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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 23185

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 23185 from June 30, 1957 through July 28, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
17
Wind Reports
86
Tornado Reports
8
Max Hail Size
2.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 23185 · 1957–present Updated  Daily · last Jul 28, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 23185

17 reports
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1.00″ hail
Oct 18, 2022
12:02 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 23185
James City County · 23,232 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL IN GROVE. TIME ESTIMATED.
NWS Hail Report Location: Grove, VA
1.00″ hail
May 2, 2016
10:15 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 23185
James City County · 23,232 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Williamsburg, VA
1.00″ hail
Jun 30, 2012
8:20 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 23185
Williamsburg city · 2,330 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was measured.
NWS Hail Report Location: .55 E Williamsburg, VA
1.00″ hail
Apr 20, 2009
4:30 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 23185
Williamsburg city · 2,330 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: .55 E Williamsburg, VA
0.75″ hail
Apr 6, 2009
8:45 AM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 23185
York County · 19,104 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail broke several windshields near Route 199 and Penneman Road.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4.09 SSE Magruder, VA
0.88″ hail
Jul 8, 2008
2:10 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 23185
James City County · 23,232 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail was reported on Longhill Road near the Lafayette High School.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.97 SSE Ewell, VA
1.00″ hail
Jun 19, 2008
6:25 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 23185
Williamsburg city · 2,330 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: .55 E Williamsburg, VA
1.00″ hail
Jun 29, 2007
7:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 23185
James City County · 23,232 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail fell near Grove. The hail crushed grapes and damaged vines at the Williamsburg Winery.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.6 WSW Grove, VA
1.00″ hail
Jun 29, 2007
7:02 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 23185
James City County · 23,232 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail fell near Five Forks.
NWS Hail Report Location: .55 E Five Forks, VA
0.75″ hail
Aug 21, 2005
3:25 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 23185
James City County · 23,232 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 W Five Forks, VA
0.75″ hail
Mar 7, 2004
9:19 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 23185
James City County · 23,232 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 N Jamestown, VA
0.75″ hail
Aug 27, 2001
5:30 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 23185
Williamsburg city · 2,330 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Williamsburg, VA
1.25″ hail
May 26, 2001
10:25 AM EST
Hail report for ZIP 23185
Williamsburg city · 2,330 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Williamsburg, VA
1.00″ hail
May 26, 2001
10:25 AM EST
Hail report for ZIP 23185
James City County · 23,232 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SW Five Forks, VA
1.75″ hail
Aug 11, 1999
6:33 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 23185
Williamsburg city · 2,330 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Williamsburg, VA
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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 23185

86 reports
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UNK mph
Jul 28, 2026
11:56 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 23185
James City County · 23,232 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The 911 call center reported a few trees down across James City County with one tree near the the Jamestown Settlement and Jamestown Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Wnw Jamestown, VA
UNK mph
Jul 7, 2026
11:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 23185
James City County · 23,232 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 3 trees down across the area. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Five Forks, VA
UNK mph
Jun 23, 2026
6:05 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 23185
York County · 19,104 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Delayed report from the public of numerous tree branches and medium to large limbs on Bowstring Dr.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SW Queens Lake, VA
UNK mph
Mar 17, 2025
4:40 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 23185
York County · 19,104 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Dominion reports damaged power lines at Pebble Beach Ln.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Carver Gardens, VA
59 mph
Mar 5, 2025
8:35 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 23185
James City County · 23,232 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 51 knot gust measured at KJGG.
NWS Wind Report Location: Williamsburg Airport, VA
UNK mph
Mar 5, 2025
8:30 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 23185
York County · 19,104 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Small amount of roof and siding damage at Verena at the Reserve. Strong wind lasted 20 to 30 seconds.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NNW Williamsburg, VA
UNK mph
Mar 5, 2025
8:25 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 23185
James City County · 23,232 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree damage with loud snapping sounds reported. Time estimated.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SE Five Forks, VA
UNK mph
Aug 3, 2024
9:45 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 23185
York County · 19,104 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree fell along Little John rd. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Queens Lake, VA
UNK mph
Aug 3, 2024
9:42 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 23185
James City County · 23,232 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree knocked down powerlines on Judy Dr. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSE Grove, VA
60 mph
Aug 3, 2024
12:11 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 23185
James City County · 23,232 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Measured 53 kt gust along the northern shore of the James River.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ESE Governors Land, VA
UNK mph
Aug 3, 2024
12:09 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 23185
James City County · 23,232 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree knocked down along Jockeys Neck Trl. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SSW Williamsburg Airp, VA
UNK mph
Aug 3, 2024
12:09 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 23185
James City County · 23,232 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree knocked down along Colonial Pkwy. Time estimated from radar. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SSE Kings Point, VA
UNK mph
Aug 3, 2024
12:09 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 23185
York County · 19,104 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down across I64 near Camp Peary.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 W Queens Lake, VA
UNK mph
Jun 30, 2024
7:00 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 23185
James City County · 23,232 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Lane closures on US-60 likely due to debris on roadway reported by Dept of Highways. Time estimated from radar data.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SE Grove, VA
UNK mph
Sep 25, 2022
9:33 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 23185
James City County · 23,232 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: NWS EMPLOYEE REPORTED A TREE DOWN AT BUSCH GARDENS THAT SNAPPED THE SKY RIDE CABLE AND IS BLOCKING THE TRAIN TRACK. TIME ESTIMATED VIA RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Carver Gardens, VA
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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 23185

8 reports
UNK category
Jun 8, 2025
8:00 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 23185
James City County · 23,232 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Powerline reported downed at Jamestown Road at Sandy Bay Road. Time Radar estimated.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 S Five Forks, VA
UNK category
Aug 11, 2020
8:13 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 23185
James City County · 23,232 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: NWS STORM SURVEY CONFIRMED AN EF1 TORNADO WITH A PEAK WIND SPEED OF 90 MPH OCCURRED AT GOVERNORS LAND AT TWO RIVERS IN JAMES CITY COUNTY... VA. THE TORNADO OCCURRED AROUND 4:13 AM AND TRACKED 0.8 MILES.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 W Governors Land, VA
UNK category
Aug 4, 2020
8:14 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 23185
James City County · 23,232 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: NUMEROUS TREES DOWN NEAR TWO RIVERS COUNTRY CLUB.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 W Governors Land, VA
UNK category
Apr 22, 2019
12:06 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 23185
York County · 19,104 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: NWS STORM SURVEY CONFIRMED AN EF0 TORNADO IN THE QUEENS LAKE SECTION OF YORK COUNTY... VA.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Queens Lake, VA
EF3 category
Apr 16, 2011
5:53 PM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 23185
York County · 19,104 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Tornado tracked from James City county into York county. The tornado mainly affected the Yorktown Naval Weapons Station. Numerous trees were downed or sheared off, with no significant building damage reported.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3.92 W Lackey, VA
EF0 category
Apr 28, 2008
3:35 PM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 23185
James City County · 23,232 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A brief tornado touched down in James City county about 6 miles northwest of Jamestown. Several trees were uprooted or snapped off, and there was some minor damage to homes in the area.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 6 NW Jamestown, VA
F1 category
Jan 11, 2006
6:23 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 23185
James City County · 23,232 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: F1 tornado caused intermittent damage at the Jamestown Beach Campground and Foxfield subdivision. One trailer and a pop-up camper were destroyed at the campground and caused minor injuries to two occupants. Two townhomes suffered minor roof and siding damage in the subdivision. Many trees were damaged along Jamestown Road.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 NW Jamestown, VA
F1 category
Aug 6, 1993
1:50 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 23185
James City County · 23,232 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado touched down 2 miles south southeast of Williamsburg on the banks of the James River, destroying a recreation building and bath house and snapping numerous trees. It then moved into a trailer park at Blow Flats Road where five mobile homes were rolled over and it continued northeast and destroyed a storage trailer and a large metal manufacturing building and numerous trees were downed as well, blocking highways. The tornado then moved into York County, hitting the southern section of the Naval Weapons Station damaging several buildings and knocking down trees, it then dissipated in the western part of Yorktown.
NWS Tornado Report Location: SSE Williamsburg To, VA
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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 23185 area census snapshot

People & households
Population54,411
Households19,664
Housing units22,879
Income
Median household income$103,507
$100k+ households45.6%
$150k+ households23.3%
Housing stock
Single-family detached13,692
Attached single-family2,627
Small multifamily3,265
Large multifamily2,823
Mobile homes472
Housing mix
Single-family share59.9%
Attached-home share11.5%
Multifamily share26.6%
Mobile-home share2.1%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied14,416
Renter-occupied5,248
Vacant units3,215
Home value & age
Median home value$413,500
Owner homes $300k+73.5%
Owner homes $500k+31.6%
Owner homes $750k+12.6%
Median year built1990
Older-home share30.2%
Vehicle context
Households with cars18,546
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 23185 have on record?

Our records show 17 hail, 86 wind, and 8 tornado reports in and near ZIP 23185, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on July 28, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 23185?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 23185 is 2.00″. It was reported near Williamsburg, VA on June 30, 1957.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 23185 — 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 23185 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 23185 — 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 23185 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 23185 — 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 23185 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 23185 — 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 23185, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 23185, 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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