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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 39705

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 39705 from May 1, 1958 through April 1, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
39
Wind Reports
103
Tornado Reports
7
Max Hail Size
3.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 39705 · 1958–present Updated  Daily · last Apr 1, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 39705

39 reports
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1.00″ hail
Feb 26, 2026
11:27 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail at Lion Hills Golf Course... mostly small pea to penny with some up to quarter size.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 N Columbus, MS
1.75″ hail
Apr 27, 2023
11:10 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: ALONG OFFICERS LAKE RD.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 ESE Waverly, MS
1.00″ hail
Jan 6, 2023
4:43 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: NICKEL TO QUARTER SIZE HAIL SOUTH OF COLUMBUS AFB. REPORT VIA SOCIAL MEDIA.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SSE Columbus Afb, MS
1.00″ hail
Jun 5, 2020
9:40 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL OCCURRED JUST OUTSIDE OF COLUMBUS AIR FORCE BASE. RELAYED VIA PICTURE ON SOCIAL MEDIA.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 N Columbus Afb, MS
1.00″ hail
Mar 29, 2020
6:49 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL FELL ALONG BARTON FERRY ROAD NEAR COLUMBUS AIR FORCE BASE. PIC VIA SOCIAL MEDIA.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NW Columbus Afb, MS
1.00″ hail
Apr 9, 2019
12:26 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: NICKEL TO QUARTER SIZE HAIL FELL AT DEWAYNE HAYES CAMPGROUND.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 WSW Columbus Afb, MS
1.00″ hail
Mar 1, 2017
7:48 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: NICKEL TO QUARTER SIZE HAIL A FEW MILES NORTH OF COLUMBUS AFB ALONG HIGHWAY 45.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NE Columbus Afb, MS
2.50″ hail
Apr 29, 2016
9:40 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAIL BETWEEN HEN EGG AND TENNIS BALL SIZE REPORTED AT THE EAST BANK LOCK AND DAM.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 W Columbus, MS
1.75″ hail
Apr 29, 2016
9:38 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: GOLF BALL SIZED HAIL FELL ALONG HIGHWAY 45 NORTH NEAR BOSWELLS ANIMAL CLINIC
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 NNW Columbus, MS
1.75″ hail
Apr 29, 2016
9:38 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: GOLF BALL SIZED HAIL 3 MILES NORTH OF COLUMBUS
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 N Columbus, MS
1.75″ hail
Apr 29, 2016
9:30 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REPORTED NEAR TALLEY ROAD
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 NW Columbus, MS
1.00″ hail
Apr 29, 2016
9:30 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZED HAIL AT INTERSECTION OF LINCOLN RD AND HWY 45 N JUST N OF COLUMBUS
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 N Columbus, MS
1.00″ hail
Apr 15, 2011
3:05 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.38 S (Cbm)Columbus Afb, MS
1.00″ hail
Apr 4, 2011
3:00 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.35 S Flynn, MS
1.00″ hail
May 2, 2010
6:50 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.15 NNE Interstate City, 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 39705

103 reports
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UNK mph
Apr 1, 2026
8:12 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was downed doing damage to an outbuilding/gazebo on Rocky Ridge Lane near Jolly Ridge Road and Oakridge Circle.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 N Columbus, MS
UNK mph
Jun 16, 2025
8:20 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees were downed on Hickory Ln... Steeplechase Dr... and Northdale Dr.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NNW Columbus, MS
UNK mph
Apr 6, 2025
8:28 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: One tree downed on Jess Lyons Rd at Military Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NNE Columbus, MS
UNK mph
Dec 29, 2024
3:13 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on Ridge Road. Reported by EM.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 SE Columbus Afb, MS
UNK mph
Dec 29, 2024
3:10 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on Holly Hills Road. Reported by EM.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NW Columbus, MS
UNK mph
Jun 5, 2024
10:58 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree fell onto a car on Azalea Drive.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NW Columbus, MS
UNK mph
Jan 12, 2024
3:42 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down across Ridge road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 SE Columbus Afb, MS
UNK mph
Jul 9, 2023
8:30 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A viewer sent in a picture of a large tree down across Waverly Ferry Rd near the intersection of Wilkins-Wise Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 WNW Columbus, MS
UNK mph
Mar 3, 2023
3:58 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A TREE FELL ONTO A HOUSE ON MASON DRIVE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNE Columbus, MS
61 mph
Mar 3, 2023
3:55 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A PEAK WIND GUST OF 53 KTS WAS MEASURED BY THE KCBM ASOS.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Columbus Afb, MS
UNK mph
Jun 13, 2021
6:52 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: EM CENTER REPORTED A TREE FELL ON A HOME ON GARDENIA DR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NW Columbus, MS
58 mph
Jun 8, 2021
9:10 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: RECORDED BY CBM ASOS.
NWS Wind Report Location: Columbus Afb, MS
UNK mph
May 10, 2021
1:45 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A TREE WAS BLOWN DOWN AT DEWAYNE HAYES CAMPGROUND. REPORT RELAYED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SW Columbus Afb, MS
UNK mph
May 7, 2021
12:05 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES AND LINES DOWN.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 ESE Waverly, MS
UNK mph
May 4, 2021
9:08 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TWO CARS WERE DAMAGED AT THE CHICK-FIL-A DRIVE THRU WHEN AN ANCHORED TENT WITH METAL POLES WAS COLLAPSED BY THE WIND.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WNW Columbus, 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 39705

7 reports
UNK category
Apr 1, 2025
11:07 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This weak tornado touched down near Wolfe Road and tracked east just into western parts of Lamar County Alabama. Overall... damage was minor and just scattered tree limb damage and some uprooted trees. The more impactful damage was early in the lifecycle at Wolfe Road and the the neighborhood on the east side. Here... a tree was on a home and 5 homes sustained minor shingle damage. As the tornado crossed Highway 12... peak intensity was noted as several trees were uprooted or damaged. A shed was destroyed and a fence was blow down. The tornado weakened as it crossed Steens... Dickerson and Steens-Vernon Road then it entered Alabama and traveled for another 2 miles before dissipating. Total path length was 8.1 miles for Lowndes MS into Lamar AL.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 WNW Steens, MS
UNK category
Apr 1, 2025
11:01 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This brief weak tornado touched down just west of Stinson Creek Road and moved east where it crossed Highway 373 before dissipating. Minor tree damage was noted along Stinson Road with the radar showing a weak debris signature. As it crossed Highway 373... a few trees were uprooted with some large limbs broken in trees. One large limb was on a home.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 ENE Waverly, MS
UNK category
Dec 1, 2022
12:26 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: AT AROUND 6:26PM A SEVERE STORM PRODUCED A TORNADO JUST NORTHWEST OF THE CITY STEENS. THE TORNADO INITIALLY TOUCHED DOWN IN A FIELD JUST WEST OF CALEDONIA STEENS ROAD. THIS TORNADO GAINED STRENGTH VERY QUICKLY. TORNADO TRACKED NORTHEAST CROSSING CAL-STEENS ROAD. SEVERAL HOMES HAD BROKEN WINDOWS... TREES WERE SNAPPED AND ROOF DAMAGE. AS THIS TORNADO CONTINUED ITS TRACK... CROSSING HWY12... THE TORNADO GAINED ITS PEAK STRENGTH OF 132 MPH. A HOUSE ALONG HWY12 HAD ITS ENTIRE EXTERIOR WALLS COLLAPSED... WHICH WAS THE WORST OF THE DAMAGE FROM THE STORM. TREES WERE SNAPPED AND UPROOTED ALONG HWY12... WEAKENING SOME BUT STILL MAINTAINING WINDS OF 120 MPH. AS THE TORNADO CROSSED HWY 12... IT CONTINUED TO KNOCK DOWN TREES IN ITS PATH APPROACHING JERRY REYNOLDS ROAD. THIS SURVEY IS STILL ONGOING HOWEVER THIS IS A PRELIMINARY WRITE UP.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 SSE Columbus Afb, MS
UNK category
Nov 30, 2022
12:28 AM UTC
Tornado report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: DAMAGE TO CHURCH... STEEPLE KNOCKED OFF.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 WSW Woodlawn, MS
EF0 category
Nov 18, 2015
3:53 AM CST-6
Tornado report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This brief tornado touched down just outside of Columbus AFB along Highway 45. Along the path a few trees were uprooted and several large limbs were broken off some trees. The tornado crossed Spruill Rd then dissipated. The estimated maximum wind speed was 85 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.77 NW Wells, MS
F1 category
Feb 15, 1987
4:33 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MS
F2 category
Apr 12, 1979
3:00 AM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 39705
Lowndes County · 18,835 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 39705 area census snapshot

People & households
Population12,195
Households5,240
Housing units6,317
Income
Median household income$69,292
$100k+ households40.3%
$150k+ households16.2%
Housing stock
Single-family detached3,861
Attached single-family287
Small multifamily773
Large multifamily343
Mobile homes1,023
Housing mix
Single-family share61.1%
Attached-home share4.5%
Multifamily share17.7%
Mobile-home share16.2%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied3,298
Renter-occupied1,942
Vacant units1,077
Home value & age
Median home value$225,900
Owner homes $300k+22.5%
Owner homes $500k+7.2%
Owner homes $750k+1.4%
Median year built1987
Older-home share31.7%
Vehicle context
Households with cars5,061
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 39705 have on record?

Our records show 39 hail, 103 wind, and 7 tornado reports in and near ZIP 39705, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on April 1, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 39705?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 39705 is 3.00″. It was reported near Columbus, MS on April 3, 1974.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 39705 — 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 39705 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 39705 — 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 39705 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 39705 — 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 39705 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 39705 — 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 39705, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 39705, 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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