Calumet storm history
Storm events recorded in Calumet, Wisconsin between 1950 and 2025.
419
Total events
24
Tornadoes
93
Hail
16
Floods
3
Deaths
$45.2M
Property damage
Most significant events
Strongest tornadoes, deadliest events, and biggest damage in this county. Up to 50 shown.
Heavy Snow Heavy Snow
The highest snowfall total in Calumet County was 7 inches in Chilton.
Heavy Snow Heavy Snow
The highest snowfall totals across Calumet County included 7 inches in Chilton, 6.5 inches in New Holstein, and 6 inches in Brillion as well as near Combined Locks.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Thunderstorm winds collapsed a standing barn. The time of this report is an estimate based on radar data.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Rainfall of around 2 inches in a short time caused flash flooding near Stockbridge off WI-55. The time of this report is an estimate based on radar data.
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
The combination of hot temperatures and high humidity caused heat index values to rise as high as 106 degrees during the late afternoon on Saturday and 105 degrees Sunday afternoon.
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill Extreme Cold/Wind Chill
The combination of cold temperatures and gusty winds caused wind chill values to fall to -30 to -34 during the morning hours.
Heavy Snow Heavy Snow
The highest snowfall totals across Calumet County included 10 inches in Brillion and 7 inches in High Cliff State Park.
High Wind High Wind
West winds gusted to 59 mph for a few hours in the afternoon.
Extreme Cold/Wind Chill Extreme Cold/Wind Chill
The combination of cold temperatures and gusty winds caused wind chill values to fall to -30 to -39 during the morning hours.
Heavy Snow Heavy Snow
The highest snowfall totals across Calumet County included 7 inches in Chilton and 6 inches in Brillion.
Hail Hail
Nickel size hail fell in Appleton.
Hail Hail
Nickel size hail fell in Darboy.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Rainfall of 2.5 to 3.5 inches of rain in a short time caused flash flooding in the southeast portion of Appleton during the evening. Multiple roads were under water and closed with stalled vehicles in the deeper water.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Rainfall of 2 to 3 inches in northeastern Calumet County caused street flooding along with road closures and stranded vehicles during the afternoon in Hilbert.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
The highest snowfall totals across Calumet County included 7 inches in High Cliff State Park and 6 inches in Chilton. Winds gusted to 30 to 40 mph at times Tuesday afternoon (4/2) into Wednesday morning (4/3). The winds caused tree damage and power outages throughout the county, …
Winter Storm Winter Storm
The highest snowfall totals across Calumet County included 12 inches in Chilton and 11 inches near High Cliff State Park. Winds gusted to 30 to 40 mph at times Friday afternoon (1/12) into Saturday morning (1/13), causing blowing and drifting snow. The highest recorded wind speed…
Drought Drought
Severe Drought (D2) was noted across the southern half of the county at the beginning of the month. Scattered thunderstorms brought much needed rain to the county by the 15th, resulting in Moderate Drought (D1) continuing for the latter half of the month.
Drought Drought
Moderate Drought (D1) conditions prevailed across the entire county at the beginning of the month. Well below normal rainfall was noted during the month, including: Brillion 2.94 inches or 79 percent of normal and Chilton 3.31 inches or 85 percent of normal. By the end of the mon…
Heavy Snow Heavy Snow
The highest snowfall totals across Calumet County included 18 inches near Combined Locks, 16 inches near Darboy, and 13.7 in Chilton.
Heavy Snow Heavy Snow
The highest snowfall totals across Calumet County included 7.5 inches in Chilton and 7 inches in Brillion.
Heavy Snow Heavy Snow
The highest snowfall total in Calumet County was 6 inches near Chilton.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
The highest snowfall totals in Calumet County included 8.5 inches in Brillion and 6.8 inches in Chilton. Winds gusted to 30 to 40 mph at times Wednesday night (2/22), causing blowing and drifting snow. The highest recorded wind speed in Calumet County was 35 mph in Forest Junctio…
Cold/Wind Chill Cold/Wind Chill
Low temperatures fell to -10 to -15 degrees during the morning of December 23rd. The combination of the bitter cold and gusty westerly winds created wind chills of -35 to -44 degrees.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
A long duration winter storm brought around 2 inches of snow to Calumet County by Thursday morning (12/22), with a two-day total of 4 to 6 inches by Friday morning (12/23). Winds gusted to 30 to 45 mph at times from Thursday night (12/22) through Saturday (12/24), causing blowing…
High Wind High Wind
Peak winds of 60 mph were measured in Forest Junction.
Hail Hail
Nickel size hail fell in Potter. The time of this report is an estimate based on radar data.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Thunderstorm winds tipped over three semi trucks, damaged trees and power lines, and blew a roof off a barn. The time of this report is an estimate based on radar data.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Thunderstorms produced a wind gust to 79 mph near Forest Junction.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Thunderstorm winds destroyed a dock on Lake Winnebago. The time of this report is an estimate based on radar data.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Thunderstorms produced a wind gust to 68 mph near High Cliff State Park.
Seiche Seiche
Gusty winds associated with severe thunderstorms caused a seiche on Lake Winnebago. The seiche caused damage to docks on Lake Winnebago.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
The highest snowfall totals in Calumet County included 5.0 inches near Chilton and 4.0 inches near Potter.
High Wind High Wind
High winds downed trees and power lines in Calumet County. Peak winds of 71 mph were measured in Forest Junction.
Hail Hail
Half dollar size hail fell at Chilton High School. The time of this event is an estimate based on radar data.
Hail Hail
Quarter size hail fell in Chilton. The time of this event is an estimate based on radar data.
Hail Hail
Quarter size hail fell near Stockbridge. The time of this event is an estimate based on radar data.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Thunderstorms dumped 2 to 5 inches of rain over southern Calumet County during the overnight hours. This caused several roads to be closed and barricaded due to flash flooding with cars stuck in the flood waters.
Hail Hail
Penny size hail fell in New Holstein.
Lightning Lightning
Lightning struck a house on 10th Street in Kiel and causing a fire and extensive damage.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Thunderstorm winds damaged a sturdy large wooden playset.
Hail Hail
Penny size hail fell in Sherwood.
Hail Hail
Penny size hail fell near Stockbridge.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Thunderstorm winds downed trees in Harrison. The time of this report is an estimate based on radar data.
Events by year
| Year | Events | Tornadoes |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 9 | 0 |
| 2024 | 7 | 0 |
| 2023 | 6 | 0 |
| 2022 | 10 | 0 |
| 2021 | 13 | 0 |
| 2020 | 3 | 0 |
| 2019 | 13 | 0 |
| 2018 | 9 | 1 |
| 2017 | 11 | 0 |
| 2016 | 8 | 1 |
| 2015 | 5 | 0 |
| 2014 | 9 | 0 |
| 2013 | 10 | 1 |
| 2012 | 18 | 0 |
| 2011 | 18 | 2 |
| 2010 | 16 | 0 |
| 2009 | 5 | 0 |
| 2008 | 25 | 0 |
| 2007 | 10 | 0 |
| 2006 | 27 | 1 |
| 2005 | 14 | 2 |
| 2004 | 4 | 0 |
| 2003 | 11 | 2 |
| 2002 | 15 | 0 |
| 2001 | 7 | 0 |
| 2000 | 9 | 0 |
| 1999 | 18 | 0 |
| 1998 | 25 | 1 |
| 1997 | 7 | 0 |
| 1996 | 34 | 4 |
| 1994 | 1 | 0 |
| 1992 | 1 | 0 |
| 1989 | 2 | 1 |
| 1988 | 3 | 0 |
| 1987 | 2 | 0 |
| 1986 | 3 | 0 |
| 1984 | 1 | 0 |
| 1983 | 4 | 1 |
| 1982 | 1 | 0 |
| 1981 | 1 | 1 |
| 1980 | 4 | 0 |
| 1979 | 2 | 1 |
| 1976 | 2 | 0 |
| 1975 | 1 | 0 |
| 1973 | 4 | 0 |
| 1972 | 1 | 0 |
| 1971 | 1 | 0 |
| 1970 | 1 | 0 |
| 1967 | 2 | 2 |
| 1966 | 1 | 0 |
| 1965 | 1 | 1 |
| 1964 | 3 | 1 |
| 1954 | 1 | 1 |