Alabama 60+ MPH Windstorms
By StormAuditor Editorial Team · Published 2026-08-16 · Updated 2026-08-17
Based on public NOAA and National Weather Service records, published under StormAuditor's methodology and data-source standards. Radar-derived hail sizes are estimates unless attributed to a ground report.
Alabama experienced strong windstorms with gusts reaching 67 mph in Miflin and 66 mph in Madison. Learn about wind history in Alabama.
Intro to Alabama Windstorms
Alabama has seen its share of severe windstorms. The strongest measured gusts were recorded on June 16, 2026, at 2 WSW Miflin, with a gust of 67 mph. Another significant gust was recorded on July 3, 2026, at 4 SSW Madison, with a gust of 66 mph.
What Happened
In the summer of 2026, several counties in Alabama were affected by strong windstorms. The top counties by event count were Jefferson, Dale, and Jackson, with 32, 32, and 30 events, respectively. The maximum hail size reported in these counties was 1.75 inches in Jefferson County.
Measuring Windstorms
StormAuditor estimates windstorm gusts with the SAWE-2 methodology, which starts from the NWS analysis of record and corrects it with measured gusts from ASOS and AWOS stations and measured storm reports. The SAWE-2 methodology is explained in detail on the Wind Methodology page.
Practical Guidance
For homeowners and contractors in Alabama, it is essential to research the wind history of a specific location. This can be done using the Address Lookup tool, which provides a detailed report of the wind and hail history at a specific address. Additionally, the Date of Loss Weather Research tool can help researchers find the weather conditions on a specific date.
Notable Storm Days in Alabama
Here are some notable storm days in Alabama:
- June 16, 2026 — Miflin — 67 mph wind gust
- July 3, 2026 — Madison — 66 mph wind gust
- July 12, 2026 — Headland — 57 mph wind gust
- July 9, 2026 — Bessemer Airport — 56 mph wind gust
Limitations
While StormAuditor provides detailed reports on wind and hail history, there are limitations to the data. Radar gaps, station spacing, and MESH under/over-estimation edge cases can affect the accuracy of the data. For more information on these limitations, visit the Limitations page.
Related StormAuditor Tools
To learn more about wind and hail history in Alabama, visit the following pages:
- Wind Explorer for a detailed report on wind history in Alabama
- Hail Explorer for a detailed report on hail history in Alabama
- Address Lookup for a detailed report on wind and hail history at a specific address
- Date of Loss Weather Research for weather research on a specific date
FAQ
- What is the strongest wind gust recorded in Alabama?
The strongest wind gust recorded in Alabama was 67 mph on June 16, 2026, at 2 WSW Miflin.
- How do I research the wind history of a specific location in Alabama?
Use the Address Lookup tool to get a detailed report of the wind and hail history at a specific address.
- What is the maximum hail size reported in Alabama?
The maximum hail size reported in Alabama was 3.64 inches on May 6, 2026.
- Can StormAuditor provide a detailed report on the wind and hail history of a specific address?
Yes, StormAuditor can provide a detailed report on the wind and hail history of a specific address using the Address Lookup tool.
- How do I find the weather conditions on a specific date in Alabama?
Use the Date of Loss Weather Research tool to find the weather conditions on a specific date.
- What is the SAWE-2 methodology used by StormAuditor?
The SAWE-2 methodology is explained in detail on the Wind Methodology page.