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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 29626

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 29626 from August 10, 1956 through September 6, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
15
Wind Reports
64
Tornado Reports
5
Max Hail Size
4.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 29626 · 1956–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 6, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 29626

15 reports
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1.75″ hail
Nov 8, 2025
9:00 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Anderson County Dispatch reported Golf-Ball sized hail on Airport Road near the Anderson Regional Airport.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 WSW Anderson, SC
1.00″ hail
Jun 15, 2023
10:42 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Social media report of quarter size hail near the Anderson Airport.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 WSW Anderson, SC
1.00″ hail
Jun 1, 2018
10:05 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL AND SEVERAL SHINGLES BLOWN OFF ROOF.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 SW Anderson, SC
1.00″ hail
Jun 30, 2015
12:41 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Spotter and several people in the public reported quarter size hail from near the Anderson Airport to near downtown Anderson.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.14 E (And)Anderson Co Arp, SC
0.75″ hail
Jul 24, 2012
5:55 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail fell in the Homeland Park community.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Homeland Park, SC
0.75″ hail
Jul 23, 2008
2:45 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 7 NW Starr, SC
1.00″ hail
Jul 8, 2008
3:00 PM EST-5
Hail report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail damaged the roof of a vacant house at the intersection of highway 187 and highway 24.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.45 WNW (And)Anderson Co Arp, SC
0.75″ hail
Aug 2, 2006
4:05 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 W Anderson, SC
0.88″ hail
Apr 21, 2006
6:01 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 W Anderson, SC
1.75″ hail
Jun 25, 2001
1:55 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golfball-sized hail fell on the Anderson County side of Lake Hartwell. 8 to 10 homes were also struck by lightning. A few fires were started also.
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 W Anderson, SC
1.00″ hail
Aug 20, 1999
3:47 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: W Anderson, SC
0.75″ hail
Jun 9, 1998
4:20 PM EST
Hail report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 9 SW Anderson, SC
1.00″ hail
Jun 2, 1998
8:55 AM EST
Hail report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: (And)Anderson Co Arp, SC
1.75″ hail
Apr 23, 1987
5:25 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, SC
4.00″ hail
Apr 8, 1957
5:10 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, 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 29626

64 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 6, 2026
8:19 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Social media picture of a snapped pine tree in Anderson.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Wsw Anderson, SC
60 mph
Jun 18, 2025
12:25 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trained spotter estimated 60mph wind gusts along Hwy 28 in Anderson.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSW Anderson, SC
60 mph
Jun 7, 2025
11:26 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 WSW Anderson, SC
UNK mph
Jun 7, 2025
11:17 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees downed at Springfield Campground.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNE Sadlers Creek Sta, SC
UNK mph
Apr 11, 2025
12:05 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree and/or utility line damage along with power outages west of Hwy 187.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ENE Sadlers Creek Sta, SC
UNK mph
May 9, 2024
5:50 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on W Whitner St.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 WSW Anderson, SC
60 mph
May 9, 2024
5:47 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Anderson Regional Airport.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 WSW Anderson, SC
UNK mph
Jul 29, 2023
11:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees and large limbs down here and within 5 miles of the location. Flag pole bent to the ground also.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E Sadlers Creek State, SC
UNK mph
Apr 7, 2022
7:15 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: LARGE OAK UPROOTED... MEDIUM CEDAR TREE SPLIT... ROOF DAMAGE... DOWNED POWER LINES.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 NNE Sadlers Creek Sta, SC
UNK mph
Apr 7, 2022
7:10 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 2 POWER POLES DOWN... NUMEROUS TREES DOWN... AND SOME LIGHT DAMAGE TO BUILDINGS FROM LAKE HARTWELL INLAND A MILE OR SO.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 NNE Sadlers Creek Sta, SC
UNK mph
Apr 7, 2022
7:10 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES DOWN AND A TRAMPOLINE BLOWN 300 FEET.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 W Anderson, SC
60 mph
Jun 22, 2019
6:22 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ASOS AT THE ANDERSON REGIONAL AIRPORT MEASURED A WIND GUST OF 60 MPH.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 WSW Anderson, SC
UNK mph
Sep 27, 2018
10:40 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: STRONG WINDS ESTIMATED TO BE AT LEAST 70 MPH SNAPPED OR UPROOTED BETWEEN 30-40 TREES ON PRIVATE PROPERTY OFF PROVIDENCE CHURCH ROAD. A TREE WAS REPORTED DOWN ON A HOUSE ON PROVIDENCE CHURCH ROAD AS WELL.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 ENE Reed Creek, SC
UNK mph
Jul 22, 2018
1:45 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ONE LARGE OAK TREE SNAPPED IN HALF ALONG WITH SIX SMALLER TREES BLOWN DOWN. TWO DOCKS BROKE LOOSE INTO LAKE HARTWELL.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNE Sadlers Creek Sta, SC
70 mph
Apr 6, 2017
4:16 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ANDERSON REGIONAL AIRPORT ASOS REPORTED A WIND GUST OF 70 MPH
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 WSW Anderson, 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 29626

5 reports
EF1 category
Jun 2, 2013
3:09 PM EST-5
Tornado report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An NWS storm survey found the path of a weak tornado that began in a field east of Lake Hartwell, just west of highway 187 north of the Country Meadows intersection. The tornado traveled east northeast to a farmstead on highway 187, blowing away a small outbuilding and peeling some metal panels off the roof of a larger shed. The tornado continued ENE to Busby Rd, where a portion of the roof was removed from a home. The house also shifted slightly on its foundation while a deck was lifted and tossed and a garage door caved in. The track has lost at this point, as the tornado moved over open fields. However, the path was picked up again at Mar-Mac Rd, near the Martin Rd intersection, where numerous trees were uprooted or snapped. Some shingles were removed from a home and some outbuildings damaged in this areas we well. The end of the damage path was found near Tiffany Dr and Oak Noll Terrace, where two large pine trees were blown onto a home, causing substantial damage.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4.05 W (And)Anderson Co Arp, SC
F1 category
Jul 7, 2005
1:43 AM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This tornado began over the northern part of Lake Hartwell, possibly over the lake, as the initial damage was to docks and around a dozen sailboats on the northeast shore of the lake. One boat was tossed about 100 yards. Several trees were also blown down onshore. Newspaper reported damage to the docks alone was 60k.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 9 W Anderson, SC
F0 category
Jun 25, 2004
8:00 PM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This weak tornado affected locations near highway 187 and Peninsula Dr. A number of trees were uprooted, snapped off, or otherwise damaged.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 8 WSW Anderson, SC
F1 category
Apr 26, 1996
8:44 AM EST
Tornado report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 SSE Anderson Co Arpt, SC
F3 category
Apr 8, 1974
3:33 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 29626
Anderson County · 65,340 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, 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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ZIP 29626 area census snapshot

People & households
Population13,678
Households5,749
Housing units6,443
Income
Median household income$55,063
$100k+ households30.0%
$150k+ households11.1%
Housing stock
Single-family detached4,547
Attached single-family20
Small multifamily394
Large multifamily0
Mobile homes1,441
Housing mix
Single-family share70.6%
Attached-home share0.3%
Multifamily share6.1%
Mobile-home share22.4%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied4,677
Renter-occupied1,072
Vacant units694
Home value & age
Median home value$161,800
Owner homes $300k+18.5%
Owner homes $500k+7.6%
Owner homes $750k+3.2%
Median year built1991
Older-home share34.1%
Vehicle context
Households with cars5,454
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 29626 have on record?

Our records show 15 hail, 64 wind, and 5 tornado reports in and near ZIP 29626, 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 29626?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 29626 is 4.00″. It was reported near Anderson, SC on April 8, 1957.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 29626 — 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 29626 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 29626 — 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 29626 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 29626 — 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 29626 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 29626 — 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 29626, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 29626, 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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