Hail in Watonwan County, Minnesota

Hail June 12, 2025 · Watonwan County, Minnesota

1.25 in

Hail diameter

Where the report was made, with tornadoes recorded within 15 miles over the years.

The wider storm

Scattered thunderstorms developed across southern and central Minnesota during the early evening on Thursday, June 12. There was a report of hail up to 1.25 inches in diameter in Watonwan County, but the most notable storm formed over northeastern McLeod County and produced an 86 mph gust at Hutchinson Airport. The isolated winds were likely due to a downburst which did down several trees and powerlines in Hutchinson.

Began near Odin (43.8600, -94.7800).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1275429. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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