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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 39520

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 39520 from February 1, 1970 through August 21, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
7
Wind Reports
31
Tornado Reports
12
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 39520 · 1970–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 21, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 39520

7 reports
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1.25″ hail
Aug 21, 2026
7:22 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Broadcast media reported Half Dollar sized hail just west of Waveland on Clermont Blvd. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 Wsw Waveland, MS
1.75″ hail
Jul 2, 2009
5:30 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Large hail cracked the windshield of a car.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Bay St Louis, MS
0.75″ hail
Mar 31, 2002
10:15 AM CST
Hail report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Clermont Harbor, MS
1.75″ hail
Mar 7, 1998
9:25 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Bay St Louis, MS
1.75″ hail
Jan 24, 1997
1:20 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Lakeshore, MS
1.75″ hail
Jul 7, 1980
3:15 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, MS
1.75″ hail
May 24, 1976
3:05 PM CST
Hail report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, MS
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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 39520

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65 mph
May 9, 2026
1:18 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd gst report from 1 NNE Bay Saint Louis. Buoy station WYCM6 Bay Waveland Yacht Club (MS).
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNE Bay Saint Louis, MS
UNK mph
May 9, 2026
1:10 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Roof damage to Our Lady of The Gulf Church.
NWS Wind Report Location: Bay Saint Louis, MS
UNK mph
May 9, 2026
1:08 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down at Bridges Golf Club.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NNW Bay Saint Louis, MS
85 mph
Mar 13, 2026
4:12 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Bay Waveland measured a gust of 85 mph.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNE Bay Saint Louis, MS
UNK mph
Jul 17, 2025
12:05 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A comment on broadcast media social media post indicated that a tree was downed by thunderstorm winds in Waveland.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 WSW Waveland, MS
58 mph
Aug 14, 2024
11:54 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Buoy station WYCM6 Bay Waveland Yacht Club (MS).
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNE Bay Saint Louis, MS
UNK mph
Apr 15, 2023
6:44 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TIN ROOF RIPPED OFF OF BAY MARINA.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Waveland, MS
UNK mph
Jun 28, 2017
4:24 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SMALL TREE DOWN ALONG HARBOR DRIVE...POSSIBLE TORNADO REPORTED EARLIER NEAR HWY 603. RELAYED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NW Waveland, MS
60 mph
Aug 8, 2015
8:00 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Hancock County Sheriff's Department reported numerous trees down along with power outages across much of the county.
NWS Wind Report Location: .69 S Bay St Louis, MS
62 mph
Aug 8, 2015
8:00 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A 62 mph wind gust was reported at Waveland Yacht Club.
NWS Wind Report Location: .27 NNE Bay St Louis, MS
58 mph
Mar 26, 2009
3:11 AM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A few trees were blown down along Lower Bay Road just to the west southwest of Waveland.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WSW Waveland, MS
58 mph
Jun 24, 2004
2:50 PM CST
Wind report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was blown down along Jordan River Drive near Washington Street.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNE Waveland, MS
UNK mph
Aug 2, 2002
3:28 PM CST
Wind report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A few trees were blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 W Waveland, MS
UNK mph
Jul 21, 2002
2:50 PM CST
Wind report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm winds knocked a tree down on a power line.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Bay St Louis, MS
UNK mph
Jun 11, 2001
12:35 AM CST
Wind report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A mobile home was overturned and trees were blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NE Ansley, MS
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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 39520

12 reports
UNK category
Aug 29, 2021
11:59 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A WATERSPOUT OVER HERON BAY MOVED INLAND ACROSS HANCOCK COUNTY MARSH COASTAL PRESERVE. NUMEROUS ROAD SIGNS AND POSTS WERE BLOWN OVER IN THE MAGNOLIA RIDGE AREA. THE TORNADO TRACKED NORTHWEST ACROSS EASTERN AND NORTHERN PEARLINGTON. NUMEROUS TREES WERE UPROOTED AND LARGE BRANCHES SNAPPED ON DEAN ROAD... WHIPPLE ROAD... RUSS STREET AND NAPOLEON-WESTONIA ROAD. ROOF DAMAGE TO MULTIPLE ROOF HOMES ON DEAN ROAD WAS REPORTED. THE BEGINNING AND ENDING POINTS OF THE TRACK ARE UNKNOWN WITHOUT THE ABILITY TO PERFORM A GROUND OR AERIAL SURVEY IN THE WAKE OF HURRICANE IDA.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 6 ESE Pearlington, MS
UNK category
Jul 14, 2020
7:24 PM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: WATERSPOUT THAT ORIGINATED OVER THE BAYOU LA CROIX AND CATAHOULA CREEK CONFLUENCE MOVED ONSHORE ON IRELAND STREET...CAUSING MINOR STRUCTURAL DAMAGE TO 5 HOUSES.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 WNW Bay St. Louis, MS
EF0 category
Apr 2, 2009
1:05 PM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A weak tornado was briefly observed near the coast between Bay St. Louis and Waveland.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.86 SSW Bay St Louis, MS
F1 category
Apr 6, 2005
10:35 AM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado moved through the community of Bayside Park damaging around 30 houses and 8 mobile homes. Some of the homes received severe damage. The tornado also knocked down numerous trees and damaged several vehicles. Most of the damage was produced by trees falling on structures and automobiles.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 W Waveland, MS
F0 category
Sep 20, 1998
8:50 AM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Bay St Louis, MS
F0 category
May 9, 1995
10:40 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado touched down briefly in Lakeshore with no significant damage. Path length and width were estimated. Several trees were blown down near Kiln.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Lakeshore, MS
F1 category
May 21, 1985
1:25 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MS
F3 category
May 19, 1980
6:40 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MS
F1 category
Aug 1, 1977
6:30 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MS
F2 category
Mar 2, 1972
5:40 AM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MS
F1 category
Dec 29, 1970
9:55 AM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MS
F1 category
Feb 1, 1970
3:30 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 39520
Hancock County · 18,206 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MS
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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 39520 area census snapshot

People & households
Population15,471
Households7,002
Housing units8,593
Income
Median household income$65,139
$100k+ households36.1%
$150k+ households13.5%
Housing stock
Single-family detached6,848
Attached single-family91
Small multifamily522
Large multifamily561
Mobile homes519
Housing mix
Single-family share79.7%
Attached-home share1.1%
Multifamily share12.6%
Mobile-home share6.0%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied5,147
Renter-occupied1,855
Vacant units1,591
Home value & age
Median home value$202,600
Owner homes $300k+27.6%
Owner homes $500k+11.7%
Owner homes $750k+2.5%
Median year built1998
Older-home share33.7%
Vehicle context
Households with cars6,707
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 39520 have on record?

Our records show 7 hail, 31 wind, and 12 tornado reports in and near ZIP 39520, 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 39520?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 39520 is 1.75″. It was reported near N Bay St Louis, MS on July 2, 2009.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 39520 — 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 39520 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 39520 — 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 39520 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 39520 — 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 39520 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 39520 — 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 39520, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 39520, 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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