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Brown County Hail Map & Storm Reports

Hail, wind, and tornado reports from official NOAA sources (NWS & SPC) · Last 12 months · Updated Nov 2, 2026

Brown County, Ohio has recorded tornado activity: official National Weather Service (NWS) and Storm Prediction Center (SPC) records list 3 tornado reports among 51 severe weather events here in the last 12 months, alongside 24 hail reports with hail up to 0.75" and 24 high-wind reports with gusts up to 55 mph. The most recent recorded storm activity was on Sep 19, 2026. This page updates daily: every event comes straight from official NOAA data — no estimates, no modeling, just the record.

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

Brown County hail map

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

51
Events (12 mo)
24
Hail
24
Wind
3
Tornado
0.75"
Max hail
55
Max wind (mph)
Sep 19, 2026
Most recent

What the radar showed

Radar snapshot during the Aug 11, 2026 tornado event near 4 WNW Winchester, Brown County, Ohio, with NWS warning polygons
NEXRAD radar at the moment of the Aug 11, 2026 tornado event (Tornado) near 4 WNW Winchester. 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.

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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.

Saturday, September 19, 2026

1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"

“At 656 PM EDT, a cluster of strong thunderstorms were located near Neville, moving east at 10 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to vegetation. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Brown County

Saturday, September 5, 2026

2 NWS warnings — hail up to 0.25"

“At 749 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located near Lynchburg, moving southeast at 30 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 45 mph and pea size hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to vegetation. Locations impacted include... Hillsboro, Lynchburg, New Vienna, Rocky Fork Point, Russell, New Market, Martinsville, Midland, St.”

NWS severe weather mention · Brown County

“At 409 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located near Ripley, moving southeast at 35 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea size hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to vegetation. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Brown County

Thursday, August 13, 2026

1 SPC verified storm report

Tuesday, August 11, 2026

4 SPC verified storm reports · 2 NWS warnings — hail up to 0.5", wind gusts up to 50 mph, 2 tornado reports

NEXRAD radar during the Tuesday, August 11, 2026 storm activity in Brown County, Ohio
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“EF1 tornado with maximum estimated winds of 100 mph southwest of Winchester. Path length 7.1 miles. Path width 350 yards. (ILN)”

SPC verified report · 4 WNW Winchester

“EF0 tornado confirmed northwest of Buford in Brown and Highland counties in Ohio. Maximum winds of 80 MPH. Damage to a barn... shingle damage to a house... and tree dam (ILN)”

SPC verified report · 5 SSE Fayetteville

Friday, August 7, 2026

2 SPC verified storm reports · 6 NWS warnings — hail up to 0.5"

NEXRAD radar during the Friday, August 7, 2026 storm activity in Brown County, Ohio
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 308 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located over Batavia, moving east at 15 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to vegetation. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Brown County

“At 431 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located near Ripley, moving northeast at 20 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to vegetation. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Brown County

Monday, July 27, 2026

3 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 50 mph

NEXRAD radar during the Monday, July 27, 2026 storm activity in Brown County, Ohio
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 740 PM EDT, strong thunderstorms were located along a line extending from Sabina to Mount Orab, moving southeast at 40 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Brown County

“At 736 PM EDT, strong thunderstorms were located along a line extending from Batavia to Crittenden, moving southeast at 40 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Brown County

Tuesday, July 21, 2026

2 SPC verified storm reports · 1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph, 1 tornado report

NEXRAD radar during the Tuesday, July 21, 2026 storm activity in Brown County, Ohio
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“A tornado occurred just east of Feesburg during the mid afternoon of July 21. Damage was first observed along State Route 505 where multiple pieces of a roof were blown (ILN)”

SPC verified report · 2 S Hamersville

“At 405 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located over Higginsport, moving east at 35 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Georgetown, Decatur, Russellville, Hamersville, Higginsport, Redoak, Feesburg, and Lake Waynoka. If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a sturdy building.”

NWS severe weather mention · Brown County

Monday, May 18, 2026

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph

“At 819 PM EDT, strong thunderstorms were located along a line extending from Springboro to near New Richmond, moving east at 50 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Brown County

Sunday, May 17, 2026

1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.5"

“At 345 AM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located over Bethel, moving east at 25 mph. Hazard: Winds gusts up to 35 mph and half inch hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to vegetation. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Brown County

Saturday, May 16, 2026

4 NWS warnings — hail up to 0.75"

NEXRAD radar during the Saturday, May 16, 2026 storm activity in Brown County, Ohio
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 930 AM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located over Claryville, moving east at 45 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 40 mph, penny size hail, and very heavy rain. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to vegetation. Visibility will be poor and hydroplaning is possible. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Brown County

“At 820 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located over Falmouth, moving east at 45 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to vegetation. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Brown County

Monday, April 27, 2026

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph

“Wind gusts of 35 to 50 MPH will be possible over the next few hours. These winds will occur separately from any thunderstorms. Winds of this magnitude may damage small tree limbs and make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.”

NWS severe weather mention · Brown County

Friday, April 3, 2026

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph

“At 428 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located near New Richmond, moving east at 35 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Brown County

Wednesday, April 1, 2026

1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.5"

“At 211 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located near Bethel, moving east at 30 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 45 mph and half inch hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to vegetation. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Brown County

Monday, March 23, 2026

1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"

“At 1210 AM EDT, strong thunderstorms were located along a line extending from Florence to near New Castle, moving east at 55 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 45 mph and pea size hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to vegetation. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Brown County

Sunday, March 22, 2026

3 NWS warnings — hail up to 0.75"

NEXRAD radar during the Sunday, March 22, 2026 storm activity in Brown County, Ohio
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 1140 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located near Camp Dennison, moving east at 50 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 45 mph and penny size hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to vegetation. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Brown County

“At 1149 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located 7 miles west of Brooksville, moving east at 55 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 45 mph and pea size hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to vegetation. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Brown County

Sunday, March 15, 2026

2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 50 mph

“WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph becoming west southwest. WHERE...In Kentucky, Bracken, Mason, and Robertson Counties. In Ohio, Delaware, Fairfield, Franklin, Licking, Pickaway, Highland, and Brown Counties. WHEN...Until 8 AM 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 · Brown County

“WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. WHERE...In Kentucky, Bracken, Mason, and Robertson Counties. In Ohio, Delaware, Fairfield, Franklin, Licking, Pickaway, Highland, and Brown Counties. WHEN...Until 8 AM 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 · Brown County

Friday, March 13, 2026

3 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 55 mph

“WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. WHERE...Portions of southeast Indiana, northeast and northern Kentucky, and central, south central, and southwest Ohio. 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 · Brown County

“WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. WHERE...Portions of southeast Indiana, northeast and northern Kentucky, and central, south central, and southwest Ohio. 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 · Brown County

Thursday, March 12, 2026

3 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 55 mph

“WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. WHERE...Portions of southeast Indiana, northeast and northern Kentucky, and central, south central, and southwest Ohio. WHEN...From 7 AM to 8 PM EDT Friday. 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 · Brown County

“WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. WHERE...Portions of southeast Indiana, northeast and northern Kentucky, and central, south central, and southwest Ohio. WHEN...From 7 AM to 8 PM EDT Friday. 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 · Brown County

Wednesday, March 11, 2026

2 NWS warnings — hail up to 0.75", wind gusts up to 50 mph

NEXRAD radar during the Wednesday, March 11, 2026 storm activity in Brown County, Ohio
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...Portions of east central and southeast Indiana, northeast and northern Kentucky, and central, south central, southwest, and west central Ohio. WHEN...Until 7 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 · Brown County

“At 534 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was located near Washington, moving northeast at 50 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. Hail may cause minor damage to vegetation. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Brown County

Tuesday, March 10, 2026

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph

“WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. WHERE...Portions of east central and southeast Indiana, northeast and northern Kentucky, and central, south central, southwest, and west central Ohio. WHEN...From 8 AM to 7 PM EDT Wednesday. 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 · Brown County

Tuesday, November 18, 2025

3 NWS warnings — hail up to 0.5"

NEXRAD radar during the Tuesday, November 18, 2025 storm activity in Brown County, Ohio
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 657 PM EST, strong thunderstorms were located along a line extending from 7 miles southwest of Hillsboro to near Dry Ridge, moving east at 75 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to vegetation. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Brown County

“At 615 PM EST, a strong thunderstorm was located over Dayton, moving east at 55 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Hail may cause minor damage to vegetation. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Brown County

Today's severe weather outlook

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Common questions

When was the last severe storm in Brown County, OH?

The most recent recorded event was on Sep 19, 2026. Official NWS and SPC records show 51 severe weather events in Brown 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 Brown County recently?

Yes — 24 hail reports in the last 12 months, with hail up to 0.75" 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 Brown County?

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