Barry County Hail Map & Storm Reports
Hail, wind, and tornado reports from official NOAA sources (NWS & SPC) · Last 12 months · Updated Sep 14, 2026
Barry County, Michigan has recorded tornado activity: official National Weather Service (NWS) and Storm Prediction Center (SPC) records list 1 tornado report among 46 severe weather events here in the last 12 months, alongside 14 hail reports with hail up to 1.25" and 31 high-wind reports with gusts up to 60 mph. 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.
Barry County hail map
Where hail and high-wind reports clustered across Barry County over the last 12 months. Heat shows report density and significance, not radar.
What the radar showed
Last 30 days in Barry County
Recent storms — full detail available in the app
Storm activity from the last 30 days is summarized at the county level on this page. Exact locations, radar snapshots, and official warning boundaries for recent events are available with a free account.
See the specifics — free →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.
Monday, August 10, 2026
2 NWS warnings — hail up to 0.25", wind gusts up to 50 mph
“At 508 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Wyoming, or near Grand Rapids, moving east at 30 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Grand Rapids... Wyoming... Kentwood... Walker... Grandville... East Grand Rapids... Lowell... Caledonia... Saranac... Freeport...”
“At 151 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Freeport, or 8 miles northwest of Hastings, moving east at 25 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 damage to outdoor objects is possible. Locations impacted include... Hastings... Portland... Middleville...”
- Wind 50 mph Barry County NWS severe weather mention
- Hail 0.25" Barry County NWS severe weather mention
Sunday, August 9, 2026
1 SPC verified storm report
“Gambrel barn destroyed. Trees snapped or uprooted in various locations near Freeport. A white pine crushed a car. Some trees over roads. Power outages in the area. Down (GRR)”
- Wind Unknown 2 W Freeport SPC verified report
Friday, July 17, 2026
1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.75"
“At 434 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near Wayland to 6 miles northwest of Westwood to near Decatur. Movement was east at 10 mph. Hazard: Winds in excess of 40 mph and penny size hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Locations impacted include...”
- Hail 0.75" Barry County NWS severe weather mention
Saturday, July 4, 2026
1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 55 mph
“At 113 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from 5 miles southeast of Wyoming to near Wayland. Movement was northeast at 25 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Grand Rapids... Wyoming... Kentwood... Wayland... Lowell... Middleville...”
- Wind 55 mph Barry County NWS severe weather mention
Friday, July 3, 2026
1 SPC verified storm report · 1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"
“At 1224 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms from just east of Hastings to near Kalamazoo moving east at 35 mph. Hazard: Winds in excess of 40 mph and pea size hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Locations impacted include... Lansing... Kalamazoo... Portage... Jackson...”
- Hail 0.25" Barry County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind Unknown 2 W Hastings SPC verified report
Thursday, July 2, 2026
2 SPC verified storm reports
“About 25 percent of customers in Barry County lost electricity... across southwest... central... and northeast portions of the county. Multiple public reports of isolat (GRR)”
“Multiple trees and limbs down in the area. Some trees damaged houses... sheds... and vehicles. Tree near house uprooted and pulled out gas meter. (GRR)”
- Wind Unknown 4 S Hastings SPC verified report
- Wind Unknown Orangeville SPC verified report
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
1 SPC verified storm report · 1 NWS warning — hail up to 1.25", wind gusts up to 60 mph
“Two photos on social media taken 15 minutes after the storm passed. Time based on radar. (GRR)”
“Scattered thunderstorms are developing across southwest lower Michigan this afternoon. Several storms will be capable of small hail and winds in excess of 40 mph over the next few hours into the evening. A few storms may become severe with winds to 60 mph and hail to 1 inch in diamater. Remain aware of weather conditions and seek shelter as storms approach.”
- Hail 1.25" Nashville SPC verified report
- Wind 60 mph Barry County NWS severe weather mention
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
3 SPC verified storm reports — 1 tornado report
“This EF-0 tornado had maximum estimated winds of 75 mph and a path of around 2.9 miles. Extensive tree damage occurred along this tornado path in Barry County. (GRR)”
“Large tree trunk snapped. Multiple large power outages in the area. (GRR)”
- Tornado Tornado 2 SSW Irving SPC verified report
- Wind Unknown Freeport SPC verified report
- Wind Unknown 4 N Orangeville SPC verified report
Saturday, June 6, 2026
1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"
“At 116 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking thunderstorm outlfow winds along a line extending from near Stanton to 7 miles north of Holland State Park. Movement was southeast at 40 mph. Initial hazards include winds to in excess of 40 mph, pea size hail and heavy rain. Additional development may include storms to severe levels with large hail and damaging winds.”
- Hail 0.25" Barry County NWS severe weather mention
Monday, May 18, 2026
4 SPC verified storm reports — wind gusts up to 59 mph
“Damage to a roof at a learning center. Time approximate. (GRR)”
“Large tree limbs down near Pine Lake and also Gun Lake. (GRR)”
- Wind 59 mph 1 ENE Woodland SPC verified report
- Wind Unknown Woodland SPC verified report
- Wind Unknown 3 S Orangeville SPC verified report
- Wind Unknown Middleville SPC verified report
Monday, April 27, 2026
1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph
“WHAT...Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. WHERE...Portions of central, south central, southwest, and west central Michigan. WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.”
- Wind 50 mph Barry County NWS severe weather mention
Thursday, April 16, 2026
1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"
“At 321 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near Allegan to near Decatur. Movement was east at 35 mph. Hazard: Winds in excess of 40 mph and pea size hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Locations impacted include... Kalamazoo... Portage...”
- Hail 0.25" Barry County NWS severe weather mention
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
1 SPC verified storm report · 1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph
“At 538 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near Breckenridge to 8 miles northeast of Nashville to 5 miles southeast of Lawton. Movement was southeast at 45 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Kalamazoo... Portage... Alma... St. Johns...”
“Many twisted and broken trees down on property. Barn roof removed. Neighbors greenhouse ended up in their yard. Time approximate. (GRR)”
- Wind 50 mph Barry County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind Unknown 3 SW Delton SPC verified report
Monday, April 13, 2026
1 SPC verified storm report — hail up to 1.25"
“Reports of quarter to half dollar sized hail from law enforcement and media. (GRR)”
- Hail 1.25" Hastings SPC verified report
Tuesday, March 31, 2026
2 NWS warnings — hail up to 0.25", wind gusts up to 50 mph
“Strong winds are being mixed down to the surface with and without thunderstorms. Gusts to 50 mph are expected through 6AM and may cause damage and power outages.”
“At 130 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Hopkins, moving east at 40 mph. Hazard: Winds in excess of 40 mph and pea size hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Locations impacted include... Hastings... Wayland... Middleville... Caledonia... Freeport... Martin... Dorr...”
- Wind 50 mph Barry County NWS severe weather mention
- Hail 0.25" Barry County NWS severe weather mention
Monday, March 16, 2026
2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 50 mph
“WHAT...Northwest wind gusts of 40 to 50 mph. WHERE...Portions of central, south central, and southwest Michigan. WHEN...Until 11 PM EDT this evening. IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.”
“WHAT...West winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts of 45 to 50 mph. WHERE...Calhoun, Clinton, Eaton, Ingham, Jackson, Allegan, Barry, Kalamazoo, and Van Buren Counties. WHEN...Until 11 PM EDT this evening. IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.”
- Wind 50 mph Barry County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Barry County NWS severe weather mention
Sunday, March 15, 2026
2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 50 mph
“WHAT...Wind gusts 40 to 50 mph expected. WHERE...Calhoun, Clinton, Eaton, Ingham, Jackson, Allegan, Barry, Kalamazoo, and Van Buren Counties. WHEN...Until 11 PM EDT Monday. IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.”
“WHAT...Wind gusts 40 to 50 mph. WHERE...Calhoun, Clinton, Eaton, Ingham, Jackson, Allegan, Barry, Kalamazoo, and Van Buren Counties. WHEN...Until 11 PM 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 Barry County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Barry County NWS severe weather mention
Friday, March 13, 2026
3 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 60 mph
“WHAT...West winds 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. WHERE...Portions of central, south central, southwest, and west central Michigan. WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.”
“WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. WHERE...Portions of central, south central, southwest, and west central Michigan. WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT 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.”
- Wind 60 mph Barry County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 60 mph Barry County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 55 mph Barry County NWS severe weather mention
Thursday, March 12, 2026
3 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 60 mph
“WHAT...Southwest to west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. WHERE...Portions of central, south central, southwest, and west central Michigan. WHEN...From 2 AM to 8 PM EDT Friday. 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...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. WHERE...Portions of central, south central, southwest, and west central Michigan. WHEN...From 2 AM to 8 PM EDT Friday. IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.”
- Wind 60 mph Barry County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 60 mph Barry County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 60 mph Barry County NWS severe weather mention
Friday, January 9, 2026
2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 55 mph
“WHAT...Southwest to west winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected. Wind gusts to 55 mph are possible. WHERE...Portions of central, south central, southwest, and west central Michigan. WHEN...From 6 AM this morning to 4 PM EST this afternoon. IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.”
“At 1209 AM EST, Doppler radar was tracking a line of showers extending from 15 miles west of Mount Pleasant to Grand Rapids to near Paw Paw. Movement was east at 30 mph. These showers may intensify into thunderstorms, but regardless they have the potential to produce wind gusts in excess of 50 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph.”
- Wind 55 mph Barry County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 55 mph Barry County NWS severe weather mention
Tuesday, November 25, 2025
2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 55 mph
“WHAT...West winds gusting 45 to 55 mph. WHERE...Portions of central, south central, southwest, and west central Michigan. WHEN...From 7 AM Wednesday to 7 AM EST Thursday. Winds strongest Wednesday afternoon and evening. IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.”
“WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 7 inches. Winds gusting 45 to 55 mph. WHERE...Calhoun, Allegan, Barry, Kalamazoo, and Van Buren Counties. WHEN...From 7 AM Wednesday to 7 PM EST Thursday. IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow.”
- Wind 55 mph Barry County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 55 mph Barry County NWS severe weather mention
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.75"
“At 1114 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 6 miles south of Nashville, or 12 miles southeast of Hastings, moving east at 30 mph. Hazard: Winds in excess of 40 mph and penny size hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Locations impacted include... Charlotte... Battle Creek...”
- Hail 0.75" Barry County NWS severe weather mention
Today's severe weather outlook
Common questions
When was the last severe storm in Barry County, MI?
The most recent recorded event was in September 2026. Official NWS and SPC records show 46 severe weather events in Barry 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 Barry County recently?
Yes — 14 hail reports in the last 12 months, with hail up to 1.25" 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 Barry County?
Create a free IDOLCheck account and run an address check. It shows verified storm reports and official NWS warning boundaries around any specific property, including the most recent 30 days — county-level pages like this one only tell part of the story.