Minot hail storm history
Ward County·NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database·~75-day publication lag
Minot and Ward County lie in the Missouri River valley of western North Dakota, a corridor where the Missouri Coteau escarpment and dry-line interactions create ideal conditions for hail-producing supercells. This geographic position, combined with the region's exposure to upper-level weather systems, places Minot in a zone of regular hail activity that homeowners should understand and prepare for.
Check if your roof was damaged by recent hail
Hail season in Minot peaks during June and July, when upper-level troughs push organized convection through the region, though significant events also occur in May and August. Daytime heating over the open plains accelerates storm development on warm afternoons, creating conditions where supercells can produce hail ranging from small pellets to large stones capable of structural damage. The seasonal window extends across five months, requiring homeowners to maintain roof and siding vigilance from spring through late summer.
Annual frequency — last 10 years
When hail hits — monthly pattern
Avg events per month · all years · NOAA data
All recorded hail events
Of 92 recorded events, 33 (36%) reached 1.5" or larger — the threshold for likely functional damage on standard asphalt shingles.
Vehicles were dented by the golf ball size hail.
Hail was accompanied by strong wind gusts to cause crop damage in the area.
Vehicle windshields were broken. On homes, windows were broken and siding was damaged.
Hail was wind driven.
NOAA National Centers for Environmental Information Storm Events Database. Publication lag is approximately 75 days — current-year events may be incomplete.
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