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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 29138

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 29138 from March 21, 1974 through September 6, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
31
Wind Reports
138
Tornado Reports
5
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 29138 · 1974–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 6, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 29138

31 reports
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1.75″ hail
May 23, 2026
8:45 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public report of golf ball size hail Highway 378.
NWS Hail Report Location: 7 ENE Saluda, SC
1.75″ hail
Dec 18, 2024
10:13 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Saluda County Sheriff reported hail up to golf ball sized near the intersection of Mt Willing Rd and Columbia Hwy.
NWS Hail Report Location: 7 ENE Saluda, SC
1.50″ hail
Dec 18, 2024
10:08 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Social media photo relayed from the public of up to ping pong ball sized hail in the Mount Willing neighborhood east of downtown Saluda... SC. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 E Saluda, SC
1.00″ hail
Dec 18, 2024
9:58 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Social media photo relayed from the public of up to quarter sized hail in downtown Saluda... SC. Location of report is approximate. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: Saluda, SC
1.25″ hail
May 6, 2022
9:33 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAIL UP TO HALF DOLLAR SIZE FELL CAUSING LEAF DAMAGE ON THE PROPERTY.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NNE Saluda, SC
1.00″ hail
May 6, 2022
9:31 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SHERIFF DISPATCH REPORTED QUARTER SIZE HAIL NEAR THE TOWN OF SALUDA.
NWS Hail Report Location: Saluda, SC
1.50″ hail
May 3, 2021
7:50 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SALUDA CO-OP OBSERVER REPORTED PING PONG BALL SIZED HAIL.
NWS Hail Report Location: Saluda, SC
1.75″ hail
May 3, 2021
7:50 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SALUDA CO EMERGENCY MANAGER REPORTS GOLF BALL SIZE HAIL AT SALUDA COUNTY COURTHOUSE AT 3:50PM. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: Saluda, SC
1.00″ hail
Jul 1, 2012
3:55 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported quarter size hail northwest of Saluday near Hwy 702.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.15 E Mayson, SC
1.00″ hail
Jul 1, 2012
3:40 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported quarter size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.5 NNW Saluda Co Arpt, SC
1.00″ hail
Mar 19, 2011
6:20 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported nickel to quarter size hail covering the ground.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NW Saluda, SC
1.00″ hail
Mar 19, 2011
6:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail fell for 20 to 25 minutes. The size ranged from 0.75 to 1.00 inches. The event occurred 2 miles west of the town of Saluda on Highway 178.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 W Saluda, SC
1.00″ hail
Sep 9, 2009
2:53 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported quarter size hail fell in Saluda some time between 3:46 pm and 4:01 pm.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Saluda, SC
0.88″ hail
Apr 10, 2009
8:17 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SKYWARN spotter reported nickel size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.86 NNE Colemans Xrds, SC
1.00″ hail
Apr 10, 2009
8:16 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Sheriff reported 1 inch hail on Fruit Hill road.
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 WNW Saluda, SC
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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 29138

138 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 6, 2026
9:47 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Saluda County Dispatch reported multiple trees down in the city of Saluda. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Saluda, SC
UNK mph
Sep 6, 2026
9:31 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Saluda County Dispatch reported numerous trees down along and just off Newberry Highway. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 N Saluda, SC
UNK mph
Sep 6, 2026
9:29 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Saluda county dispatch reported trees down along the 2100 Block of Shiloh Rd. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 Nnw Saluda, SC
UNK mph
Sep 5, 2026
9:06 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 9 Sse Silverstreet, SC
UNK mph
Sep 5, 2026
9:03 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 10 Ne Saluda, SC
UNK mph
Jun 18, 2026
10:51 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Shared pictures of a large oak tree that fell along Denny Highway in Saluda County. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 9 SSE Silverstreet, SC
UNK mph
Aug 11, 2025
8:38 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Saluda County emergency manager reported a couple chicken houses were destroyed and tin from the roof of a building near Simmons Rd was found a long distance away. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 WNW Saluda, SC
UNK mph
Aug 1, 2025
11:55 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Saluda County dispatch reported a tree on the roadway on John Rushton Rd. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 N Saluda, SC
UNK mph
Jun 10, 2025
12:21 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Saluda County dispatch reported trees down on powerlines in the 4000 block of Newberry Highway north of Saluda. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 N Saluda, SC
UNK mph
Jun 10, 2025
12:18 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Saluda County dispatch reported trees down at The Ridge Rd and Caldwell Rd. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 SSE Silverstreet, SC
UNK mph
Jun 8, 2025
12:22 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Public reports widespread trees and powerlines down across Saluda County. Time estimated based on radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Saluda, SC
UNK mph
May 9, 2024
6:54 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Saluda County dispatch reported a tree down along Greenwood Highway. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 WNW Saluda, SC
UNK mph
Jan 29, 2024
1:23 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects date from previous report. A NWS Survey team discovered a downed tree blocking Tostie Creek Rd. and a second downed tree in an adjacent field. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 S Silverstreet, SC
UNK mph
Jan 28, 2024
1:18 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Saluda County Emergency Manager reported wind damage on Hunters Lane at Blue Spring Road. Damage to home and tree reported down. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 8 NE Saluda, SC
UNK mph
Jan 9, 2024
6:23 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down in the town of Saluda on W Eutaw St and on Pencreek Rd. Time estimated.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 W Saluda, SC
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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 29138

5 reports
UNK category
Jan 29, 2024
1:19 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A National Weather Service storm survey team confirmed a brief EF-1 tornado with peak winds of 100 mph Saturday evening in Northern Saluda County. The length of the tornado was 0.82 miles and the max width was 150 yards. The tornado touched down near the intersection of Hunters Lane and Blue Spring Road producing minor damage to two houses in addition to a large number of trees further down Hunters Lane on both sides of the road where EF-1 damage was observed. The tornado then moved northeast into an inaccessible wooded area behind homes on Blue Spring Rd. The tornado turned slightly left crossing Blue Spring Rd in a NNE direction producing EF-1 damage to another wooded area before dissipating in an open field while approaching Hollywood Rd. The survey team estimated several hundred trees were damaged along the path. Many of the trees were uprooted along with a few trunks snapped. The damage to homes was mainly to the fascia board and missing shingles. The National Weather Service w
NWS Tornado Report Location: 8 NE Saluda, SC
UNK category
May 24, 2017
6:43 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: MULTIPLE TREES SNAPPED OFF. DAMAGE TO MOBILE HOME.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 W Saluda, SC
UNK category
May 24, 2017
6:41 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: 2 LARGE CEDAR TREES SNAPPED AND THROWN 15 FEET INO A FIELD. 20 OTHER TREES SNAPPED ALONG FRUIT HILL ROAD.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 6 W Saluda, SC
F1 category
Sep 16, 2004
3:00 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Storm survey found numerous trees and powerlines down, light to moderate damage to several mobile homes, a 2 story barn destroyed, 2 trees on cars, and light to moderate roof damage to several framed homes.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 NNE Saluda, SC
F0 category
Jun 2, 1998
10:28 AM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 29138
Saluda County · 6,170 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A small F0 breifly touched down in a cluster of trees on highway 432. Well defined convergent path.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 SE Saluda, SC
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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 29138 area census snapshot

People & households
Population9,641
Households3,679
Housing units4,407
Income
Median household income$45,410
$100k+ households27.3%
$150k+ households10.1%
Housing stock
Single-family detached2,468
Attached single-family23
Small multifamily200
Large multifamily3
Mobile homes1,713
Housing mix
Single-family share56%
Attached-home share0.5%
Multifamily share4.6%
Mobile-home share38.9%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied2,604
Renter-occupied1,075
Vacant units728
Home value & age
Median home value$111,200
Owner homes $300k+12.6%
Owner homes $500k+2.3%
Owner homes $750k+1.6%
Median year built1986
Older-home share42.9%
Vehicle context
Households with cars3,427
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 29138 have on record?

Our records show 31 hail, 138 wind, and 5 tornado reports in and near ZIP 29138, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 6, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 29138?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 29138 is 1.75″. It was reported near Saluda, SC on May 23, 2026.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 29138 — 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 29138 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 29138 — 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 29138 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 29138 — 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 29138 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 29138 — 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 29138, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 29138, 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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