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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 27513

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 27513 from April 8, 1976 through July 12, 2025, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
22
Wind Reports
24
Tornado Reports
2
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 27513 · 1976–present Updated  Daily · last Jul 12, 2025

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 27513

22 reports
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1.25″ hail
May 6, 2022
7:50 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: TRAINED SPOTTER MEASURED HALF DOLLAR SIZED HAIL NEAR CARY... NC. TIME GIVEN WITH REPORT.
NWS Hail Report Location: Cary, NC
1.75″ hail
Mar 31, 2012
10:48 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Widespread reports of hail ranging in size from quarters to golf balls were received along a swath from Cary to Raleigh to several miles southwest of Raleigh.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 N Cary, NC
1.00″ hail
Aug 30, 2008
6:25 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Cary, NC
0.75″ hail
Jun 21, 2008
4:00 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail up to the size of pennies was reported at the intersection of Cary Parkway and Evans Road.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.68 E Morrisville, NC
0.75″ hail
May 9, 2008
11:40 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .32 NW Cary, NC
0.75″ hail
May 9, 2008
11:39 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail was reported near the intersection of Castalia Drive and Old Apex Road.
NWS Hail Report Location: .08 WSW Cary, NC
0.88″ hail
May 9, 2008
11:30 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail was reported at the intersection of Jenkins Carpenter and High House Road.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Cary, NC
0.75″ hail
May 18, 2006
5:45 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Cary, NC
0.75″ hail
May 14, 2006
6:00 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 27513
Chatham County · 26,756 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Goldston, NC
0.75″ hail
Jun 1, 2001
12:40 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Cary, NC
0.75″ hail
Apr 1, 2001
11:58 AM EST
Hail report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Cary, NC
0.75″ hail
Apr 1, 2001
11:45 AM EST
Hail report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Cary, NC
0.75″ hail
Jun 14, 2000
1:20 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Dime size hail was reported a half mile north of downtown.
NWS Hail Report Location: Cary, NC
0.75″ hail
May 7, 1998
8:30 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Cary, NC
0.75″ hail
Mar 20, 1998
6:25 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Dime size hail was reported by National Weather Service Employees at Waverly Place in Cary and at a Raleigh residence near Gorman Street and the Beltline.
NWS Hail Report Location: Cary, NC
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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 27513

24 reports
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UNK mph
Jul 12, 2025
10:46 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: multiple trees/power lines down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NE Cary, NC
UNK mph
Jun 17, 2022
10:25 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN ACROSS THE STREET NEAR KINGSWOOD DRIVE. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NE Cary, NC
UNK mph
Jul 24, 2020
11:20 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 3 TREES AND SEVERAL LARGE BRANCHES DOWN IN VICINITY OF OLD APEX RD AND HOWLAND AVE.
NWS Wind Report Location: Cary, NC
UNK mph
Feb 6, 2020
7:00 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MULTIPLE TREES DOWN ON CASTALIA DRIVE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Cary, NC
58 mph
Jun 17, 2015
9:23 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees were blown down along a few mile swath in Cary. Also, one tree fell on a house in the 100 block of Honeysuckle Lane.
NWS Wind Report Location: .56 W Cary, NC
58 mph
Jul 6, 2012
4:10 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Two trees were reported down across Laurel Hollow Place.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.93 ESE Upchurch, NC
58 mph
Jul 24, 2011
2:05 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Severe thunderstorm wind gusts caused two sailboats to be flipped over at Bond Lake.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.68 W Cary, NC
58 mph
Jul 28, 2009
6:15 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A two in diameter tree was reported down at the intersection of Chapel Hill Road and West Maynard Road, along with an estimated wind gust of 70 mile per hour.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.32 N Cary, NC
59 mph
Mar 4, 2008
10:55 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Severe winds estimated between 60 to 70 mph, blew a tree down onto a home on Vickie Drive.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Cary, NC
58 mph
Aug 21, 2007
5:35 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: One tree was blown down onto a house in Cary.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Cary, NC
58 mph
Aug 9, 2007
7:30 PM EST-5
Wind report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: One tree was reported blown down and partially blocking traffic on Harrison Avenue near Reedy Creek. There were also several trees reported blown down on Weston Parkway. A metal gazebo was blown onto the porch of a residence in Cary. Finally, a shopping cart port was blown over, damaging a car in the Harris Teeter parking lot at the intersection of Maynard and Harrison.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Cary, NC
58 mph
Apr 17, 2006
2:25 PM EST
Wind report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN ON POWERLINES ON TRENTON ROAD.
NWS Wind Report Location: Cary, NC
69 mph
Mar 8, 2005
9:40 AM EST
Wind report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A utility building was blown away in town. Large trees were blown down on Ten Ten Road. Homes were damaged in the Fairview area, north of Fuquay-Varina, with widespread reports of trees down and power outages. Six to eight homes were damaged just southwest of Garner, with large pine and oak trees on houses. Numerous trees were blown down on Senter Farm Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: Cary, NC
58 mph
Jan 14, 2005
5:32 AM EST
Wind report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A large tree, approximately three feet in diameter, fell on a home in Cary off of Southeast Maynard Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: Cary, NC
58 mph
Aug 19, 2002
3:00 PM EST
Wind report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees were blown down near the intersection of U.S. 1 and U.S. 64.
NWS Wind Report Location: Cary, NC
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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 27513

2 reports
F0 category
Jun 1, 2001
1:00 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Siding was blown off of apartment buildings near Highway 54 and Cary Parkway. Trees were also blown down in the area, and a funnel cloud was reported.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Cary, NC
F0 category
Jul 12, 1996
1:25 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 27513
Wake County · 282,172 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Cary, NC
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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 27513 area census snapshot

People & households
Population47,444
Households19,726
Housing units21,204
Income
Median household income$119,458
$100k+ households41.8%
$150k+ households21.5%
Housing stock
Single-family detached12,455
Attached single-family1,848
Small multifamily1,899
Large multifamily5,002
Mobile homes0
Housing mix
Single-family share58.7%
Attached-home share8.7%
Multifamily share32.6%
Mobile-home share--
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied12,467
Renter-occupied7,259
Vacant units1,478
Home value & age
Median home value$468,300
Owner homes $300k+85.6%
Owner homes $500k+43.2%
Owner homes $750k+15.0%
Median year built1994
Older-home share9.3%
Vehicle context
Households with cars19,275
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 27513 have on record?

Our records show 22 hail, 24 wind, and 2 tornado reports in and near ZIP 27513, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on July 12, 2025.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 27513?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 27513 is 1.75″. It was reported near .69 N Cary, NC on March 31, 2012.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 27513 — 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 27513 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 27513 — 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 27513 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 27513 — 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 27513 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 27513 — 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 27513, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 27513, 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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