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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Hoover, AL

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Hoover, AL from June 2, 1971 through March 17, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 35226 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
38
Wind Reports
71
Tornado Reports
2
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Hoover, AL · 1971–present Updated  Daily · last Mar 17, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Hoover, AL

30 reports
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1.25″ hail
May 20, 2025
11:02 AM UTC
Hail report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public report of quarter size hail via social media.
NWS Hail Report Location: Hoover Met, AL
1.25″ hail
May 20, 2025
11:02 AM UTC
Hail report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Broadcast media relayed public photo of hail near Hoover.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 WNW Hoover, AL
1.00″ hail
Feb 12, 2024
6:50 PM UTC
Hail report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel to quarter size hail in Hoover.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NNW Hoover, AL
1.00″ hail
May 30, 2017
9:07 PM UTC
Hail report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Bluff Park, AL
1.00″ hail
Apr 5, 2017
10:40 PM UTC
Hail report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Riverchase Galleria, AL
1.00″ hail
Apr 5, 2017
10:38 PM UTC
Hail report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NNW Riverchase Galler, AL
1.00″ hail
Apr 5, 2017
10:30 PM UTC
Hail report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SSW Patton Creek Shop, AL
1.00″ hail
Jun 30, 2015
6:19 AM CST-6
Hail report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Large hail reported in the Russet Woods Subdivision.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.15 E Morgan, AL
1.75″ hail
Mar 2, 2012
7:04 PM CST-6
Hail report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .58 E Bluff Park, AL
1.25″ hail
Mar 2, 2012
7:04 PM CST-6
Hail report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .58 E Patton Chaple, AL
1.00″ hail
Mar 2, 2012
7:04 PM CST-6
Hail report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .59 ENE Bluff Park, AL
1.00″ hail
Jun 25, 2011
5:10 PM CST-6
Hail report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: One inch hail was reported at the Galleria Mall.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.21 E Patton Chaple, AL
0.88″ hail
Mar 28, 2011
12:32 AM CST-6
Hail report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.25 S Bluff Park, AL
1.00″ hail
Oct 12, 2010
2:35 PM CST-6
Hail report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: One inch hail reported at Hoover High School.
NWS Hail Report Location: .58 E Patton Chaple, AL
1.75″ hail
Apr 11, 2008
3:26 PM CST-6
Hail report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail up to the size of golf balls was reported at several locations, for several minutes, in the southern suburbs of Birmingham, including Hoover and Vestavia Hills.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.71 ENE Parkwood, 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 Hoover, AL

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UNK mph
Mar 17, 2026
7:00 AM UTC
Wind report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Hurricane Drive.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NW Patton Creek Shops, AL
UNK mph
Mar 10, 2026
1:10 AM UTC
Wind report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from Hoover for time. Trees down in the Hoover area.
NWS Wind Report Location: Hoover, AL
UNK mph
Mar 10, 2026
1:06 AM UTC
Wind report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on Shades Crest Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ESE Ross Bridge, AL
UNK mph
Mar 10, 2026
12:10 AM UTC
Wind report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down in the Hoover area.
NWS Wind Report Location: Hoover, AL
UNK mph
Jun 7, 2025
7:47 PM UTC
Wind report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down in the Hoover area. A residence reported a large oak tree fell onto their house... causing roof damage and ceiling damage on two floors.
NWS Wind Report Location: Hoover, AL
UNK mph
May 19, 2025
10:05 AM UTC
Wind report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Fire Department dispatched to assist with a tree down report near the Intersection of Montreat Circle and Montreat Lane in Vestavia Hills.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NE Hoover, AL
UNK mph
May 19, 2025
10:02 AM UTC
Wind report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trained spotter replayed a report that Hoover FD is responding to a tree down along Shades Crest Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SSW Bluff Park, AL
UNK mph
May 2, 2025
10:43 PM UTC
Wind report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on Old Rocky Ridge Rd and Rocky Ridge Lane.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WNW Hoover Veterans P, AL
UNK mph
Feb 17, 2025
7:08 AM UTC
Wind report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down in Shades Crest... some involving roadways.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SE Ross Bridge, AL
UNK mph
Aug 2, 2024
10:32 PM UTC
Wind report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down in various parts of Hoover.
NWS Wind Report Location: Hoover, AL
UNK mph
Dec 10, 2023
6:07 AM UTC
Wind report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down at several locations in the Vestavia Hills... Bluff Park area.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NNW Hoover, AL
UNK mph
Dec 10, 2023
6:06 AM UTC
Wind report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Shady Brook Circle impassible due to downed trees.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NE Bluff Park, AL
UNK mph
Aug 12, 2023
12:50 AM UTC
Wind report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Buccaneer Drive.
NWS Wind Report Location: Hoover Met, AL
UNK mph
Aug 12, 2023
12:42 AM UTC
Wind report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from Bluff Park. Several trees down on houses on Maiden Lane and Park Terrace. Other trees down in Bluff Park and Chapel Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: Bluff Park, AL
UNK mph
Aug 12, 2023
12:39 AM UTC
Wind report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on Valley Street and Shannon Oxmoor Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNE Bluff Park, 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 Hoover, AL

2 reports
F0 category
May 31, 2004
3:29 AM CST
Tornado report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An F0 tornado began near the crest of Shades Mountain in Bluff Park. This tornado traveled east southeast, moving through Bluff Park and Hoover, and ended near Rocky Ridge Road just east of Interstate 65. At least 73 homes were damaged, mainly by fallen trees. At least 5 homes suffered major damage. Several automobiles were damaged or destroyed by fallen trees. Several businesses along US 31 and on Lorna Road sustained varying degrees of roof damage. Numerous trees were knocked down, snapped off, or uprooted along the path. The tornado path was 4.24 miles long and 150 yards wide at its widest point. Begin: 33 24 80/86 51 28 End: 33 24 04/86 46 61
NWS Tornado Report Location: Bluff Park, AL
F1 category
Mar 10, 2000
9:22 PM CST
Tornado report for Hoover, AL
Jefferson County · 212,089 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 E Hoover, 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

Hoover, AL area census snapshot

People & households
Population92,401
Households36,471
Housing units39,090
Income
Median household income$107,822
$100k+ households45.7%
$150k+ households22.2%
Housing stock
Single-family detached26,213
Attached single-family1,601
Small multifamily3,949
Large multifamily7,286
Mobile homes41
Housing mix
Single-family share67.1%
Attached-home share4.1%
Multifamily share28.7%
Mobile-home share0.1%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied25,961
Renter-occupied10,510
Vacant units2,619
Home value & age
Median home value$391,300
Owner homes $300k+76.1%
Owner homes $500k+28.3%
Owner homes $750k+8.4%
Median year built1994
Older-home share27.8%
Vehicle context
Households with cars35,544
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 38 hail, 71 wind, and 2 tornado reports in and near Hoover, AL, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on March 17, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Hoover?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Hoover, AL is 1.75″. It was reported near .58 E Bluff Park, AL on March 2, 2012.

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

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

I am selling a home in Hoover — 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 Hoover address?

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