Thunderstorm Wind — St. Joseph, Michigan

2025-10-18 · near Kirsch Muni Arpt, St. Joseph, Michigan

Event narrative

The AWOS in Sturgis (KIRS) recorded a 61 mph wind gust.

Wider weather episode

The region was in the warm sector of deepening low pressure. Abundant shear, but somewhat limited instability resulted in the development of thunderstorms. While most remained below severe levels, one did produce marginally severe hail.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1295417. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.