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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 35620

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 35620 from November 21, 1965 through August 21, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
29
Wind Reports
81
Tornado Reports
7
Max Hail Size
2.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 35620 · 1965–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 21, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 35620

29 reports
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1.00″ hail
Nov 23, 2019
4:55 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZED HAIL REPORTED ON COMPTON ROAD IN ELKMONT.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 N Elkmont, AL
0.88″ hail
Oct 8, 2014
6:25 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel sized hail was reported on Sweet Springs road, about two miles east of Holland Gin, Alabama.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 E Holland Gin, AL
1.75″ hail
Apr 28, 2014
4:24 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail of quarter to golf ball size was reported on Sulphur Creek Road.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.17 SSW Elkmont, AL
2.75″ hail
Apr 28, 2014
4:21 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail up to baseball size was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Elkmont, AL
1.00″ hail
Mar 31, 2012
5:52 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter sized hail was reported at Mile Marker 362 on Interstate 65.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.42 N Thach, AL
1.75″ hail
Mar 31, 2012
5:49 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf ball sized hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: .57 E Elkmont, AL
1.00″ hail
Mar 31, 2012
5:45 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter sized hail was reported in Holland Gin on the 29000 block of Old Scrouge Road. The hail damaged vehicles at the residence. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.33 WSW Ardmore Arpt, AL
1.00″ hail
Mar 31, 2012
3:39 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter sized hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.13 E Cartwright, AL
1.00″ hail
Mar 2, 2012
2:00 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter sized hail and a wall cloud was reported near the I-65 welcome center.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.17 SSE Holland Gin, AL
0.88″ hail
Aug 9, 2011
3:00 AM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 E Cartwright, AL
0.88″ hail
Jun 15, 2011
7:11 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.13 E Cartwright, AL
1.75″ hail
Mar 29, 2011
10:30 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf ball sized hail was reported along Interstate 65.
NWS Hail Report Location: .38 W Thach, AL
1.00″ hail
Mar 29, 2011
10:29 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Elkmont, AL
1.00″ hail
Mar 29, 2011
10:29 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: One inch diameter hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Elkmont, AL
1.00″ hail
Mar 29, 2011
10:29 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter sized hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: .57 E Elkmont, 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 35620

81 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 21, 2026
1:52 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A large tree was knocked down and blocking both lanes at the intersection of Salem Minor Hill Road and Bud Bates Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 Sse Lester, AL
UNK mph
Jul 1, 2026
10:30 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down in Elkmont. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Elkmont, AL
UNK mph
Feb 18, 2025
6:11 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and power lines were knocked down along Mooresville Road southwest of Ardmore. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WSW Ardmore, AL
UNK mph
Feb 18, 2025
6:04 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees reported down along Fort Hampton Road and Cannon Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 SW Elkmont, AL
UNK mph
Feb 18, 2025
5:58 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and power lines were knocked down on Coffman Road. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 SW Elkmont, AL
UNK mph
Jul 21, 2023
9:52 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down near the intersection of Elk River Mills Road and Fort Hampton Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 SW Elkmont, AL
UNK mph
Jul 18, 2023
11:26 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Report from mPING: Trees uprooted or snapped; Roof blown off.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SE Elkmont, AL
65 mph
Jul 18, 2023
10:42 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Estimated wind gusts of 60-70 mph.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E Elkmont, AL
UNK mph
Jul 18, 2023
10:05 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees reported downed along Cannon Rd by EMA.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 SW Elkmont, AL
UNK mph
Jun 4, 2023
11:51 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A few tree branches were knocked down and lawn furniture was tossed around at a residence. Relayed by broadcast/social media.
NWS Wind Report Location: Elkmont, AL
UNK mph
May 18, 2023
2:48 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TIN ROOF WAS PEELED OFF AT THE CHURCH OF THE LIVING GOD EAST OF ELKMONT. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 E Elkmont, AL
UNK mph
May 26, 2022
4:10 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: METAL ROOF WAS BLOWN OFF OF AN OUTDOOR SHED NEAR ELKMONT.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 S Ardmore, AL
UNK mph
May 3, 2022
10:37 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A LARGE TREE WAS KNOCKED DOWN BLOCKING BOTH LANES OF TRAFFIC AT THIS LOCATION. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 S Ardmore, AL
UNK mph
May 3, 2022
10:16 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: BRANCHES FROM TREES UP TO 5 INCHES IN DIAMETER REPORTED BROKEN OFF FROM TREES SCATTERED ALONG CR 99 WEST OF CHAPMAN HOLLOW ROAD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 SSE Lester, AL
UNK mph
Apr 14, 2022
1:19 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE ON HOUSE ON THACH RD. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR AND REPORT RECEIVED FROM SOCIAL MEDIA.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 E Elkmont, 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 35620

7 reports
UNK category
May 12, 2024
1:45 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: EF1 with path length of 3.47 miles... maximum path width of 225 yards... and maximum wind speed of 105 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 ENE Elkmont, AL
UNK category
Mar 19, 2018
11:42 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: TORNADO OF UNKNOWN INTENSITY. STRUCTURAL DAMAGE REPORTED AT THE INTERSECTION OF OAK GROVE AND SWEET SPRINGS ROAD.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 SW Ardmore, AL
EF1 category
Feb 20, 2014
9:05 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado touched down along Section Line road just east of highway 99 in the Cartwright community. Initially the tornado was relatively weak snapping small limbs on softwood trees along Harris Loop Road. Power poles were also were also snapped in this location. Estimated winds in this area were roughly 100 mph. A home along Section Line Road also received minor roof uplift and loss of shingles. As the tornado continued to move east-northeast, additional tree damage was noted along Easter Ferry road and Davis Lane. The tornado apparently lifted along the hilltops just west of Witty Mills Road.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .53 E Gipsy, AL
EF0 category
May 17, 2013
1:45 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This very short-lived tornado was part of the same storm that produced the tornado across the southern portion of Athens, Alabama, earlier. Damage was in less than a quarter of a mile swath between residences along either side of Hardiman Lane. Several residences sustained minor roof damage with shingles blown off. One residence sustained structural damage, as a portion of the bricks were cracked and beginning to pull away from the foundation. Several larger trees around the residences were snapped or uprooted. Maximum winds were estimated to be at 70 mph at this location. ||Just north of Hardiman lane, a barn sustained roof damage as a significant portion of the metal roof had been pulled off. The tornado rapidly lifted just northeast of this damage location.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.58 SE Holland Gin, AL
EF0 category
Mar 2, 2012
1:55 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado of EF-0 intensity with peak wind speeds of 75 mph began a path in farm fields near the intersection of Easter Farm Road and County Road 49/Morris Road. Several tree limbs were snapped in this area along with sporadic uprooting of softwood trees. The tornado then tracked east toward the Elkmont community, mainly along a parallel track just south of Morris Road. The tornado lifted just west of Highway 127.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .37 SSE Spencer, AL
EF0 category
Jul 28, 2009
6:55 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 35620
Limestone County · 34,185 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A small tornado with estimated peak winds of 75 mph touched down on the west side of Highway 127 in the Elkmont community. The tornado tracked northeast before lifting in a heavily forested area on the east side of Highway 127. One local resident reported seeing the tornado. Several small trees were snapped and a few larger trees were also snapped in this area.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.71 NNW Elkmont, AL
F0 category
Apr 7, 2006
4:50 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 35620
Colbert County · 21,398 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A short lived tornado knocked over several trees onto three homes, producing minor damage to the homes.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Cherokee, 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 35620 area census snapshot

People & households
Population10,990
Households4,083
Housing units4,358
Income
Median household income$82,511
$100k+ households54.5%
$150k+ households22.1%
Housing stock
Single-family detached3,326
Attached single-family24
Small multifamily16
Large multifamily3
Mobile homes959
Housing mix
Single-family share76.3%
Attached-home share0.6%
Multifamily share0.4%
Mobile-home share22.0%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied3,509
Renter-occupied574
Vacant units275
Home value & age
Median home value$190,800
Owner homes $300k+20.7%
Owner homes $500k+8.7%
Owner homes $750k+1%
Median year built1993
Older-home share27.9%
Vehicle context
Households with cars4,053
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 35620 have on record?

Our records show 29 hail, 81 wind, and 7 tornado reports in and near ZIP 35620, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 21, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 35620?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 35620 is 2.75″. It was reported near N Elkmont, AL on April 28, 2014.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 35620 — 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 35620 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 35620 — 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 35620 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 35620 — 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 35620 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 35620 — 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 35620, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 35620, 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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