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Cattaraugus County Hail Map & Storm Reports

Hail, wind, and tornado reports from official NOAA sources (NWS & SPC) · Last 12 months · Updated Sep 15, 2026

Cattaraugus County, New York has recorded tornado activity: official National Weather Service (NWS) and Storm Prediction Center (SPC) records list 3 tornado reports among 42 severe weather events here in the last 12 months, alongside 4 hail reports with hail up to 1" and 35 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 Cattaraugus County, New York showing the county boundary and surrounding cities
Cattaraugus County, New York. Map © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap · County boundary: US Census Bureau.

Cattaraugus County hail map

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

42
Events (12 mo)
4
Hail
35
Wind
3
Tornado
1"
Max hail
60
Max wind (mph)
September 2026
Most recent

What the radar showed

Radar snapshot during the Apr 14, 2026 tornado event near 5 ENE Franklinville, Cattaraugus County, New York, with NWS warning polygons
NEXRAD radar at the moment of the Apr 14, 2026 tornado event (Tornado) near 5 ENE Franklinville. 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 Cattaraugus County

Current NEXRAD radar over Cattaraugus County, New York with recent storm report locations
Current radar over the Cattaraugus 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 2 storm days · 5 SPC verified reports — hail to 1" 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.

Monday, August 10, 2026

1 SPC verified storm report

NEXRAD radar during the Monday, August 10, 2026 storm activity in Cattaraugus County, New York
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“Several trees uprooted in the northern portion of the town of Allegany. Delayed report from 8/10. (BUF)”

SPC verified report · 6 NNW Allegany

Monday, July 27, 2026

1 SPC verified storm report

NEXRAD radar during the Monday, July 27, 2026 storm activity in Cattaraugus County, New York
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

Thursday, June 18, 2026

1 SPC verified storm report · 1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph

NEXRAD radar during the Thursday, June 18, 2026 storm activity in Cattaraugus County, New York
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 winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. WHERE...Cattaraugus and Allegany Counties. WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT this evening. IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. A few trees and tree limbs will likely come down, resulting in isolated power outages.”

NWS severe weather mention · Cattaraugus County

“Several reports of large trees down near Delevan. Social media report. Time estimated by radar. (BUF)”

SPC verified report · 1 S Delevan

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 55 mph

“WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with occasional gusts of 45 to 55 mph expected late tonight through Thursday morning, becoming southwest during the day Thursday. WHERE...Erie, Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Genesee, Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, and Allegany Counties. WHEN...From 2 AM to 8 PM EDT Thursday. IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects.”

NWS severe weather mention · Cattaraugus County

Tuesday, April 28, 2026

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph

“WHAT...Southeast to south winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. WHERE...Hill tops and north to northwest face of hills of Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario, Cattaraugus, Allegany, and Southern Erie Counties. WHEN...Until 2 PM EDT 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 · Cattaraugus County

Monday, April 27, 2026

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph

“WHAT...Southeast to south winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. WHERE...Hill tops and north to northwest face of hills of Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario, Cattaraugus, Allegany, and Southern Erie Counties. WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 11 AM EDT Tuesday. 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 · Cattaraugus County

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

1 SPC verified storm report

NEXRAD radar during the Wednesday, April 15, 2026 storm activity in Cattaraugus County, New York
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

3 SPC verified storm reports — 2 tornado reports

NEXRAD radar during the Tuesday, April 14, 2026 storm activity in Cattaraugus County, New York
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“NWS storm survey confirmed 80mph EF-0 tornado damage in the Town of Farmersville with a path length of 0.23 mi and width of 75 yds. (BUF)”

SPC verified report · 5 ENE Franklinville

“Several trees uprooted in multiple directions shortly after the intersection of Tug Hill Road and Gulf Hill Road. Primary residence had a window blown in the upper most (BUF)”

SPC verified report · 3 SSW Lime Lake-Machias

Tuesday, March 31, 2026

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

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

“An EF-1 tornado has been confirmed for 2 SW of Machias... NY. Estimated peak winds of 107 mph. (BUF)”

SPC verified report · 4 SW Lime Lake-Machias

“Received report on Facebook of accumulating hail on Route 219 just south of Cattaraugus Creek. Time estimated based on radar. (BUF)”

SPC verified report · 4 SSW Springville

Tuesday, March 17, 2026

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph

“WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. WHERE...Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Livingston, Ontario, Cattaraugus, and Allegany Counties. WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT this morning. 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 · Cattaraugus County

Monday, March 16, 2026

4 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 50 mph

“WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. WHERE...Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Livingston, Ontario, Cattaraugus, and Allegany Counties. WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT Tuesday. 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 · Cattaraugus County

“WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. WHERE...Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Livingston, Ontario, Cattaraugus, and Allegany Counties. 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 · Cattaraugus County

Sunday, March 15, 2026

2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 50 mph

“WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected tonight. Winds will become southwest Monday and gusts 40 to 50 mph are expected. WHERE...Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Northern Erie, Genesee, Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario, Cattaraugus, and Allegany Counties.”

NWS severe weather mention · Cattaraugus County

“WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected tonight. Winds will become southwest Monday and gusts 40 to 50 mph are expected. WHERE...Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Northern Erie, Genesee, Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario, Cattaraugus, and Allegany Counties.”

NWS severe weather mention · Cattaraugus County

Saturday, March 14, 2026

4 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 60 mph

“WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. WHERE...Cattaraugus County. WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT this morning. The strongest wind gusts are expected through around daybreak. IMPACTS...Strong winds will blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.”

NWS severe weather mention · Cattaraugus County

“WHAT...Winds will increase Sunday afternoon with south winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected through late Sunday night. Winds become southwest later Monday with a few gusts up to 50 mph. WHERE...Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Northern Erie, Genesee, Wyoming, Livingston, Ontario, Cattaraugus, and Allegany Counties.”

NWS severe weather mention · Cattaraugus County

Friday, March 13, 2026

4 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 60 mph

“WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. WHERE...Cattaraugus County. WHEN...Until 11 AM EDT Saturday. The strongest wind gusts are expected tonight. IMPACTS...Strong winds will blow down trees and power lines. Scattered power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.”

NWS severe weather mention · Cattaraugus County

“WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 6 to 10 inches. Winds gusting 50 to 60 mph will produce areas of blowing snow. WHERE...Wyoming, Cattaraugus, and Southern Erie Counties. The highest snowfall amounts are expected across Wyoming County. WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 11 AM EDT Saturday. IMPACTS...Areas of blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility.”

NWS severe weather mention · Cattaraugus County

Thursday, March 12, 2026

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph

“WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 45 to 50 mph expected. WHERE...Monroe, Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Livingston, Ontario, Cattaraugus, and Allegany Counties. WHEN...From noon Friday to 8 AM EDT Saturday. 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 · Cattaraugus County

Saturday, March 7, 2026

1 SPC verified storm report

NEXRAD radar during the Saturday, March 7, 2026 storm activity in Cattaraugus County, New York
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“Large pine tree down across Cherry Creek Road. (BUF)”

SPC verified report · 4 E Cherry Creek

Friday, January 9, 2026

3 SPC verified storm reports

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

“Trees and powerlines down in the town of Cold Spring. Time estimated from radar. (BUF)”

SPC verified report · 3 ESE Steamburg

“Trees and powerlines down in the town of Otto. Time estimated from radar. (BUF)”

SPC verified report · Otto

Today's severe weather outlook

Storm Prediction Center Day 1 convective outlook — national severe weather risk map for today
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Common questions

When was the last severe storm in Cattaraugus County, NY?

The most recent recorded event was in September 2026. Official NWS and SPC records show 42 severe weather events in Cattaraugus 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 Cattaraugus County recently?

Yes — 4 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.

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