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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 15563

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 15563 from July 12, 1985 through September 3, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
1
Wind Reports
19
Tornado Reports
2
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 15563 · 1985–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 3, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 15563

1 reports
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1.75″ hail
Jul 12, 1985
3:30 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 15563
Somerset County · 27,746 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 15563

19 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 3, 2026
1:13 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 15563
Somerset County · 27,746 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down across Monument Road around the 1250 block north of Browning Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Wsw Central City, PA
UNK mph
Sep 3, 2026
1:00 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 15563
Somerset County · 27,746 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down and partially blocking Whistler Road at the 3460 block.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Stoystown, PA
UNK mph
Jul 18, 2026
4:25 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 15563
Somerset County · 27,746 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Route 219 and Lincoln Hwy.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Se Boswell, PA
UNK mph
Jun 14, 2026
9:12 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 15563
Somerset County · 27,746 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees/wires down.
NWS Wind Report Location: Stoystown, PA
UNK mph
Apr 14, 2026
10:47 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 15563
Somerset County · 27,746 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Rosenbaum Road by Lincoln Highway.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ESE Stoystown, PA
UNK mph
Mar 16, 2025
5:42 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 15563
Somerset County · 27,746 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down in the area... including at least one tree down on a home along Stoystown Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SSW Stoystown, PA
UNK mph
May 20, 2022
2:48 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 15563
Somerset County · 27,746 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES DOWN ON WIRES.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Acosta, PA
UNK mph
Aug 25, 2020
7:45 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 15563
Somerset County · 27,746 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN ACROSS ROADWAY.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ENE Stoystown, PA
UNK mph
Jul 5, 2020
9:28 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 15563
Somerset County · 27,746 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A FEW TREES DOWN AROUND STOYSTOWN INCLUDING ON BICYCLE RD... SLAGLE HILL RD... AND LAMBERTSVILLE RD.
NWS Wind Report Location: Stoystown, PA
UNK mph
Apr 13, 2020
4:17 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 15563
Somerset County · 27,746 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: NUMEROUS TREES AND WIRES DOWN AROUND STOYSTOWN.
NWS Wind Report Location: Stoystown, PA
UNK mph
May 29, 2019
8:35 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 15563
Somerset County · 27,746 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN ACROSS RD. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NW Stoystown, PA
UNK mph
Apr 15, 2019
2:22 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 15563
Somerset County · 27,746 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE BLOCKING HIGHWAY AT INTERSECTION OF LINCOLN HIGHWAY AND LAMBERTSVILLE ROAD.
NWS Wind Report Location: Stoystown, PA
UNK mph
May 13, 2018
9:55 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 15563
Somerset County · 27,746 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES REPORTED DOWN IN VICINITY OF OLD FORBES ROAD... SLICK ROAD AND WILBUR ROAD EAST OF STOYSTOWN.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E Stoystown, PA
58 mph
Dec 22, 2013
4:15 AM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 15563
Somerset County · 27,746 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A narrow line of heavy showers with estimated winds near 60 mph brought down utility wires and caused power outages in Stoystown.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Stoystown, PA
58 mph
May 27, 2012
5:21 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 15563
Somerset County · 27,746 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm winds estimated near 60 mph knocked down trees and utility wires in Stoystown.
NWS Wind Report Location: .53 W Stoystown, 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 15563

2 reports
EF0 category
Aug 7, 2013
6:20 PM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 15563
Somerset County · 27,746 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A storm survey conducted in Quemahoning Township in Somerset County confirmed a brief, weak EF0 tornado occurred a few miles east of Ralphton near Horner Church Road. One home sustained minor damage and one barn roof was partially torn off. Over 2 dozen trees were knocked down or damaged. The estimated maximum wind speed was between 70-80 mph. The maximum path width was 75 yards with a path length of about 0.25 mile. There were no injuries or fatalities.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .96 SE Ralphton, PA
F1 category
Jun 30, 1998
3:25 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 15563
Somerset County · 27,746 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This small (F1) tornado had just a 1/4-mile path, but was embedded within a larger area of downburst winds that began at the top of Laurel Mountain in Forbes State Forest and extended east-southeast for nearly 23 miles. Width of the damage was about 70 yards, with downburst damage nearly a mile wide. No one witnessed the tornado, but several told of hearing a roar, with wind and rain beginning simultaneously. About 100 trees were taken down by the storm.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Buckstown, 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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NWS Storm Reports & Census Data

U.S. Census Data · ZIP Code

ZIP 15563 area census snapshot

People & households
Population2,598
Households1,086
Housing units1,525
Income
Median household income$59,851
$100k+ households36.3%
$150k+ households10.5%
Housing stock
Single-family detached1,262
Attached single-family5
Small multifamily58
Large multifamily22
Mobile homes178
Housing mix
Single-family share82.8%
Attached-home share0.3%
Multifamily share5.3%
Mobile-home share11.7%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied924
Renter-occupied162
Vacant units439
Home value & age
Median home value$119,400
Owner homes $300k+12.2%
Owner homes $500k+5.7%
Owner homes $750k+1.6%
Median year built1959
Older-home share73.2%
Vehicle context
Households with cars1,041
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 15563 have on record?

Our records show 1 hail, 19 wind, and 2 tornado reports in and near ZIP 15563, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 3, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 15563?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 15563 is 1.75″. It was reported near Jennerstown, PA on July 12, 1985.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 15563 — 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 15563 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 15563 — 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 15563 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 15563 — 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 15563 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 15563 — 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 15563, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 15563, 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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