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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 15203

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 15203 from August 13, 1975 through April 29, 2025, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
14
Wind Reports
36
Tornado Reports
2
Max Hail Size
2.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 15203 · 1975–present Updated  Daily · last Apr 29, 2025

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 15203

14 reports
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1.00″ hail
Jun 30, 2021
5:15 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: South Side Flats, PA
0.75″ hail
Jul 30, 2006
2:59 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Pittsburgh, PA
0.75″ hail
Jul 30, 2006
2:30 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Pittsburgh, PA
0.75″ hail
Jun 19, 2006
8:08 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Numerous reports penny size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: Pittsburgh, PA
0.75″ hail
May 25, 2004
2:03 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Pittsburgh, PA
1.00″ hail
Aug 27, 2003
7:47 AM EST
Hail report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Pittsburgh, PA
0.75″ hail
Jun 30, 1998
2:05 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Pittsburgh, PA
1.00″ hail
Jul 18, 1997
2:13 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: One inch diameter hail was reported in the southern section of Pittsburgh.
NWS Hail Report Location: Pittsburgh, PA
2.00″ hail
Jul 19, 1983
12:30 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, PA
1.00″ hail
Jul 8, 1980
12:05 AM CST
Hail report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, PA
2.00″ hail
Jul 10, 1978
11:00 AM CST
Hail report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, PA
1.00″ hail
Jun 26, 1978
5:50 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, PA
1.00″ hail
Jun 14, 1976
5:45 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, PA
1.00″ hail
Aug 13, 1975
4:12 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, PA
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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 15203

36 reports
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UNK mph
Apr 29, 2025
9:11 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Awnings ripped off homes in South Side.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Pittsburgh, PA
UNK mph
Aug 27, 2023
5:41 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on PJ McArdle Roadway
NWS Wind Report Location: Allentown, PA
UNK mph
Jun 30, 2021
5:17 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: REPORT OF TREE AND POWERLINES DOWN ON THE 2800 BLOCK OF SARAH STREET. TIME ESTIMATED BASED ON RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Arlington, PA
UNK mph
Jun 4, 2020
8:58 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MEDIUM-SIZED TREE FELL ON A HOME ON PROCTOR WAY. TREE LYING ON GUTTER... NO DAMAGE TO HOUSE.
NWS Wind Report Location: Allentown, PA
58 mph
Dec 22, 2013
3:18 AM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency manager reported trees and wires down, centered around the South Hills.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Pittsburgh, PA
85 mph
Aug 9, 2007
2:00 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A microburst hit the Uptown section of Pittsburgh with damage from along Fifth Street to Moultrie Street. Numerous buildings had structural damage with walls of several buildings collapsed and roofs torn off. Several buildings also has windows broken and siding torn off. Trees were also snapped off. The damage extended for about 700 yards and was 400 yards wide.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Pittsburgh, PA
58 mph
Jun 21, 2007
3:44 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The public reported large tree limbs down in Pittsburgh.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Pittsburgh, PA
58 mph
Jul 30, 2006
3:15 PM EST
Wind report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 15 trees blown down by wind.
NWS Wind Report Location: Pittsburgh, PA
58 mph
Jun 22, 2006
6:00 PM EST
Wind report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees and power lines down.
NWS Wind Report Location: Pittsburgh, PA
60 mph
Jun 14, 2004
7:25 PM EST
Wind report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 8 houses suffered damage, such as roofs damaged and siding blown off. An industrial building lost part of its roof in Millvale, along Route 28. 60,000 customers lost electric power.
NWS Wind Report Location: Pittsburgh, PA
60 mph
May 21, 2004
5:13 AM EST
Wind report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees blown down onto building.
NWS Wind Report Location: Pittsburgh, PA
58 mph
May 21, 2004
4:57 AM EST
Wind report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down.
NWS Wind Report Location: Pittsburgh, PA
58 mph
Nov 12, 2003
10:00 PM EST
Wind report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A few trees and power lines blown down by wind along Banksville Rd and Highland Park.
NWS Wind Report Location: Pittsburgh, PA
58 mph
Jul 21, 2003
1:15 PM EST
Wind report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Power lines blown down by wind in Shadyside section of Pittsburgh.
NWS Wind Report Location: Pittsburgh, PA
58 mph
Jul 10, 2003
4:50 PM EST
Wind report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on Mount Washington section of Pittsburgh.
NWS Wind Report Location: Pittsburgh, PA
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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 15203

2 reports
EF0 category
Aug 9, 2007
1:50 PM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An NWS Survey found and EF0 tornado touched down in the West End area of Pittsburgh affecting areas along Toledo, Municipal, and Greenway Streets. Numerous trees were snapped and power lines were down. There was some structural damage to a few homes and buildings. Maximum estimated winds were 85 MPH.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .69 W Option, PA
F0 category
Apr 25, 1976
12:55 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 15203
Allegheny County · 372,149 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, PA
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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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U.S. Census Data · ZIP Code

ZIP 15203 area census snapshot

People & households
Population10,713
Households6,062
Housing units6,983
Income
Median household income$71,299
$100k+ households35.5%
$150k+ households16.7%
Housing stock
Single-family detached2,233
Attached single-family1,689
Small multifamily1,862
Large multifamily1,183
Mobile homes16
Housing mix
Single-family share32.0%
Attached-home share24.2%
Multifamily share43.6%
Mobile-home share0.2%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied2,411
Renter-occupied3,651
Vacant units921
Home value & age
Median home value$251,900
Owner homes $300k+33.6%
Owner homes $500k+9.3%
Owner homes $750k+1%
Median year built1938
Older-home share74.9%
Vehicle context
Households with cars5,252
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 15203 have on record?

Our records show 14 hail, 36 wind, and 2 tornado reports in and near ZIP 15203, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on April 29, 2025.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 15203?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 15203 is 2.00″. It was reported near Pittsburgh, PA on July 19, 1983.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 15203 — 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 15203 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 15203 — 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 15203 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 15203 — 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 15203 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 15203 — 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 15203, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 15203, 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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