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Isabella County Hail Map & Storm Reports

Hail, wind, and tornado reports from official NOAA sources (NWS & SPC) · Last 12 months · Updated Sep 14, 2026

Has it hailed in Isabella County, Michigan recently? Official National Weather Service (NWS) and Storm Prediction Center (SPC) records say yes: 12 hail reports with hail up to 1", among 30 severe weather events logged here in the last 12 months, together with 18 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.

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

Isabella County hail map

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

30
Events (12 mo)
12
Hail
18
Wind
0
Tornado
1"
Max hail
60
Max wind (mph)
September 2026
Most recent

What the radar showed

Radar snapshot during the Jan 9, 2026 wind event near Isabella County, Isabella County, Michigan, with NWS warning polygons
NEXRAD radar at the moment of the Jan 9, 2026 wind event (55 mph) near Isabella County. 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 Isabella County

Current NEXRAD radar over Isabella County, Michigan with recent storm report locations
Current radar over the Isabella 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.
September 2026 1 storm day · 1 SPC verified report · 2 NWS warnings — hail to 0.75" Exact dates & locations in app →
August 2026 2 storm days · 2 NWS warnings — hail to 0.88" Exact dates & locations in app →

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.

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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.

Wednesday, August 12, 2026

1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.75"

NEXRAD radar during the Wednesday, August 12, 2026 storm activity in Isabella County, Michigan
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 700 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Lake Isabella, or 10 miles northwest of Mount Pleasant, moving southeast at 35 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... Mount Pleasant... Shepherd...”

NWS severe weather mention · Isabella County

Tuesday, June 16, 2026

1 SPC verified storm report · 4 NWS warnings — hail up to 1", wind gusts up to 60 mph

NEXRAD radar during the Tuesday, June 16, 2026 storm activity in Isabella County, Michigan
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“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.”

NWS severe weather mention · Isabella County

“Report from mPING: Quarter (1.00 in.). Time estimated by radar. (GRR)”

SPC verified report · 4 W Oil City

Monday, May 18, 2026

2 SPC verified storm reports

NEXRAD radar during the Monday, May 18, 2026 storm activity in Isabella County, Michigan
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“County dispatch reports numerous trees and wires down across south/southeastern part of county. Time estimated via radar. (GRR)”

SPC verified report · Shepherd

“Multiple trees on lines by River Rd and Shepherd Rd. (GRR)”

SPC verified report · 5 S Delwin

Sunday, May 17, 2026

1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.75"

NEXRAD radar during the Sunday, May 17, 2026 storm activity in Isabella County, Michigan
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 406 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Shepherd, or 7 miles north of Alma, moving northeast 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... Mount Pleasant... Shepherd... Delwin... Winn...”

NWS severe weather mention · Isabella County

Tuesday, May 12, 2026

1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"

NEXRAD radar during the Tuesday, May 12, 2026 storm activity in Isabella County, Michigan
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 1003 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking thunderstorms along a line extending from near Marion to 24 miles west of Montague. Movement was 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... Muskegon... Big Rapids...”

NWS severe weather mention · Isabella County

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.”

NWS severe weather mention · Isabella County

Thursday, April 16, 2026

1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"

NEXRAD radar during the Thursday, April 16, 2026 storm activity in Isabella County, Michigan
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 632 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near Coleman to near Rosebush to near Lake Isabella. Movement was southeast at 15 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...”

NWS severe weather mention · Isabella County

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.”

NWS severe weather mention · Isabella County

“WHAT...West winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. WHERE...Clare, Gratiot, Isabella, Mecosta, Montcalm, Osceola, and Ionia 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.”

NWS severe weather mention · Isabella County

Sunday, March 15, 2026

2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 50 mph

“WHAT...Wind gusts 40 to 50 mph expected. WHERE...Clare, Gratiot, Isabella, Mecosta, Montcalm, Osceola, and Ionia 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.”

NWS severe weather mention · Isabella County

“WHAT...Wind gusts 40 to 50 mph expected. WHERE...Clare, Gratiot, Isabella, Mecosta, Montcalm, Osceola, and Ionia 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.”

NWS severe weather mention · Isabella County

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.”

NWS severe weather mention · Isabella County

“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.”

NWS severe weather mention · Isabella County

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.”

NWS severe weather mention · Isabella County

“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.”

NWS severe weather mention · Isabella County

Friday, January 9, 2026

2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 55 mph

NEXRAD radar during the Friday, January 9, 2026 storm activity in Isabella County, Michigan
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“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.”

NWS severe weather mention · Isabella County

“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.”

NWS severe weather mention · Isabella County

Tuesday, November 25, 2025

1 NWS warning — 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.”

NWS severe weather mention · Isabella 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 Isabella County, MI?

The most recent recorded event was in September 2026. Official NWS and SPC records show 30 severe weather events in Isabella 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 Isabella County recently?

Yes — 12 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 Isabella County?

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