 335 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near Pembroke to 10 miles southeast of Cadiz. These storms were nearly stationary. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include...”
- Wind 50 mph Trigg County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Trigg County NWS severe weather mention
Friday, June 12, 2026
1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph
“A line of thunderstorms is sinking southeastward across southeast Missouri and western Kentucky early this morning. Wind gusts of 40 to 50 mph, torrential downpours, and frequent lightning can be expected.”
- Wind 50 mph Trigg County NWS severe weather mention
Sunday, June 7, 2026
1 SPC verified storm report
- Wind Unknown 2 NNW Goldon Pond SPC verified report
Monday, June 1, 2026
1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.88"
“At 631 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong thunderstorms along a line extending from Reidland to near Land Between The Lakes Area. Movement was southeast at 35 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph and nickel 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...”
- Hail 0.88" Trigg County NWS severe weather mention
Thursday, April 16, 2026
2 SPC verified storm reports
“Late report. Several trees reported down throughout Trigg County. (PAH)”
“Tree downed blocking the parking lot of Hematite Lake picnic area... with at least one vehicle trapped in the parking lot. (PAH)”
- Wind Unknown Cadiz SPC verified report
- Wind Unknown 3 W Rockcastle SPC verified report
Sunday, March 15, 2026
2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 60 mph
“WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. WHERE...Portions of southern Illinois, southwest Indiana, western Kentucky, and southeast Missouri. WHEN...Until 9 PM CDT this evening. IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.”
“WHAT...South winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. South winds will shift to northwest tonight. WHERE...All of southern Illinois, southwest Indiana, western Kentucky, and southeast Missouri. WHEN...From 10 AM CDT /11 AM EDT/ this morning to 7 AM CDT /8 AM EDT/ Monday. IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects.”
- Wind 60 mph Trigg County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Trigg County NWS severe weather mention
Saturday, March 14, 2026
1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph
“WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 to 50 mph. WHERE...Portions of southern Illinois, southwest Indiana, western Kentucky, and southeast Missouri. WHEN...From 10 AM CDT /11 AM EDT/ Sunday to 7 AM CDT /8 AM EDT/ Monday. IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.”
- Wind 50 mph Trigg County NWS severe weather mention
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph
“WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts of 40 to 50 mph. WHERE...Portions of southern Illinois, western Kentucky, and southeast Missouri. WHEN...Until 4 PM CDT this afternoon. IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.”
- Wind 50 mph Trigg County NWS severe weather mention
Saturday, March 7, 2026
1 SPC verified storm report · 2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 50 mph
“At 1056 AM CST, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near Olney to Cadiz to 8 miles northwest of Big Rock. Movement was east at 60 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include...”
“At 1021 AM CST, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near Salem to near Demumbers Bay Campground to 6 miles southwest of Birmingham Ferry Recreation Area. Movement was east at 35 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include...”
- Wind 50 mph Trigg County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Trigg County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind Unknown 1 WSW Cadiz SPC verified report
Thursday, February 19, 2026
1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.5"
“At 846 PM CST, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Big Rock, or 14 miles west of Fort Campbell, moving northeast at 60 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include...”
- Hail 0.5" Trigg County NWS severe weather mention
Sunday, December 28, 2025
1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph
“At 806 PM CST, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near Madisonville to 8 miles east of Murray. Movement was east at 45 mph. Gusts of 45 to 50 mph have been consistently reported with this line and it is still being monitored closely for brief intensification. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph.”
- Wind 50 mph Trigg County NWS severe weather mention
Today's severe weather outlook
Common questions
When was the last severe storm in Trigg County, KY?
The most recent recorded event was in September 2026. Official NWS and SPC records show 23 severe weather events in Trigg County over the last 12 months. Exact dates and locations for recent storms are available in the app with a free account.
Has there been hail in Trigg County recently?
Yes — 3 hail reports in the last 12 months, with hail up to 0.88" recorded.
How do I check whether a specific address was affected?
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