Mahnomen County Storm Activity
Wind, hail, and tornado activity from official NOAA sources (NWS & SPC) · Last 12 months · Updated Sep 12, 2026
Has it hailed in Mahnomen County, Minnesota recently? Official National Weather Service (NWS) and Storm Prediction Center (SPC) records say yes: 4 hail reports with hail up to 2.3", among 29 severe weather events logged here in the last 12 months, together with 25 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.
What the radar showed
Last 30 days in Mahnomen 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.
Friday, August 7, 2026
1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.88"
“At 444 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over northwestern White Earth Nation, or 41 miles north of Detroit Lakes, moving east at 45 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 40 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" Mahnomen County NWS severe weather mention
Sunday, July 5, 2026
1 SPC verified storm report
“Trees and powerlines down. Some trees blocking roads. Time estimated from radar. (FGF)”
- Wind Unknown Naytahwaush SPC verified report
Saturday, July 4, 2026
1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.75"
“At 419 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 10 miles northwest of Mahnomen, or 40 miles north of Detroit Lakes, moving northeast at 30 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 40 mph and penny 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 0.75" Mahnomen County NWS severe weather mention
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.75"
“At 512 AM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Winger, or 42 miles south of Thief River Falls, moving northeast at 30 mph. Hazard: Penny size hail. Impact: Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include... Fosston, McIntosh, Erskine, Gonvick, Winger, Bejou, and Gully.”
- Hail 0.75" Mahnomen County NWS severe weather mention
Friday, May 15, 2026
5 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 50 mph
“WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Minnesota and northeast and southeast North Dakota. WHEN...Until 9 PM CDT 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 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Minnesota and northeast and southeast North Dakota. WHEN...Until 9 PM CDT 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 Mahnomen County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Mahnomen County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Mahnomen County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Mahnomen County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Mahnomen County NWS severe weather mention
Thursday, May 14, 2026
8 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 60 mph
“WHAT...The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has issued an Air Quality Alert for coarse particle pollution from blowing dust. The Air Quality Index (AQI) is expected to reach the Red or Unhealthy category. WHERE...West central and northwest Minnesota. WHEN...Until 9 PM CDT Friday. IMPACTS...Some members of the general public may experience health effects.”
“...FIRE WEATHER WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING FOR WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR EASTERN NORTH DAKOTA AND NORTHWEST AND WEST CENTRAL MINNESOTA...”
- Wind 60 mph Mahnomen County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 55 mph Mahnomen County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 55 mph Mahnomen County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Mahnomen County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Mahnomen County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Mahnomen County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Mahnomen County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Mahnomen County NWS severe weather mention
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
4 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 55 mph
“...FIRE WEATHER WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING FOR WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR EASTERN NORTH DAKOTA AND NORTHWEST AND WEST CENTRAL MINNESOTA...”
“...FIRE WEATHER WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY MORNING THROUGH FRIDAY EVENING FOR WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR EASTERN NORTH DAKOTA AND NORTHWEST AND WEST CENTRAL MINNESOTA...”
- Wind 55 mph Mahnomen County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 55 mph Mahnomen County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 55 mph Mahnomen County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 55 mph Mahnomen County NWS severe weather mention
Friday, February 27, 2026
4 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 55 mph
“WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. WHERE...Portions of north central, northwest, and west central Minnesota and northeast and southeast North Dakota. WHEN...Until 7 PM CST this evening. IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Drifting and blowing snow may lead to icy spots north of US Highway 2.”
“WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. WHERE...Portions of central, north central, northwest, and west central Minnesota and northeast and southeast North Dakota. WHEN...Until 7 PM CST this evening. IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.”
- Wind 55 mph Mahnomen County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Mahnomen County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Mahnomen County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Mahnomen County NWS severe weather mention
Thursday, February 26, 2026
2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 50 mph
“WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. WHERE...Portions of north central, northwest, and west central Minnesota and northeast and southeast North Dakota. WHEN...From 9 AM to 7 PM CST Friday. IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects.”
“WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. WHERE...Portions of north central, northwest, and west central Minnesota and northeast and southeast North Dakota. WHEN...From 9 AM to 7 PM CST Friday. IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects.”
- Wind 50 mph Mahnomen County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Mahnomen County NWS severe weather mention
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph
“WHAT...Winds will turn northwest early this morning with brief gusts 40 to 50 mph. This will bring reduced visibilities in blowing snow. WHERE...Portions of northwest Minnesota and northeast and southeast North Dakota. WHEN...Until 6 PM CST this evening. IMPACTS...The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes.”
- Wind 50 mph Mahnomen County NWS severe weather mention
Today's severe weather outlook
Common questions
When was the last severe storm in Mahnomen County, MN?
The most recent recorded event was in September 2026. Official NWS and SPC records show 29 severe weather events in Mahnomen 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 Mahnomen County recently?
Yes — 4 hail reports in the last 12 months, with hail up to 2.3" recorded.
How do I check whether a specific address was affected?
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