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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near ZIP 78076

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near ZIP 78076 from September 7, 1956 through May 1, 2023, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
31
Wind Reports
31
Tornado Reports
4
Max Hail Size
2.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  ZIP 78076 · 1956–present Updated  Daily · last May 1, 2023

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near ZIP 78076

31 reports
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1.75″ hail
May 1, 2023
3:05 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: ZAPATA COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE REPORTED CAR SWERVED OFF ROAD IN MORALES-SANCHEZ DUE TO HAIL THE SIZE OF GOLF BALLS.
NWS Hail Report Location: Morales - Sanchez Colon, TX
1.00″ hail
May 24, 2022
1:20 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: FIRE DEPARTMENT EMPLOYEE REPORTS ESTIMATED QUARTER SIZE HAIL.
NWS Hail Report Location: Zapata, TX
1.00″ hail
May 21, 2017
11:15 PM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PUBLIC REPORT VIA FACEBOOK STATED QUARTER SIZE HAIL IN THE CITY OF ZAPATA.
NWS Hail Report Location: Zapata, TX
1.00″ hail
Apr 21, 2016
2:34 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: ZAPATA COUNTY SHERIFFS DEPUTIES RELAYED SEVERAL REPORTS OF NICKEL TO QUARTER SIZE HAIL FALLING ACROSS THE TOWN OF ZAPATA.
NWS Hail Report Location: Zapata, TX
1.00″ hail
Apr 21, 2016
2:02 AM UTC
Hail report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL REPORTED NEAR THE ZAPATA COUNTY AIRPORT.
NWS Hail Report Location: Zapata, TX
1.00″ hail
Apr 18, 2015
8:22 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Zapata County Sheriffs Office reported quarter size hail near the city of Zapata.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5.4 E Falcon Res North, TX
1.50″ hail
Nov 22, 2014
5:10 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Zapata County EM reported hail to around ping pong ball size.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Zapata, TX
1.00″ hail
Sep 2, 2013
7:28 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported quarter size hail at the intersection of Lincoln and 5th in downtown Zapata. Also reported winds of 65 mph (estimated).
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.46 NNE Zapata Arpt, TX
1.75″ hail
Feb 5, 2013
11:12 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Trained Skywarn spotter reported golf ball size hail at the Zapata County Airport.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4.73 NNW Zapata, TX
1.00″ hail
May 10, 2012
10:15 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny to quarter sized hail was reported at two locations in the City of Zapata between 1115 and 1125 PM local daylight time as severe thunderstorms marched across the area. The first report was an unknown location; the second was at the intersection of 5th Avenue and Lincoln Street.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.44 NNE Zapata Arpt, TX
1.00″ hail
May 8, 2012
2:20 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported quarter size hail at the intersection of Lincoln and 5th Street.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.46 NNE Zapata Arpt, TX
1.75″ hail
Apr 15, 2012
8:05 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf ball size hail reported by the public in Morales-Sanchez community.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.67 NNW Lopeno, TX
1.00″ hail
Apr 15, 2012
7:40 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter sized hail reported by trained storm spotter in Zapata.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.76 S Zapata, TX
1.00″ hail
May 15, 2011
9:44 AM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Zapata County Sheriff department reported hail up to one inch but predominately dime to nickel size fell during a thunderstorm which moved across the City of Zapata between 10:44 and 10:51 AM CDT. The Fire Department (EOC) reported penny size hail during the same period, as did a trained storm spotter.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.07 N Zapata Arpt, TX
1.00″ hail
Apr 17, 2009
8:25 PM CST-6
Hail report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail fell for more than 15 minutes near Zapata County during the mid evening. The Zapata County Emergency Management Coordinator received a report of quarter size hail in the Las Palmas subdivision, about 4 miles northeast of the City of Zapata. The Manager of the Zapata County Airport noted quarter size hail as well, which cause indentations in some vehicles' hoods. Some larger stones of unknown size were embedded with the quarter sized hail field.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4.52 NW Zapata, TX
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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 78076

31 reports
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UNK mph
May 13, 2021
3:15 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE LIMB DAMAGE REPORTED IN THE TOWN OF ZAPATA. REPORTED THROUGH SOCIAL MEDIA.
NWS Wind Report Location: Zapata, TX
UNK mph
May 13, 2021
3:10 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ZAPATA FIRE DEPARTMENT REPORTED MULTIPLE DOWNED POWER LINES AND TELEPHONE POLES ALONG WITH ROOF DAMAGE TO MULTIPLE HOMES IN THE CITY OF ZAPATA.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NNW Zapata, TX
UNK mph
May 27, 2020
5:39 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: LARGE ALUMINUM CANOPY BLOWN OFF AT THE FAIRGROUNDS AT INTERSECTION OF TWENTY-THIRD AND FRESNO STREET.
NWS Wind Report Location: Zapata, TX
UNK mph
May 26, 2020
5:39 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: LARGE ALUMINUM CANOPY BLOWN OFF AT THE FAIRGROUNDS AT INTERSECTION OF TWENTY-THIRD AND FRESNO STREET.
NWS Wind Report Location: Zapata, TX
UNK mph
Apr 29, 2020
2:45 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: BROKEN TREES DOWN AT COUNTY PARK.
NWS Wind Report Location: 0.9 Se Zapata, TX
UNK mph
Apr 29, 2020
2:45 AM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SOCIAL MEDIA PHOTO OF 8 INCH TREE BRANCH DOWN ON 12TH AND HIDALGO.
NWS Wind Report Location: 0.10 Se Zapata, TX
UNK mph
Aug 24, 2019
10:09 PM UTC
Wind report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TWO ANCHORED DEER BLINDS WERE BLOWN ONTO THE HIGHWAY FROM A STORE DISPLAY NEARBY... JUST SOUTH OF THE BRIDGE BETWEEN FALCON LAKE ESTATES AND THE CITY OF ZAPATA. ESTIMATED TIME OF THE STRONGEST WINDS WAS BETWEEN 509 AND 513 PM. ESTIMATED WIND SPEED WAS AROUND 60 MPH.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSE Zapata, TX
51 mph
May 21, 2015
7:30 AM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Zapata County Sheriffs Office reported a trampoline blown on top of power lines in Zapata. 40 mph gust reported at Zapata County Airport (Medina), approximately 6 miles north of the damage location. Event wind speed estimated based on proximity and no other corroborating damage.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Zapata, TX
64 mph
Apr 12, 2015
8:17 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Dozens of limbs, trees, and powerlines were reported down across the city of Zapata.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.85 N Zapata Arpt, TX
70 mph
Nov 22, 2014
5:10 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Zapata County EM reported several older houses had roofs partially removed, several metal buildings and trailers had roofs totally removed, a chain link fence was blow down, numerous trees and power lines were blown down through the city, and a large object blew off a construction site at the courthouse and damaged nearby objects. Wind speeds were estimated to be 65 to 70 mph.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.02 WNW Zapata, TX
60 mph
May 9, 2014
5:34 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Local law enforcement reported the roof of a bakery partially removed and blown onto Highway 83 in Zapata.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.21 N Zapata Arpt, TX
70 mph
May 10, 2012
10:17 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trained spotter estimated wind gusts of 65 to 70 mph in downtown Zapata at the intersection of 5th and Lincoln Street. Initial report time was 1122 PM CDT; final time range estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.46 NNE Zapata Arpt, TX
64 mph
May 8, 2012
2:25 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Public reported estimated wind gust of 60 to 65 mph at Lincoln and 5th Street.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.46 NNE Zapata Arpt, TX
62 mph
May 8, 2012
11:35 AM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: AWOS at Zapata reported a 62 mph thunderstorm wind gust.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.41 ENE Zapata Arpt, TX
49 mph
Sep 29, 2011
4:40 PM CST-6
Wind report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: An off duty inspector for Zapata County reported, and photographed, wind damage to an under construction foam building in Zapata after a vigorous outflow boundary/gust front crossed the area during the late afternoon of September 29th. Winds at nearby Zapata County Airport (Medina) were clocked at 44 mph 5 minutes earlier. Construction type and damage, combined with no nearby reports of more traditional damage (large limbs, roof material, etc.) suggested a pulse gust below 58 mph.
NWS Wind Report Location: 61.21 W Tacubaya, TX
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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 78076

4 reports
F0 category
May 17, 2002
7:09 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A brief tornado was reported by law enforcement officials in the city of Zapata. Several roofs were damaged with numerous reports of power outages.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Zapata, TX
F2 category
May 23, 1970
11:15 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, TX
F2 category
May 23, 1970
11:15 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, TX
F2 category
Sep 7, 1956
5:00 PM CST
Tornado report for ZIP 78076
Zapata County · 3,797 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, TX
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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 78076 area census snapshot

People & households
Population13,085
Households4,364
Housing units5,684
Income
Median household income$35,763
$100k+ households24.1%
$150k+ households11.8%
Housing stock
Single-family detached3,286
Attached single-family19
Small multifamily389
Large multifamily143
Mobile homes1,787
Housing mix
Single-family share57.8%
Attached-home share0.3%
Multifamily share9.4%
Mobile-home share31.4%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied3,217
Renter-occupied1,147
Vacant units1,320
Home value & age
Median home value$89,600
Owner homes $300k+6.5%
Owner homes $500k+3.1%
Owner homes $750k+1.5%
Median year built1991
Older-home share25.7%
Vehicle context
Households with cars3,914
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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does ZIP 78076 have on record?

Our records show 31 hail, 31 wind, and 4 tornado reports in and near ZIP 78076, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on May 1, 2023.

What is the largest hail ever reported in ZIP 78076?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near ZIP 78076 is 2.75″. It was reported near E Escobas, TX on April 30, 2007.

A storm report showed up near my home in ZIP 78076 — 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 78076 and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.

I am buying a home in ZIP 78076 — 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 78076 address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.

I am selling a home in ZIP 78076 — 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 78076 address?

Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in ZIP 78076 — 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 78076, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in ZIP 78076, 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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