Sioux County Hail Map & Storm Reports
Hail, wind, and tornado reports from official NOAA sources (NWS & SPC) · Last 12 months · Updated Sep 13, 2026
Has it hailed in Sioux County, North Dakota recently? Official National Weather Service (NWS) and Storm Prediction Center (SPC) records say yes: 17 hail reports with hail up to 3.5", among 87 severe weather events logged here in the last 12 months, together with 70 high-wind reports with gusts up to 75 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.
Sioux County hail map
Where hail and high-wind reports clustered across Sioux County over the last 12 months. Heat shows report density and significance, not radar.
What the radar showed
Last 30 days in Sioux 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.
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.75"
“At 1227 AM CDT /1127 PM MDT/, Doppler radar was tracking a line of strong thunderstorms extending from 7 miles southwest of New Leipzig to 6 miles north of Haynes, or extending from 35 miles northeast of Hettinger to 7 miles northeast of Hettinger, moving southeast at 25 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph and penny size hail.”
- Hail 0.75" Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
Monday, August 10, 2026
2 SPC verified storm reports — hail up to 3.5"
“Trained spotter reports multiple very large hail stones 3 inches or greater. Largest measured hailstone was 3.5 inches. Reports ditch was packed very large hail stones (BIS)”
- Hail 3.5" 8 E Porcupine SPC verified report
- Hail 2" 3 N Selfridge SPC verified report
Monday, August 3, 2026
1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 55 mph
“A cold frontal passages has brought winds up to 55 mph observed across a few sites in south central North Dakota. This cold front will continue to impact parts of south central North Dakota the next few hours bringing a brief period of windy conditions as it passes. Winds will diminish behind the front.”
- Wind 55 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
Friday, July 3, 2026
1 SPC verified storm report — hail up to 1.5"
“Broadcast media relayed report of a picture of hail stones next to a quarter. (BIS)”
- Hail 1.5" Fort Yates SPC verified report
Thursday, July 2, 2026
4 NWS warnings — hail up to 0.88"
“At 552 AM CDT/452 AM MDT/, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from 8 miles southwest of St. Anthony to 8 miles south of Shields to Watauga. Movement was east at 30 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 40 mph and nickel size hail. Impact: Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include...”
“At 552 AM CDT/452 AM MDT/, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from 8 miles southwest of St. Anthony to 8 miles south of Shields to Watauga. Movement was east at 30 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 40 mph and nickel size hail. Impact: Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include...”
- Hail 0.88" Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Hail 0.88" Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Hail 0.75" Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Hail 0.75" Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
Wednesday, June 17, 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 south central and southwest North Dakota. WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT /6 PM MDT/ this evening. IMPACTS...Objects left unsecured outside will be blown around.”
“WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. WHERE...Portions of south central and southwest North Dakota. WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT /6 PM MDT/ this evening. IMPACTS...Objects left unsecured outside will be blown around.”
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
Tuesday, June 16, 2026
6 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 south central and southwest North Dakota. WHEN...From 7 AM CDT /6 AM MDT/ to 7 PM CDT /6 PM MDT/ Wednesday. IMPACTS...Things left unsecured outside will be blown around.”
“WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. WHERE...Portions of south central and southwest North Dakota. WHEN...From 7 AM CDT /6 AM MDT/ to 7 PM CDT /6 PM MDT/ Wednesday. IMPACTS...Things left unsecured outside will be blown around.”
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
Monday, June 8, 2026
3 NWS warnings — hail up to 0.5"
“At 1235 AM CDT, an area of strong thunderstorms was located from 5 miles northwest of Braddock to 11 miles southwest of Westfield, or from 23 miles north of Linton to 23 miles south of Linton, moving east at 30 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and half inch size hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects.”
“At 1211 AM CDT /1111 PM MDT/, an area of strong thunderstorms was located from 10 miles northeast of Menoken to near Selfridge, or from 19 miles northeast of Bismarck to 39 miles southwest of Linton, moving east at 40 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch size hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects.”
- Hail 0.5" Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Hail 0.5" Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Hail 0.5" Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
2 NWS warnings — hail up to 0.75"
“At 610 PM CDT /510 PM MDT/, a strong thunderstorm was located 8 miles southwest of Selfridge, or 44 miles southwest of Linton, moving north at 25 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 damage to outdoor objects is possible. Locations impacted include... Selfridge and Standing Rock.”
“At 610 PM CDT /510 PM MDT/, a strong thunderstorm was located 8 miles southwest of Selfridge, or 44 miles southwest of Linton, moving north at 25 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 damage to outdoor objects is possible. Locations impacted include... Selfridge and Standing Rock.”
- Hail 0.75" Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Hail 0.75" Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
Friday, May 29, 2026
2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 50 mph
“WHAT...Southeast winds to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. WHERE...Portions of western and central North Dakota. WHEN...Until 9 PM CDT /8 PM MDT/ this evening. IMPACTS...Items left unsecured outside will be blown around.”
“WHAT...Southeast winds to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. WHERE...Portions of western and central North Dakota. WHEN...Until 9 PM CDT /8 PM MDT/ this evening. IMPACTS...Items left unsecured outside will be blown around.”
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
Sunday, May 24, 2026
3 NWS warnings — hail up to 0.75"
“At 812 PM CDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8 miles north of Selfridge, or 24 miles north of Mclaughlin, moving east at 30 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 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...”
“At 738 PM CDT/638 PM MDT/, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 6 miles west of Shields, or 32 miles north of Bullhead, moving east at 35 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 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... Shields, Raleigh, St.”
- Hail 0.75" Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Hail 0.75" Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Hail 0.75" Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
Thursday, May 14, 2026
4 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 55 mph
“WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. WHERE...Portions of south central and southeast North Dakota. WHEN...Until 9 PM CDT /8 PM MDT/ Friday. IMPACTS...Objects left unsecured outside will be blown around.”
“WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. WHERE...Portions of south central and southeast North Dakota. WHEN...Until 9 PM CDT /8 PM MDT/ Friday. IMPACTS...Objects left unsecured outside will be blown around.”
- Wind 55 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 55 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 55 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 55 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 55 mph
“WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. WHERE...Portions of north central, south central, and southeast North Dakota. WHEN...From 1 AM CDT /midnight MDT/ Thursday to 9 PM CDT /8 PM MDT/ Friday. IMPACTS...Objects left unsecured outside will be blown around. ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Southeasterly winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph before the cold front rolls through.”
“WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. WHERE...Portions of north central, south central, and southeast North Dakota. WHEN...From 1 AM CDT /midnight MDT/ Thursday to 9 PM CDT /8 PM MDT/ Friday. IMPACTS...Objects left unsecured outside will be blown around. ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Southeasterly winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph before the cold front rolls through.”
- Wind 55 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 55 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
Thursday, April 23, 2026
14 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 55 mph
“WHAT...West-northwest winds around 35 mph with gusts to 55 mph. WHERE...Western and central North Dakota. WHEN...Until 10 PM CDT /9 PM MDT/ this evening. IMPACTS...Items left unsecured outside will be blown around.”
“WHAT...West-northwest winds around 35 mph with gusts to 55 mph. WHERE...Western and central North Dakota. WHEN...Until 10 PM CDT /9 PM MDT/ this evening. IMPACTS...Items left unsecured outside will be blown around.”
- Wind 55 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 55 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
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Wednesday, April 22, 2026
6 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 55 mph
“A cluster of strong thunderstorms over south central North Dakota will produce wind gusts up to 55 mph. The gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects.”
“A cluster of strong thunderstorms over south central North Dakota will produce wind gusts up to 55 mph. The gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects.”
- Wind 55 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 55 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
3 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 55 mph
“WHAT...West winds around 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. WHERE...Western and Central North Dakota WHEN...From 9 AM CDT /8 AM MDT/ to 7 PM CDT /6 PM MDT/ Wednesday. IMPACTS...Objects left unsecured outside will be blown around.”
“WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. WHERE...Portions of north central, northwest, south central, southeast, and southwest North Dakota. WHEN...From 9 AM CDT /8 AM MDT/ to 7 PM CDT /6 PM MDT/ Wednesday. IMPACTS...Objects left unsecured outside will be blown around.”
- Wind 55 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
Thursday, March 12, 2026
5 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 75 mph
“WHAT...Northwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph. WHERE...Much of central North Dakota. WHEN...Until 1 AM CDT /midnight MDT/ Friday. IMPACTS...There could be some damage to roofs, small outbuildings and signs. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.”
“WHAT...Northwest winds around 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected. WHERE...Much of central North Dakota. WHEN...Until 1 AM CDT /midnight MDT/ Friday. IMPACTS...There could be some damage to roofs, small outbuildings and signs. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.”
- Wind 75 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 70 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 70 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 70 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 60 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
5 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 70 mph
“WHAT...Northwest winds around 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph possible. WHERE...Much of central North Dakota. WHEN...From 1 PM CDT /noon MDT/ Thursday to 1 AM CDT /midnight MDT/ Friday. IMPACTS...There could be some damage to roofs, small outbuildings and signs. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.”
“WHAT...Northwest winds around 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph possible. WHERE...Much of central North Dakota. WHEN...From 1 PM CDT /noon MDT/ Thursday to 1 AM CDT /midnight MDT/ Friday. IMPACTS...The high winds may damage roofs, small outbuildings and signs. Tree branches may be broken and lead to power outages. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.”
- Wind 70 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 70 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 70 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 70 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 70 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 60 mph
“WHAT...Northwest winds around 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible. WHERE...Much of central North Dakota. WHEN...From Thursday afternoon through late Thursday night. IMPACTS...There could be some damage to roofs, small outbuildings and signs. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.”
“WHAT...Northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph possible. WHERE...Portions of central North Dakota. WHEN...From Thursday afternoon through late Thursday night. IMPACTS...There could be some damage to roofs, small outbuildings and signs. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.”
- Wind 60 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 60 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
Sunday, March 8, 2026
3 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 55 mph
“WHAT...West winds around 30 mph with gusts to 55 mph expected. WHERE...Western and portions of central North Dakota. WHEN...Until 7 PM CDT /6 PM MDT/ this evening. IMPACTS...Items left unsecured outside will be blown around.”
“WHAT...West winds around 30 mph with gusts to 55 mph expected. WHERE...Western and portions of central North Dakota. WHEN...From 10 AM CDT /9 AM MDT/ this morning to 7 PM CDT /6 PM MDT/ this evening. IMPACTS...Items left unsecured outside will be blown around.”
- Wind 55 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 55 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
3 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 55 mph
“WHAT...West winds around 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. WHERE...Portions of south central and southwest North Dakota. WHEN...Until 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ this evening. IMPACTS...Objects left unsecured outside may be blown around.”
“WHAT...West winds around 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. WHERE...Portions of south central and southwest North Dakota. WHEN...Until 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ this evening. IMPACTS...Objects left unsecured outside may be blown around. ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Periods of snow and blowing snow may reduce visibility at times.”
- Wind 55 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 55 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
4 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 55 mph
“WHAT...West winds around 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. WHERE...Portions of south central and southwest North Dakota. WHEN...Until 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ Wednesday. IMPACTS...Objects left unsecured outside may be blown around. ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Periods of snow and blowing snow may reduce visibility at times.”
“WHAT...West winds around 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. WHERE...Portions of south central and southwest North Dakota. WHEN...Until 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ Wednesday. IMPACTS...Objects left unsecured outside may be blown around.”
- Wind 55 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 50 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
Sunday, January 18, 2026
4 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 55 mph
“WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 55 mph expected. WHERE...Western and much of central North Dakota. WHEN...Until 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ this evening. IMPACTS...Objects left unsecured outside may be blown around. ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gusty northwest winds will also lead to areas of blowing snow and periods of reduced visibility.”
“WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 55 mph expected. WHERE...Western and much of central North Dakota. WHEN...Until 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ this evening. IMPACTS...Objects left unsecured outside may be blown around. ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gusty northwest winds will also lead to areas of blowing snow and periods of reduced visibility.”
- Wind 55 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 55 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 55 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind 55 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
Saturday, January 17, 2026
1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 55 mph
“WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 55 mph expected. WHERE...Western and much of central North Dakota. WHEN...From midnight CST /11 PM MST/ tonight to 6 PM CST /5 PM MST/ Sunday. IMPACTS...Objects left unsecured outside may be blown around. ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gusty northwest winds will also lead to areas of blowing snow and occasional reduced visibility.”
- Wind 55 mph Sioux County NWS severe weather mention
Today's severe weather outlook
Common questions
When was the last severe storm in Sioux County, ND?
The most recent recorded event was in September 2026. Official NWS and SPC records show 87 severe weather events in Sioux 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 Sioux County recently?
Yes — 17 hail reports in the last 12 months, with hail up to 3.5" 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 Sioux 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.