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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 35179

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 35179 from April 8, 1957 through June 1, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
26
Wind Reports
55
Tornado Reports
13
Max Hail Size
4.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 35179 · 1957–present Updated  Daily · last Jun 1, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 35179

26 reports
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1.00″ hail
May 2, 2025
8:39 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter hail covering the ground in West Point.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 W West Point, AL
1.00″ hail
Feb 12, 2024
6:46 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail in Vinemont Time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 N South Vinemont, AL
4.00″ hail
Mar 19, 2018
11:30 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: CORRECTS PREVIOUS HAIL REPORT FROM 5 NNW WEST POINT. CULLMAN COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE RECEIVED REPORTS OF SOFTBALL SIZE HAIL IN THE BATTLEGROUND AREA.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 NNW West Point, AL
0.88″ hail
Oct 8, 2014
4:00 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel sized hail was reported along county road 1282, about three miles north of West Point, Alabama.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 N West Pt, AL
1.50″ hail
Oct 24, 2010
10:10 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Ping Pong size hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.69 NW West Pt, AL
1.00″ hail
Mar 25, 2010
5:08 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: One inch hail was reported in Battleground.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Battleground, AL
1.75″ hail
Apr 10, 2009
2:06 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf ball size hail fell at the Cullman Regional Airport.
NWS Hail Report Location: .62 SW North Vinemont, AL
0.88″ hail
Apr 10, 2009
2:03 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail was reported in Vinemont.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Vinemont, AL
1.75″ hail
Apr 10, 2009
2:01 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf ball size hail fell.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Battleground, AL
1.75″ hail
Apr 10, 2009
1:57 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf ball size hail damaged cars in the Battleground area.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Battleground, AL
1.75″ hail
Apr 11, 2008
12:45 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A severe thunderstorm produced damaging hail the size of golfballs in the Vinemont area near the intersection of highway 31 and county road 1285.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.14 W Cullman Folsom Arpt, AL
1.00″ hail
Feb 21, 2005
2:15 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 35179
Madison County · 125,294 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail reported on Andrew Jackson Way.
NWS Hail Report Location: Huntsville, AL
0.75″ hail
Jul 7, 2004
3:15 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 W Vinemont, AL
0.75″ hail
May 2, 2003
3:05 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 35179
Jackson County · 17,538 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: penny size hail reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: Woodville, AL
0.75″ hail
Nov 10, 2002
8:17 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Dime size hail fell near Folsom Field.
NWS Hail Report Location: Vinemont, AL
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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 35179

55 reports
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UNK mph
Jun 1, 2026
6:34 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35179
Morgan County · 38,382 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down across southbound lanes of Hwy 157 in Battleground.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 NNW West Point, AL
UNK mph
Jun 1, 2026
6:21 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down blocking half of the roadway.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WNW West Point, AL
UNK mph
Jun 1, 2026
6:17 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down blocking roadway.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 NNW West Point, AL
UNK mph
Jun 15, 2025
12:53 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Pine tree down across the road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 N South Vinemont, AL
UNK mph
Jun 7, 2025
7:02 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on County Road 1408 in Cullman.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 ESE South Vinemont, AL
UNK mph
Apr 11, 2025
12:32 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree reported down over the road way at 341 CR 1447 in Cullman County.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SW Eva, AL
UNK mph
Apr 11, 2025
12:02 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree reported down across both lanes on 2553 CR 1371 in Cullman County AL.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 N South Vinemont, AL
UNK mph
Apr 10, 2025
11:32 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 3 SW Eva. Tree reported down over the road way at 341 CR 1447 in Cullman County.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SW Eva, AL
UNK mph
Apr 10, 2025
11:30 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on County Rd 1435.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NE South Vinemont, AL
UNK mph
Apr 10, 2025
11:22 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree reported down over the roadway at CR 1233 & CR 1225 north of West Point in Cullman County AL.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N West Point, AL
UNK mph
May 28, 2024
8:08 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Cullman County EMA reported a tree down blocking the road way along CR 1082.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 W West Point, AL
UNK mph
Aug 13, 2023
9:48 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on County Road 1319 and County Road 1419. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 ESE South Vinemont, AL
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
7:36 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees were knocked down at 5688 CR 1435. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NE South Vinemont, AL
UNK mph
Aug 6, 2023
8:00 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree and power lines were knocked down on CR 1107. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 WNW West Point, AL
UNK mph
Jul 21, 2023
10:17 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Report from mPING: 1-inch tree limbs broken; Shingles blown off.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NW South Vinemont, AL
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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 35179

13 reports
UNK category
Aug 28, 2020
10:27 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: NWS HUNTSVILLE STORM SURVEY CONCLUDED THAT THE DAMAGE IN NORTHWESTERN CULLMAN COUNTY WAS CONSISTENT WITH AN EF-1 TORNADO WITH WINDS OF 87 MPH.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 9 WNW West Point, AL
UNK category
Jun 23, 2018
12:42 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A TRAINED SPOTTER REPORTED A TORNADO ON THE GROUND NORTH OF CR 1422 NEAR LAKE CACOMA .
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 E South Vinemont, AL
UNK category
Jun 23, 2018
12:13 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: *** 3 INJ *** MULTIPLE REPORTS OF SIGNIFICANT TREE AND POWER LINE DAMAGE ALONG CR 1091 IN THE JONES CHAPEL AREA OF CULLMAN COUNTY. MOBILE HOME ON CR 1091 WAS DESTROYED IN THE VICINITY OF THE EM DIRECTOR'S HOME. THREE OCCUPANTS OF THE MOBILE HOME (2 ADULTS AND 1 CHILD) WERE INJURED. TIME OF REPORT CONFIRMED BY EM DIRECTOR... WHO WAS AT HOME AT THE TIME OF THE TORNADO.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 WNW West Point, AL
UNK category
Mar 19, 2018
11:55 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: CULLMAN EMA REPORTED TORNADO TOUCHDOWN NEAR VINEMONT.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 NNW South Vinemont, AL
UNK category
Mar 19, 2018
11:38 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: CULLMAN EMA REPORTED A TORNADO NEAR BATTLEGROUND NEAR AL 157.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 NNW West Point, AL
UNK category
Apr 22, 2017
10:40 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: EF-1 WITH MAXIMUM WIND SPEED OF 100 MPH... PATH LENGTH OF 4.39 MILES... AND MAXIMUM PATH WIDTH OF 200 YARDS.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 NW Jones Chapel, AL
EF0 category
Feb 24, 2011
11:10 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF-0 tornado with maximum winds of 75 mph and a path width of 20 yards tracked about one quarter mile on a farm just east of battleground. The tornado first snapped and twisted four tall hardwood trees before advancing northeast and destroying a large but unoccupied chicken barn. Metal and wood debris was shredded and twisted amongst nearby trees and damaged the adjacent home and a mobile home.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.52 E Battleground, AL
EF0 category
Apr 11, 2008
2:05 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF-0 Tornado with maximum winds of 70 mph, maximum path width of 40 yards. This tornado briefly touched down in the Hurricane Creek Park area. Tree damage also occurred in a nearby campground.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.85 NW Cullman Folsom Arpt, AL
F0 category
Mar 7, 1995
4:45 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A small tornado damaged several houses along with downing trees and power lines. A barn and a chicken house were also destroyed.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Enon, AL
F2 category
May 19, 1983
2:35 AM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 35179
Morgan County · 38,382 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, AL
F2 category
May 19, 1983
2:30 AM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, AL
F1 category
Apr 5, 1958
11:00 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 35179
Cullman County · 27,562 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, AL
F3 category
Apr 8, 1957
10:15 AM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 35179
Morgan County · 38,382 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, AL
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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 35179 area census snapshot

People & households
Population8,957
Households3,161
Housing units3,577
Income
Median household income$62,750
$100k+ households35.0%
$150k+ households11.1%
Housing stock
Single-family detached2,714
Attached single-family2
Small multifamily79
Large multifamily0
Mobile homes774
Housing mix
Single-family share75.9%
Attached-home share0.1%
Multifamily share2.2%
Mobile-home share21.6%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied2,760
Renter-occupied401
Vacant units416
Home value & age
Median home value$175,600
Owner homes $300k+19.1%
Owner homes $500k+2.3%
Owner homes $750k+1.5%
Median year built1987
Older-home share40.6%
Vehicle context
Households with cars3,133
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 35179 have on record?

Our records show 26 hail, 55 wind, and 13 tornado reports in and near ZIP 35179, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on June 1, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 35179?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 35179 is 4.00″. It was reported near West Point, AL on March 19, 2018.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 35179 — 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 35179 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 35179 — 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 35179 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 35179 — 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 35179 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 35179 — 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 35179, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 35179, 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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