Thunderstorm Wind in Clayton County, Iowa

Thunderstorm Wind May 15, 2026 · Clayton County, Iowa

62 mph

Measured gust (54 kt)

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

What the National Weather Service wrote

A mesonet observing site reported a 62 mph wind gust 2 miles southwest of Osborne.

The wider storm

During the evening hours on May 15th, a line of severe storms moved across northeast Iowa bringing gusty winds to the area. These storms then slightly intensified as they moved into Clayton County, bringing wind gusts of around 60 to 70 mph in some locations.

Began near Osborne (42.7800, -91.4700).

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 1339701. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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