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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 06488

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 06488 from May 29, 1995 through June 27, 2024, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
2
Wind Reports
21
Tornado Reports
4
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 06488 · 1995–present Updated  Daily · last Jun 27, 2024

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 06488

2 reports
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0.75″ hail
May 24, 2009
3:38 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 06488
New Haven County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail was reported by law enforcement.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 S White Oaks, CT
1.75″ hail
Jun 5, 2007
12:00 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 06488
New Haven County
Hail Report Description: Car windshields damaged, Hail accumulated up to 1 inch deep, which was plowed by the CT DOT, mainly between Southbury and Southington along I-84.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Southbury, CT
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Hail Damage Risk for Your Home +

Hail reports describe hail by diameter, often comparing stone size to familiar objects like peas, quarters, golf balls, and softballs. Use this guide as a starting point for possible hail damage to your roof, siding, gutters, vents, windows, and exterior. Actual hail damage depends on hail hardness, density, wind speed, impact angle, roof age, shingle condition, roof pitch, roofing material, installation quality, and prior storm damage.

Pea
0.25″
Low

Usually too small to cause hail damage to most sound asphalt roofs, siding, or gutters.

Mothball
0.50″
Sub-Severe Watch

Below the NWS severe-hail threshold, but not always harmless. Repeated small hail can scuff surfaces, wear aging shingles, and loosen protective granules over time.

Penny
0.75″
Minor / Watch

Below the NWS severe-hail threshold, but roof hail damage is still possible on older, brittle, poorly installed, or previously damaged shingles. May also mark screens, vents, gutters, and soft metal.

Nickel
0.88″
Minor / Watch

Still below the severe-hail threshold, but large enough to leave visible marks on soft metal and add wear to older or hail-weakened roof shingles.

Quarter
1.00″
Watch

The NWS severe-hail threshold. Quarter-size hail can bruise shingles, dent soft metal, and create roof hail damage worth checking.

Half Dollar
1.25″
Watch

More likely to dent gutters, vents, flashing, and siding. Hail damage risk rises quickly on older roofs or hail-weakened shingles.

Ping Pong / Walnut
1.50″
Likely

Hail damage becomes more likely, including bruised shingles, granule loss, dented siding, and damaged roof vents.

Golf Ball
1.75″
Likely

Often causes roof hail damage, cracked shingles, dented gutters, damaged flashing, and siding impacts. A roof inspection is recommended.

Hen Egg
2.00″
Serious

Can crack or puncture shingles, expose mat, dent siding, and cause widespread hail damage across the roof and exterior.

Tennis Ball
2.50″
Serious

Can cause heavy roof hail damage, punctured siding, broken skylights, damaged vents, and widespread exterior damage.

Baseball
2.75″
Major

Major hail damage is likely, including severe roof impacts, damaged siding, broken windows, and possible major roof repairs.

Tea Cup / Large Apple
3.00″
Major

Can cause heavy hail damage across the roof, siding, gutters, windows, and exterior. Significant repairs are often needed.

Softball
4.00″
Extreme

Destructive hail damage. Can severely damage roofing materials, siding, windows, gutters, vents, vehicles, and exterior surfaces.

Grapefruit
4.50″
Extreme

Catastrophic hail damage risk for roofs, windows, vehicles, siding, gutters, and exterior surfaces.

Source: NOAA / National Weather Service hail size references are used for hail-size comparisons and the 1.00″ severe-hail threshold. Damage descriptions are general homeowner guidance, not official NOAA/NWS damage ratings. Sub-severe hail under 1.00″ is below the severe threshold, but that does not mean “no roof damage.” Penny- to nickel-size hail can still contribute to granule loss, cosmetic surface marks, and added wear, especially on older, brittle, poorly installed, or previously damaged roofs.

Latest NWS Wind Reports in and near ZIP 06488

21 reports
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UNK mph
Jun 27, 2024
1:22 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 06488
New Haven County
Wind Report Description: Power outage caused by fallen tree limbs.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 SSW Southbury, CT
UNK mph
Jun 25, 2024
12:03 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 06488
New Haven County
Wind Report Description: Several downed tree reports by Southbury PD. One report included downed wires on Fish Rock Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSW Southbury, CT
UNK mph
Aug 14, 2023
1:10 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 06488
New Haven County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on vehicle on West Purchase Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 W Southbury, CT
UNK mph
Aug 27, 2020
8:00 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 06488
New Haven County
Wind Report Description: VIDEO OF A TREE DOWN BLOCKING 1 LANE ON I-84
NWS Wind Report Location: Southbury, CT
UNK mph
May 15, 2018
8:56 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 06488
New Haven County
Wind Report Description: SEVERAL TREES DOWN ON COBBLER LANE IN SOUTHBURY.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NE Cedarhurst, CT
UNK mph
Jun 19, 2017
9:36 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 06488
New Haven County
Wind Report Description: BRANCH DOWN ON STONE GATE DRIVE COVERING THREE QUARTERS OF THE ROAD
NWS Wind Report Location: Southbury, CT
100 mph
May 27, 2014
6:23 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 06488
New Haven County
Wind Report Description: An NWS storm survey was conducted by WFO Albany that concluded the occurrence of a down burst. The event began at the Southbury Training School and ended at the Southbury Police Department, resulting in a length of about 2.5 miles. The width was inconclusive. There was extensive tree damage reported of hardwoods and softwoods, with numerous trees reported as snapped and/or uprooted. The damage suggests maximum winds of around 100 mph.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.48 NNW South Britain, CT
60 mph
Aug 21, 2011
5:08 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 06488
New Haven County
Wind Report Description: Trees and wires were reported down on Route 172 near Flag Swamp Road in the town of Southbury.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.94 NNW South Britain, CT
70 mph
Jun 9, 2011
4:15 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 06488
New Haven County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees were reported down in Southbury.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Southbury, CT
60 mph
May 24, 2009
3:47 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 06488
New Haven County
Wind Report Description: Multiple arm size tree branches were downed on Main Street.
NWS Wind Report Location: .69 S White Oaks, CT
60 mph
May 24, 2009
3:38 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 06488
New Haven County
Wind Report Description: A tree fell on a house at 195 Floodbridge Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Southbury, CT
60 mph
May 24, 2009
3:38 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 06488
New Haven County
Wind Report Description: A tree fell on a building at 323 Kruger Circle.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Southbury, CT
60 mph
May 24, 2009
3:38 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 06488
New Haven County
Wind Report Description: A tree fell on a house at 125 River Trail Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Southbury, CT
60 mph
May 24, 2009
3:38 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 06488
New Haven County
Wind Report Description: A tree fell on a house at 138 Floodbridge Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Southbury, CT
60 mph
May 24, 2009
3:38 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 06488
New Haven County
Wind Report Description: A tree fell on a house at 115 River Trail Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: .69 S White Oaks, CT
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Wind Damage Risk for Your Home +

Storm reports list thunderstorm wind gusts in mph. The NWS marks storms as severe at 58+ mph, but wind damage to your home depends on roof age, shingle condition, installation, exposure, nearby trees, and prior hail or wind damage.

Below Severe
Under 58 mph
Minor

Usually little damage to a sound roof, but loose shingles, flashing, or debris may shift.

Severe
58–74 mph
Watch

Can loosen shingles, lift flashing, break limbs, and damage gutters, siding, fences, or trim.

Damaging
75–90 mph
Serious

Can peel shingles, damage vents, tear siding, rip gutters, and expose weak roof areas.

Extreme
90+ mph
Major

Can cause major roof covering loss, tree damage, broken windows, and structural damage.

Source: NOAA / National Weather Service storm reports. Gusts may be measured or estimated; actual wind damage varies by roof condition, exposure, and prior hail or wind damage.

Latest NWS Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 06488

4 reports
UNK category
May 15, 2018
8:53 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 06488
New Haven County
Tornado Report Description: STORM SURVEY TEAM CONFIRMED AN EF1 TORNADO BETWEEN SOUTHBURY AND OXFORD WITH ESTIMATED PEAK WINDS OF 100 MPH... A 400 YARD PATH WIDTH AND A DISCONTINUOUS 4.2 MILE PATH LENGTH.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Southbury, CT
F0 category
May 31, 2002
6:40 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 06488
New Haven County
Tornado Report Description: A professional Meteorologist confirmed the occurrence of an F0 tornado in Southbury at about 7:40 pm EDT on Friday, May 31st. His findings were supported by eyewitness reports.Tornadic damage was observed along Interstate 84 near Exit 14, which intersects with Route 172, Britain Road. Many large trees were snapped and uprooted, which also blocked traffic. The tornado touched down just south of Interstate 84, then moved just north of due east across the highway, which damaged trees and vegetation.Specifically, the tornado "wobbled" along I-84 for up to 200 yards, then "snaked" across the highway into the center median area, where it topped a tree and flattened shrubs and bushes. It snaked back to the south side of the east bound land, flattening additional trees and shrubs. After traveling up to another 150 yards, the tornado snaked across the highway and center median, flattening more trees and shrubs before roping out on the westbound lane.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Southbury, CT
F1 category
May 29, 1995
6:23 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 06488
New Haven County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: South Britain, CT
UNK category
May 29, 1995
6:23 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 06488
New Haven County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado touched down in South Britain and moved in an easterly direction into Southbury. National Weather Service investigation yielded a video tape of the tornado and eyewitness accounts of a rotating funnel. Damage was confined mostly to trees: trees up to one foot in diameter were snapped off near the base; trees up to three feet in diameter had their tops snapped off; others were uprooted. Damage to homes in the area was mostly minor. One wall of a porch was ripped off of one house while most other houses were damaged as a result of falling trees. A few houses had some shingles blown off.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Britain, CT
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Tornado Damage Risk for Your Home +

After a tornado, the National Weather Service assigns an EF rating from EF0 to EF5 based on surveyed damage. The rating estimates wind speed from what the tornado damaged, so actual damage can vary by construction quality, roof age, garage doors, windows, trees, debris, and how close the home was to the tornado path.

EF0
65–85 mph
Light

Can peel shingles, damage gutters or siding, break tree limbs, and toss loose outdoor items.

EF1
86–110 mph
Moderate

Can strip roof covering, damage exterior doors, break windows, snap trees, and cause heavier siding or gutter damage.

EF2
111–135 mph
Serious

Can tear off large sections of roofing, break or uproot trees, destroy weaker structures, and cause major exterior damage.

EF3–EF5
136+ mph
Severe

Can remove roofs and walls, destroy large portions of homes, toss vehicles, and cause severe to total destruction near the path.

Source: NOAA / National Weather Service. EF ratings are assigned after a post-storm damage survey and are based on observed damage, not a direct measurement at every home.

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ZIP 06488 area census snapshot

People & households
Population19,973
Households8,123
Housing units8,826
Income
Median household income$112,434
$100k+ households38.9%
$150k+ households21.2%
Housing stock
Single-family detached5,202
Attached single-family1,787
Small multifamily1,403
Large multifamily434
Mobile homes0
Housing mix
Single-family share58.9%
Attached-home share20.3%
Multifamily share20.8%
Mobile-home share--
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied7,090
Renter-occupied1,033
Vacant units703
Home value & age
Median home value$381,800
Owner homes $300k+63.5%
Owner homes $500k+26.5%
Owner homes $750k+4.1%
Median year built1977
Older-home share60.1%
Vehicle context
Households with cars7,657
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 06488 have on record?

Our records show 2 hail, 21 wind, and 4 tornado reports in and near ZIP 06488, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on June 27, 2024.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 06488?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 06488 is 1.75″. It was reported near N Southbury, CT on June 5, 2007.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 06488 — does that mean my roof is damaged?

Not necessarily. A storm report only means hail, wind, or a tornado was observed nearby; it does not confirm damage at any specific address, and conditions change from block to block. Check an address-level hail report first, and if it looks significant, find a local pro that serves ZIP 06488 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 06488 — why should I look at its storm history?

Recent hail or wind can leave a roof or exterior with damage that is easy to miss during a walkthrough, and a recent roof replacement is sometimes an insurance job after a storm. Reviewing the storm history for a ZIP 06488 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 06488 — how does this help me?

Knowing the storm history for your address lets you answer buyer questions with confidence, document repairs you have already made, and decide whether a pre-listing roof check is worthwhile. A clear hail history removes a common sticking point during negotiations.

How do I check hail history for a specific ZIP 06488 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 06488 — no phone number or email required. It shows recent hail activity for that address so you know whether a closer roof or exterior review makes sense.

Where does this storm report data come from, and what are its limits?

Storm reports on this page are public reports from storm events in and around ZIP 06488, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 06488, but they do not confirm damage at any specific property. Report locations, sizes, and times may be approximate and can vary from what an individual home experienced. For property-specific hail history, use an address-level hail report or contact a participating local professional for a remote hail inspection. Pros inclusion is not an endorsement, and contacting a professional does not confirm damage at any property.

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