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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 28052

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 28052 from March 7, 1992 through August 28, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
24
Wind Reports
52
Tornado Reports
5
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 28052 · 1992–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 28, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 28052

24 reports
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1.00″ hail
May 8, 2025
11:45 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: mPING user reported quarter-sized (1.00 in.) hail. Report time verified by radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 N Crowders, NC
1.00″ hail
Jun 17, 2022
9:15 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 ESE Bessemer City, NC
1.00″ hail
May 6, 2022
9:56 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SW Crowders, NC
1.75″ hail
Apr 26, 2020
1:18 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PUBLIC ESTIMATED GOLF BALL SIZED HAIL ON FINDLAY STREET.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SW Gastonia, NC
1.25″ hail
Apr 26, 2020
1:18 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: AMATEUR RADIO REPORTED HALF DOLLAR (1.25") SIZE HAIL ON N LIBERTY ST & W MAIN AVE
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 WNW Gastonia, NC
1.75″ hail
Apr 20, 2015
2:33 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Spotters reported hail to the size of golf balls in the Gastonia and Dallas areas.
NWS Hail Report Location: .89 SW Gastonia, NC
0.75″ hail
Aug 20, 2014
2:31 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported penny size hail on I-85.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.82 E Bessemer City, NC
0.75″ hail
Jun 10, 2014
6:27 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported up to penny size hail on the west side of Gastonia.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 WNW Gastonia, NC
1.00″ hail
Jun 13, 2013
3:59 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was reported along highway 321 near Radio St.
NWS Hail Report Location: .89 NW Gastonia, NC
0.75″ hail
Mar 24, 2012
2:54 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.36 WNW Crowders, NC
0.75″ hail
Aug 20, 2011
9:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .89 NW Gastonia, NC
1.00″ hail
May 10, 2011
11:35 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.36 WNW Crowders, NC
1.00″ hail
May 20, 2008
5:35 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Reported on Bethany Rd.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 SW Gastonia, NC
1.00″ hail
Jun 11, 2006
4:17 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 WSW Gastonia, NC
1.00″ hail
May 20, 2006
5:21 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 N Gastonia, 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 28052

52 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 28, 2026
8:50 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Wnw Gastonia, NC
UNK mph
Aug 28, 2026
8:35 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Sse Bessemer City, NC
UNK mph
Aug 6, 2026
10:50 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Powerlines down on road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Crowders, NC
UNK mph
Aug 6, 2026
9:12 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree on a house.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 W Gastonia, NC
UNK mph
Aug 6, 2026
9:10 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Powerline exploded from lightning strike.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Sw Gastonia, NC
UNK mph
Aug 6, 2026
9:08 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Sw Crowders, NC
UNK mph
Jul 10, 2026
6:55 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Stagecoach Rd at Queens Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Crowders, NC
UNK mph
May 8, 2025
11:56 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 2 NW Gastonia. Tree down on car.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2800 FORBES Rd, NC
UNK mph
May 25, 2024
6:30 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down with power lines.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W Gastonia, NC
UNK mph
May 25, 2024
6:09 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on a structure.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNW Gastonia, NC
UNK mph
May 8, 2024
7:45 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: *** 2 INJ *** Two individuals injured by falling trees near intersection of I-85 and US 321.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NNW Gastonia, NC
UNK mph
May 8, 2024
7:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Widespread wind damage across Gaston county. Trees down and power lines down in Kings Mountain area... Bessemer City... and western Gastonia.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NNW Gastonia, NC
UNK mph
Jan 12, 2023
11:13 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: POWER LINES DOWN IN GASTONIA.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NW Gastonia, NC
UNK mph
Jul 6, 2022
9:48 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 CALL CENTER REPORTED TREES DOWN ON STRUCTURE ON W 5TH AVE
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 W Gastonia, NC
UNK mph
Jun 17, 2022
9:20 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: POWER LINES DOWN ALONG CHAPEL GROVE ROAD AND CAMP ROTARY ROAD IN GASTONIA.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NW Crowders, 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 28052

5 reports
UNK category
May 8, 2024
7:40 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: *** 2 INJ *** Corrects previous tornado report from 3 NW Gastonia. This tornado touched down near West Davidson Ave snapping several trees. The tornado quickly moved to the east and crossed US Highway 321 near the I-85 interchange... reaching peak intensity. Two people were injured by falling trees near that intersection. Several buildings sustained minor roof damage... multiple power poles were snapped... and numerous trees were uprooted or snapped in a wooded area/Sims Legion Park. The tornado snapped additional trees as it crossed I-85 and moved through East Gastonia. Numerous trees were downed or snapped as the tornado moved through East Gastonia along with a warehouse sustaining roof damage. The tornado continued to produce tree damage as it moved through the Lowell area and crossed the South Fork Catawba River. Several more trees were downed in Belmont before the tornado lifted near Oak Street in the Springwood Community.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 NW Gastonia, NC
UNK category
May 22, 2020
7:43 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: NWS STORM SURVEY FOUND EF0 TORNADO DAMAGE THAT WAS EITHER A CONTINUATION OF THE TORNADO THAT MOVED ACROSS CHEROKEE AND YORK COUNTIES IN SOUTH CAROLINA... OR WAS A SEPARATE TORNADO. DAMAGE BEGAN AROUND SPARROW SPRINGS RD AND CONTINUED EAST/NORTHEAST BEFORE ENDING NEAR THE GASTONIA MUNICIPAL AIRPORT. DAMAGE WAS PRIMARILY LIMITED TO NUMEROUS UPROOTED TREES... SNAPPED LIMBS... AND MINOR STRUCTURAL DAMAGE.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 WSW Crowders, NC
EF2 category
May 9, 2008
1:10 AM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado track began just southeast of Gastonia and continued well into Mecklenburg County on the northwest side of Charlotte. Where the tornado first touched down, part of the roof was blown off the roof of an office building near the intersection of Union Rd and Garrison Bvd. The tornado continued east-northeast to the Garrison Blvd, S New Hope Rd area, where numerous homes and businesses received minor to moderate roof damage and numerous large trees were uprooted. The tornado produced sporadic, mainly minor damage as it moved through McAdenville, where it crossed I-85, blowing several cars off the interstate. The most significant damage was observed in the Catawba Heights/ Belmont area, near I-85, where much of the metal roof was peeled from a large wharehouse, causing 7 million dollars in damage. Another industrial business in this area lost most of its roof.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.16 S Gastonia, NC
F0 category
Mar 8, 2005
7:15 AM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A weak tornado developed within a squall line as it passed just south of Gastonia. A funnel cloud was observed just west of highway 321, but the condensation funnel did not extend to the ground. Eyewitnesses ran inside their home, at which time the house reportedly shook. Shingles were torn off the roof of the home, and numerous large limbs were blown down.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 SSW Gastonia, NC
F1 category
Feb 21, 1997
5:22 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 28052
Gaston County · 72,817 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: SW Crowders, 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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ZIP 28052 area census snapshot

People & households
Population36,896
Households13,734
Housing units15,561
Income
Median household income$46,015
$100k+ households30.2%
$150k+ households8.1%
Housing stock
Single-family detached11,690
Attached single-family148
Small multifamily2,028
Large multifamily496
Mobile homes1,199
Housing mix
Single-family share75.1%
Attached-home share1.0%
Multifamily share16.2%
Mobile-home share7.7%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied7,246
Renter-occupied6,488
Vacant units1,827
Home value & age
Median home value$173,500
Owner homes $300k+13.1%
Owner homes $500k+2.6%
Owner homes $750k+0.6%
Median year built1968
Older-home share67.3%
Vehicle context
Households with cars12,500
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 28052 have on record?

Our records show 24 hail, 52 wind, and 5 tornado reports in and near ZIP 28052, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 28, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 28052?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 28052 is 1.75″. It was reported near Gastonia, NC on April 26, 2020.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 28052 — 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 28052 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 28052 — 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 28052 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 28052 — 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 28052 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 28052 — 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 28052, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 28052, 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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