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

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Pelham, AL from October 28, 1955 through June 1, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
16
Wind Reports
43
Tornado Reports
4
Max Hail Size
2.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Pelham, AL · 1955–present Updated  Daily · last Jun 1, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Pelham, AL

16 reports
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0.88″ hail
Jul 27, 2012
2:00 PM CST-6
Hail report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.22 NE Pelham, AL
1.00″ hail
Jun 25, 2011
5:30 PM CST-6
Hail report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.31 E Paramount, AL
0.88″ hail
Apr 4, 2011
7:13 PM CST-6
Hail report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .67 NE Pelham, AL
1.00″ hail
Dec 28, 2005
11:38 AM CST
Hail report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel to quarter size hail was reported near Inverness. The hail covered the ground in several locations.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 NE Pelham, AL
0.88″ hail
Aug 5, 2005
5:53 PM CST
Hail report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 NE Pelham, AL
0.75″ hail
Apr 11, 2004
1:50 AM CST
Hail report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Dime to penny size hail fell from Pelham to Alabaster.
NWS Hail Report Location: Pelham, AL
1.00″ hail
May 2, 2003
5:07 PM CST
Hail report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Dime to quarter size hail was reported in several locations including Alabaster, Helena, Pelham, and Indian Springs.
NWS Hail Report Location: Pelham, AL
0.75″ hail
Mar 18, 2003
11:20 PM CST
Hail report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail was observed in Pelham.
NWS Hail Report Location: Pelham, AL
0.88″ hail
Dec 16, 2000
5:16 PM CST
Hail report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail was reported near SR 119.
NWS Hail Report Location: Pelham, AL
1.75″ hail
Apr 3, 2000
12:45 PM CST
Hail report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golfball size hail was reported in Pelham on CR 11.
NWS Hail Report Location: Pelham, AL
0.75″ hail
Apr 8, 1998
10:11 PM CST
Hail report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Dime size hail was reported in Indian Springs by amateur radio storm spotters.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 NNE Pelham, AL
0.75″ hail
Jan 24, 1997
9:54 PM CST
Hail report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Pelham, AL
0.75″ hail
Jul 21, 1992
1:30 PM CST
Hail report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, AL
0.75″ hail
Mar 1, 1975
3:53 PM CST
Hail report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, AL
1.50″ hail
Apr 1, 1970
4:22 AM CST
Hail report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 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 Pelham, AL

30 reports
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UNK mph
Jun 1, 2026
8:12 PM UTC
Wind report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Few snapped tress along CR 331.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 ESE Ballantrae, AL
UNK mph
May 29, 2024
10:39 AM UTC
Wind report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from Pelham. Numerous trees and/or power lines down across Pelham... including Bearden Rd at Crosscreek... Co. Rd. 33 at Pelham Oaks... and CR 14. Time Corrected.
NWS Wind Report Location: Pelham, AL
UNK mph
May 28, 2024
10:43 AM UTC
Wind report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees were uprooted throughout Oak Mountain State Park... resulting in blocked roadways and power outages.
NWS Wind Report Location: Oak Mountain State Park, AL
UNK mph
May 28, 2024
10:23 AM UTC
Wind report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees and/or power lines down across Pelham... including Bearden Rd at Crosscreek... Co. Rd. 33 at Pelham Oaks... and CR 14.
NWS Wind Report Location: Pelham, AL
UNK mph
Jun 12, 2023
4:20 AM UTC
Wind report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree on house on Riverchase Pkwy.
NWS Wind Report Location: Riverchase, AL
UNK mph
Feb 19, 2022
1:01 AM UTC
Wind report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE ON HOUSE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Riverchase, AL
UNK mph
Aug 25, 2021
11:03 PM UTC
Wind report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A FEW TREES WERE BLOWN DOWN IN PELHAM.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SSE Oak Mountain Stat, AL
UNK mph
Mar 31, 2020
1:08 PM UTC
Wind report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES BLOWN DOWN IN AND AROUND PELHAM.
NWS Wind Report Location: Oak Mountain Amphitheat, AL
UNK mph
Mar 31, 2020
1:02 PM UTC
Wind report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES WERE BLOWN DOWN IN PELHAM.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NE Pelham, AL
UNK mph
Apr 19, 2019
12:17 AM UTC
Wind report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES AND POWER LINES DOWN ON ROYAL LANE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSW Riverchase, AL
UNK mph
Jun 28, 2018
8:30 PM UTC
Wind report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES AND POWER LINES DOWN AT SEVERAL LOCATIONS AROUND PELHAM.
NWS Wind Report Location: Pelham, AL
UNK mph
Jun 15, 2017
8:23 PM UTC
Wind report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SEVERAL TREES DOWN AND SNAPPED. POWER OUTAGES REPORTED.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Oak Mountain Amphit, AL
58 mph
Jun 24, 2015
8:47 PM CST-6
Wind report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A few trees uprooted near the Oak Mountain Amphitheater.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.69 ESE Acton, AL
63 mph
Aug 10, 2012
5:47 PM CST-6
Wind report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees were reported down along Chandabrook Drive in Pelham, as well as near the intersection of Chelsea Road and Tara Drive in Chelsea.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.8 SE Acton, AL
58 mph
Jul 31, 2012
12:54 AM CST-6
Wind report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Strong winds caused the partial collapse of the awning at the Jet Pep gas station.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.02 NNE Pelham, 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 Pelham, AL

4 reports
UNK category
Apr 15, 2019
9:05 AM UTC
Tornado report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A NWS SURVEY TEAM HAS DETERMINED DAMAGE IN THE AREA WAS CAUSED BY AN EF-0 WITH MAXIMUM WIND SPEEDS OF AROUND 75 MPH. SPORADIC TREE DAMAGE AND MINOR ROOF DAMAGE OCCURRED ALONG THE 6.48 MILE LONG TRACK... WHICH WAS 600 YDS WIDE AT THE WIDEST SPOT.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 SE Oak Mountain Lake, AL
F1 category
Jan 10, 1975
4:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, AL
F2 category
Mar 16, 1973
12:10 PM CST
Tornado report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, AL
F1 category
Apr 20, 1963
3:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Pelham, AL
Shelby County · 69,372 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

Pelham, AL area census snapshot

People & households
Population24,510
Households9,501
Housing units9,698
Income
Median household income$91,904
$100k+ households46.6%
$150k+ households24.8%
Housing stock
Single-family detached7,337
Attached single-family1,406
Small multifamily198
Large multifamily407
Mobile homes350
Housing mix
Single-family share75.7%
Attached-home share14.5%
Multifamily share6.2%
Mobile-home share3.6%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied7,922
Renter-occupied1,579
Vacant units197
Home value & age
Median home value$278,900
Owner homes $300k+42.7%
Owner homes $500k+13.8%
Owner homes $750k+1.8%
Median year built2000
Older-home share14.9%
Vehicle context
Households with cars9,368
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 16 hail, 43 wind, and 4 tornado reports in and near Pelham, AL, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on June 1, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Pelham?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Pelham, AL is 2.00″. It was reported near Pelham, AL on October 28, 1955.

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

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

I am selling a home in Pelham — 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 Pelham address?

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