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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Gulf Shores, AL

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Gulf Shores, AL from March 31, 1962 through April 11, 2021, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 36542 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
7
Wind Reports
31
Tornado Reports
14
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Gulf Shores, AL · 1962–present Updated  Daily · last Apr 11, 2021

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Gulf Shores, AL

7 reports
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1.75″ hail
Apr 11, 2021
8:17 AM UTC
Hail report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: GOLF BALL SIZE HAIL REPORTED ON THE WEST SIDE OF GULF SHORES.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 WSW Gulf Shores, AL
1.75″ hail
Apr 11, 2021
8:10 AM UTC
Hail report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PICTURES OF GOLF BALL SIZE HAIL REPORTED IN THE GULF SHORES AREA (SOCIAL MEDIA).
NWS Hail Report Location: Gulf Shores, AL
1.00″ hail
Jul 17, 2003
2:52 PM CST
Hail report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Gulf Shrs, AL
0.75″ hail
May 11, 1995
5:50 PM CST
Hail report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Dime-size hail was reported in Gulf Shores. The storm that caused the hail then moved through Foley blowing some trees and power poles down south of the city. The storm then blew trees and power lines down along Highway 90 near Seminole. The storm then weakened some as it moved into Northwest Florida.
NWS Hail Report Location: Gulf Shores, AL
0.88″ hail
Apr 11, 1995
7:45 PM CST
Hail report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel-size hail was reported north of Gulf Shores. Some automobile windshields were damaged from the hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: Gulf Shores, AL
0.75″ hail
Apr 11, 1995
7:24 PM CST
Hail report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Dime-size hail was reported in Gulf Shores.
NWS Hail Report Location: Gulf Shores, AL
0.75″ hail
Mar 26, 1988
8:25 AM CST
Hail report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, 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 Gulf Shores, AL

30 reports
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58 mph
Apr 11, 2021
11:54 AM UTC
Wind report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: PRIVATE WEATHER STATION KALGULFS41 RECORDED A 58 MPH THUNDERSTORM WIND GUST.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SW Gulf Shores, AL
UNK mph
Sep 17, 2020
10:21 AM UTC
Wind report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MAJOR DAMAGE TO SURF SHOP IN GULF SHORES.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Gulf Shores, AL
UNK mph
Sep 17, 2020
10:16 AM UTC
Wind report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MAJOR DAMAGE TO THE SHRIMP BASKET RESTAURANT IN GULF SHORES... AL.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Gulf Shores, AL
UNK mph
Sep 17, 2020
9:44 AM UTC
Wind report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MAJOR DAMAGE TO A CONDO BUILDING IN GULF SHORES.
NWS Wind Report Location: Gulf Shores, AL
UNK mph
Sep 16, 2020
12:54 PM UTC
Wind report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 5 CORNER UNITS OF A CONDO BUILDING WERE COMPLETELY DESTROYED IN GULF SHORES... AL. REPORTED THROUGH SOCIAL MEDIA.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SSW Gulf Shores, AL
UNK mph
Sep 16, 2020
12:31 PM UTC
Wind report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: PART OF THE PIER AT GULF STATE PARK HAS BEEN LOST. REPORTED BY BROADCAST MEDIA.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SE Gulf Shores, AL
UNK mph
Sep 16, 2020
12:12 PM UTC
Wind report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MAJOR DAMAGE TO BOARDWALK AND MINOR DAMAGE TO PINK PONY PUB IN GULF SHORES... AL. CONDOS NEARBY ALSO SHOW SUPERFICIAL DAMAGE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Gulf Shores, AL
UNK mph
Sep 15, 2020
11:00 PM UTC
Wind report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: HOUSE DAMAGE TO SIDING AND TREES DOWN IN GULF SHORES... AL. REPORTED THROUGH SOCIAL MEDIA.
NWS Wind Report Location: Gulf Shores, AL
UNK mph
Jun 28, 2019
12:36 AM UTC
Wind report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: POWERLINES DOWN IN THE GULF SHORES AREA.
NWS Wind Report Location: Gulf Shores, AL
UNK mph
May 12, 2019
1:20 PM UTC
Wind report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: GULF SHORES FIRE DEPARTMENT RESPONDED TO TREES AND POWERLINES DOWN ALONG FORT MORGAN RD. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Gulf Shores, AL
UNK mph
Apr 22, 2018
8:09 PM UTC
Wind report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MINOR DAMAGE TO A BUILDING AND POWERLINES DOWN ALONG WEST BEACH BLVD.
NWS Wind Report Location: Gulf Shores, AL
UNK mph
Jul 26, 2017
11:12 PM UTC
Wind report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: HELICOPTER FLIPPED OVER AT JACK EDWARDS AIRPORT IN SOUTHERN BALDWIN COUNTY. TIME ESTIMATED VIA RADAR
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 WNW Romar Beach, AL
59 mph
Feb 7, 2017
9:55 PM UTC
Wind report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: KJKA ASOS MEASURED 59 MPH WIND GUST
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNE Gulf Shores, AL
UNK mph
Jan 2, 2017
8:47 PM UTC
Wind report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM MOVED ACROSS GULF SHORES AND PRODUCED A CORRIDOR OF SIGNIFICANT WIND DAMAGE FROM NEAR THE INTERSECTION OF HIGHWAY 59 AND HIGHWAY 182 NORTH AND EAST TO JUST EAST OF HIGHWAY 59 AND SOUTH OF FORT MORGAN ROAD HIGHWAY 180. ALL DAMAGE SURVEYED WAS BLOWN FROM A SOUTHWEST TO NORTHEAST DIRECTION...INDICATIVE OF STRAIGHT LINE WIND DAMAGE. THE CORRIDOR OF GREATEST DAMAGE OCCURRED AROUND 300 TO 350 YARDS ON EITHER SIDE OF HIGHWAY 59.
NWS Wind Report Location: Gulf Shores, AL
UNK mph
Jan 2, 2017
8:46 PM UTC
Wind report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: NUMEROUS REPORTS OF WIND DAMAGE IN AND AROUND GULF SHORES AND THE LITTLE LAGOON PASS AREAS.
NWS Wind Report Location: Gulf Shores, 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 Gulf Shores, AL

14 reports
UNK category
Apr 22, 2018
8:05 PM UTC
Tornado report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A STRONG WATERSPOUT MOVED ONSHORE AT THE 2200 BLOCK OF WEST BEACH BLVD. THE EF-1 TORNADO PRODUCED ROOF AND SIDING DAMAGE TO TWO HOMES. SEVERAL WINDOWS WERE ALSO BLOWN OUT. MAXIMUM WINDS ESTIMATED AROUND 95 MPH.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 ESE Gasque, AL
UNK category
Oct 22, 2017
7:59 PM UTC
Tornado report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: SPOTTERS AND 911 CALL CENTER CONFIRMED A TORNADO NEAR THE FOLEY BEACH EXPRESSWAY AND COUNTY ROAD 8.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 ENE Oak, AL
UNK category
Oct 7, 2017
6:58 PM UTC
Tornado report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: VIDEO FROM SOCIAL MEDIA OF A WATERSPOUT MOVING ONTO THE BEACH NEAR GULF SHORES. NO REPORTS OF DAMAGE AT THIS TIME.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 E Gulf Shores, AL
F0 category
Sep 25, 2002
7:06 PM CST
Tornado report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A weak tornado damaged a building near the Gulf of Mexico in Gulf Shores. The storm that spawned the tornado moved in from the Gulf. The building suffered minor roof damage and several windows were blown out.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Gulf Shrs, AL
F0 category
Sep 25, 2002
6:25 PM CST
Tornado report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A weak tornado moved across part of Gulf State Park. The tornado was spawned from a storm that moved in from the Gulf of Mexico. The weak tornado flipped a couple of trailers and also blew down trees and power lines in the Park. No injuries were reported.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Gulf Shrs, AL
F0 category
Oct 13, 2001
12:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A strong waterspout moved ashore in Gulf Shores near State Highway 59 where it damaged several small booths associated with the Shrimp Festival. The tornado tracked north and damaged some roofs to homes along 6th avenue.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Gulf Shrs, AL
F0 category
May 31, 1999
2:42 PM CST
Tornado report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A waterspout moved over the marshlands between Little Lagoon and Oyster Bay. The storm dissipated over the marshlands and no damage was found. No injuries were reported.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Gulf Shrs, AL
F0 category
Sep 19, 1998
1:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A waterspout moved ashore near Gulf Shores and rapidly dissipated. No damage was found.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Gulf Shrs, AL
F0 category
May 1, 1985
5:55 PM CST
Tornado report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, AL
F1 category
May 7, 1982
12:38 PM CST
Tornado report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, AL
F0 category
Nov 23, 1980
2:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, AL
F1 category
May 17, 1980
7:45 AM CST
Tornado report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, AL
F2 category
Oct 30, 1967
9:30 AM CST
Tornado report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, AL
F2 category
Mar 31, 1962
8:00 AM CST
Tornado report for Gulf Shores, AL
Baldwin County · 83,367 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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NWS Storm Reports & Census Data

U.S. Census Data · City

Gulf Shores, AL area census snapshot

People & households
Population15,785
Households7,262
Housing units14,668
Income
Median household income$73,873
$100k+ households42.7%
$150k+ households16.7%
Housing stock
Single-family detached6,103
Attached single-family347
Small multifamily2,003
Large multifamily6,050
Mobile homes165
Housing mix
Single-family share41.6%
Attached-home share2.4%
Multifamily share54.9%
Mobile-home share1.1%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied4,850
Renter-occupied2,412
Vacant units7,406
Home value & age
Median home value$367,000
Owner homes $300k+66.5%
Owner homes $500k+29.2%
Owner homes $750k+12.4%
Median year built1998
Older-home share10.7%
Vehicle context
Households with cars7,046
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 7 hail, 31 wind, and 14 tornado reports in and near Gulf Shores, AL, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on April 11, 2021.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Gulf Shores?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Gulf Shores, AL is 1.75″. It was reported near Gulf Shores, AL on April 11, 2021.

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

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

I am selling a home in Gulf Shores — 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 Gulf Shores address?

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