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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 35503

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 35503 from February 15, 1962 through August 23, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
25
Wind Reports
42
Tornado Reports
5
Max Hail Size
2.50″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 35503 · 1962–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 23, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 35503

25 reports
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1.00″ hail
Apr 9, 2021
7:18 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL REPORTED BETWEEN CURRY AND MANCHESTER. SOME HAIL MAY HAVE BEEN LARGER.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 NNW Manchester, AL
1.25″ hail
Mar 27, 2017
9:34 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: TIME CORRECTED.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 N Manchester, AL
1.25″ hail
Mar 27, 2017
9:27 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: TIME CORRECTED.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 N Manchester, AL
1.25″ hail
Mar 27, 2017
9:22 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: .
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 ENE Walker County Air, AL
1.25″ hail
Mar 27, 2017
9:22 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: .
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 WNW Manchester, AL
1.00″ hail
Mar 27, 2017
9:20 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: .
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NE Walker County Airp, AL
1.25″ hail
Mar 27, 2017
8:24 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: .
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 N Manchester, AL
1.00″ hail
Mar 31, 2015
5:35 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Gamble, AL
1.00″ hail
Oct 6, 2014
3:53 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail up to the size of quarters reported along Highway 195 just south of the Winston county line.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6.67 NNE Saragossa, AL
0.75″ hail
Dec 25, 2012
9:26 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4.41 NE Marigold, AL
1.00″ hail
May 21, 2012
10:13 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.38 NW Gamble, AL
0.75″ hail
May 7, 2012
2:06 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.1 ESE Marigold, AL
1.75″ hail
Mar 31, 2012
6:37 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: For the second time during this event, hail up to the size of golf balls was reported near Curry.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.38 N Marigold, AL
1.00″ hail
Mar 31, 2012
5:30 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.09 NW Jasper Walker Co Arp, AL
1.75″ hail
Mar 31, 2012
4:59 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Along Alabama Highway 195 north of Jasper, large hail damaged windows and sunroofs on approximately 40 vehicles and roofs on several homes.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.74 NW Marigold, 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 35503

42 reports
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48 mph
Aug 23, 2026
2:15 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: KJFX reported a gust of 42 kts.
NWS Wind Report Location: 0 E Walker County Airpo, AL
UNK mph
Jul 25, 2026
7:17 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and powerlines down. time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Nw Gamble, AL
UNK mph
Mar 5, 2025
2:06 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Redmill Saragossa Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WNW Gamble, AL
UNK mph
Jan 4, 2025
4:54 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Report of trees down in manchester.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ENE Walker County Air, AL
UNK mph
Aug 3, 2023
6:57 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees blown down in the Curry area.
NWS Wind Report Location: Curry, AL
UNK mph
Dec 30, 2021
1:20 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES WERE BLOWN DOWN ALONG HIGHWAY 195 IN NORTHERN WALKER COUNTY.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 S Mcdowell Campground, AL
UNK mph
Jun 12, 2021
9:23 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES AND POWERLINES DOWN ALONG HWY 5.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NW Gamble, AL
UNK mph
Aug 8, 2019
12:36 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A FEW TREES WERE BLOWN DOWN NEAR CURRY.
NWS Wind Report Location: Curry, AL
UNK mph
Apr 30, 2017
6:29 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES DOWN NEAR CURRY. SOME LANDED ON VEHICLES AND HOMES.
NWS Wind Report Location: Curry, AL
UNK mph
Apr 30, 2017
6:20 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES BLOWN DOWN ON HIGHWAY 5 NORTH OF JASPER.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ESE Gamble, AL
UNK mph
Apr 30, 2017
6:19 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES DOWN ON RUSSELL DAIRY ROAD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WNW Walker County Air, AL
58 mph
Jul 14, 2015
6:21 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree fell on mobile home on Castle Village Circle.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.77 SE Gamble, AL
63 mph
Jul 14, 2015
6:20 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees uprooted on Brakefield Dairy Road in the town of Jasper.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.01 S Manchester, AL
58 mph
Jun 7, 2014
7:36 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees were uprooted near the town of Curry.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4.41 NE Marigold, AL
69 mph
Feb 20, 2014
10:30 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees were blown down in Curry.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4.41 NE Marigold, 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 35503

5 reports
EF1 category
May 10, 2008
11:27 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado touched down near the intersection of Birdfarm Road and Snow Lake Road, and then moved southeast, crossing SR-257 and SR-69, before lifting near the Cullman County line. The tornado affected areas near the Sunlight Community, the Burrows Crossroads Community, and the Powellville Community. Numerous trees were either snapped off or uprooted along the path. Several structures suffered varying degrees of damage.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.07 NE Marigold, AL
F0 category
Apr 16, 1998
7:36 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Several trees were snapped off and uprooted; a few mobile homes were damaged. Power lines were down across the area.
NWS Tornado Report Location: NNW Jasper, AL
F0 category
Nov 26, 1988
5:55 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, AL
F2 category
Feb 22, 1983
1:15 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, AL
F1 category
Mar 6, 1967
3:10 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 35503
Walker County · 19,327 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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ZIP 35503 area census snapshot

People & households
Population9,601
Households3,701
Housing units4,486
Income
Median household income$58,397
$100k+ households38.2%
$150k+ households13.8%
Housing stock
Single-family detached2,894
Attached single-family28
Small multifamily180
Large multifamily13
Mobile homes1,362
Housing mix
Single-family share64.5%
Attached-home share0.6%
Multifamily share4.3%
Mobile-home share30.4%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied3,077
Renter-occupied624
Vacant units785
Home value & age
Median home value$159,500
Owner homes $300k+16.4%
Owner homes $500k+4.2%
Owner homes $750k+1.1%
Median year built1986
Older-home share42.6%
Vehicle context
Households with cars3,602
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 35503 have on record?

Our records show 25 hail, 42 wind, and 5 tornado reports in and near ZIP 35503, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 23, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 35503?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 35503 is 2.50″. It was reported near Jasper, AL on May 24, 2001.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 35503 — 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 35503 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 35503 — 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 35503 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 35503 — 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 35503 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 35503 — 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 35503, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 35503, 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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