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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 12871

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 12871 from July 9, 1987 through September 9, 2023, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
9
Wind Reports
28
Tornado Reports
0
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 12871 · 1987–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 9, 2023

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 12871

9 reports
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1.00″ hail
Jun 6, 2023
5:46 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 12871
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Schuylerville, NY
1.50″ hail
Jul 21, 2022
4:55 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 12871
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: ESTIMATED HALF DOLLAR TO PING PONG BALL SIZE HAIL. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: Schuylerville, NY
1.00″ hail
Jul 24, 2015
2:20 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 12871
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was reported during a thunderstorm in Quaker Springs.
NWS Hail Report Location: .67 NNE Quaker Spgs, NY
1.00″ hail
Aug 7, 2014
2:13 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 12871
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was reported during a thunderstorm in Schuylerville.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.07 ENE Schuylerville, NY
0.88″ hail
May 16, 2012
4:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 12871
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size (measured) hail was reported during a thunderstorm near Northcumberland. The hail covered the ground.
NWS Hail Report Location: .59 SSW Northumberland, NY
1.75″ hail
Jun 1, 2011
12:10 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 12871
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf ball size hail was reported during a thunderstorm approximately 4 miles southwest of Schuylerville.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.53 NNE Quaker Spgs, NY
0.75″ hail
Jun 24, 2008
12:20 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 12871
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail was reported near Schuylerville during a thunderstorm.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.01 E Schuylerville, NY
0.75″ hail
Jun 5, 2007
12:43 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 12871
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail was reported in Coveville.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Coveville, NY
0.75″ hail
Jul 4, 2001
5:20 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 12871
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Schuylerville, NY
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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 12871

28 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 9, 2023
12:49 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 12871
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Wires down on Burgoyne Road
NWS Wind Report Location: Gates, NY
UNK mph
Jul 13, 2023
10:18 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 12871
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree and wires down at Route 32 and Callahan Rd
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Bacon Hill, NY
UNK mph
Aug 4, 2022
8:35 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 12871
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: PHOTO OF A LARGE TREE DOWN NEAR THE INTERSECTION OF ROUTE 32 AND RUGG ROAD IN NORTHUMBERLAND.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NW Schuylerville, NY
UNK mph
Jul 21, 2022
4:54 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 12871
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES AND WIRES DOWN AT 201 HANEHAN RD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E Quaker Springs, NY
UNK mph
Jul 21, 2022
4:54 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 12871
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 877 US-4 MULTIPLE TREES AND WIRES DOWN
NWS Wind Report Location: Schuylerville, NY
UNK mph
Jul 21, 2022
4:48 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 12871
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: WIND AND SHEETS OF RAIN FROM THE WEST; 4 MINUTES LATER FROM THE EAST; NOW FROM THE WEST AGAIN; 50-60MPH WITH SOME HAIL
NWS Wind Report Location: Quaker Springs, NY
UNK mph
Jul 12, 2022
6:10 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 12871
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES AND WIRES WERE DOWNED IN THE TOWN OF NORTHUMBERLAND
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SE Gansevoort, NY
UNK mph
May 16, 2022
8:55 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 12871
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN BLOCKING HATHAWAY RD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NE Quaker Springs, NY
UNK mph
May 16, 2022
8:54 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 12871
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN BLOCKING PEARL ST.
NWS Wind Report Location: Schuylerville, NY
UNK mph
Aug 21, 2019
7:45 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 12871
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES AND WIRES DOWN IN NORTHUMBERLAND.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSE Gansevoort, NY
UNK mph
Jun 18, 2018
8:20 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 12871
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: RTE 4 AT STARKS KNOB RD. IN THE TOWN OF NORTHUMBERLAND IS CLOSED IN BOTH DIRECTIONS DUE TO DOWNED TREES.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Schuylerville, NY
UNK mph
Jun 18, 2018
8:00 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 12871
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 1 TREE DOWN ALONG ROUTE 29.
NWS Wind Report Location: Schuylerville, NY
UNK mph
Jun 19, 2017
5:14 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 12871
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ROOF DAMAGE TO AN ICE CREAM STAND ON ROUTE 29
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NW Gates, NY
58 mph
Jul 24, 2015
2:20 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 12871
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees were reported down in Quaker Springs due to thunderstorm winds.
NWS Wind Report Location: .72 NNE Quaker Spgs, NY
58 mph
Jul 24, 2015
1:55 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 12871
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and power lines were downed along Callahan Road in the town of Northumberland. A portion of the road was closed as a result of the downed trees.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.13 NNE Northumberland, NY
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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 12871

0 reports

No tornado reports were found for this selection.

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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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NWS Storm Reports & Census Data

U.S. Census Data · ZIP Code

ZIP 12871 area census snapshot

People & households
Population3,997
Households1,677
Housing units1,844
Income
Median household income$83,775
$100k+ households50.1%
$150k+ households23.4%
Housing stock
Single-family detached1,425
Attached single-family10
Small multifamily254
Large multifamily25
Mobile homes130
Housing mix
Single-family share77.3%
Attached-home share0.5%
Multifamily share15.1%
Mobile-home share7.1%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied1,229
Renter-occupied448
Vacant units167
Home value & age
Median home value$246,900
Owner homes $300k+31.2%
Owner homes $500k+10.3%
Owner homes $750k+1.8%
Median year built1964
Older-home share63.8%
Vehicle context
Households with cars1,566
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 12871 have on record?

Our records show 9 hail, 28 wind, and 0 tornado reports in and near ZIP 12871, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 9, 2023.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 12871?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 12871 is 1.75″. It was reported near Quaker Spgs, NY on June 1, 2011.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 12871 — 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 12871 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 12871 — 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 12871 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 12871 — 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 12871 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 12871 — 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 12871, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 12871, 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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