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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near San Tan Valley, AZ
Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near San Tan Valley, AZ from August 12, 1971 through September 2, 2025, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.
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Hail Reports
0
Wind Reports
33
Tornado Reports
1
Max Hail Size
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Source NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm ReportsCoverage San Tan Valley, AZ · 1971–presentUpdated Daily · last Sep 2, 2025
Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near San Tan Valley, AZ
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 San Tan Valley, AZ
Wind Report Description: Broadcast footage showed several large trees uprooted which caused property damage along Skyline Dr. Wind speeds estimated around 60 to 70 mph due to a downburst at the time.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 SE Queen Creek, AZ
60mph
Aug 18, 2023 1:30 AM UTC
Wind report for San Tan Valley, AZ
Pinal County · 136,257 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple video footages taken around the San Tan Valley area showed what was likely a microburst. A picture showed a power pole leaning at about a 30 degree angle.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 SE Queen Creek, AZ
UNKmph
Sep 12, 2022 3:50 AM UTC
Wind report for San Tan Valley, AZ
Pinal County · 136,257 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 3-INCH TREE LIMBS BROKEN; POWER POLES BROKEN.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 E Queen Creek, AZ
60mph
Sep 3, 2022 12:55 AM UTC
Wind report for San Tan Valley, AZ
Pinal County · 136,257 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TRAINED SPOTTER ESTIMATED AROUND 60 MPH WINDS WITH MINOR TREE DAMAGE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 E Queen Creek, AZ
UNKmph
Sep 2, 2022 3:35 AM UTC
Wind report for San Tan Valley, AZ
Pinal County · 136,257 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: DELAYED REPORT. 5-6 TREES 20 TO 30 FT TALL DOWNED ON JOHNSON RANCH BLVD. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 SE Queen Creek, AZ
UNKmph
Sep 2, 2022 3:34 AM UTC
Wind report for San Tan Valley, AZ
Pinal County · 136,257 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: DELAYED REPORT. 30X70FT ROOF PEELED OFF BUS BARN AT POSTON BUTTE HS. STACKED WOODEN PALLETS TOSSED 150 FT. DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 8 SE Queen Creek, AZ
64mph
Aug 18, 2022 1:46 AM UTC
Wind report for San Tan Valley, AZ
Pinal County · 136,257 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 8 SE Queen Creek, AZ
UNKmph
Aug 4, 2022 12:02 AM UTC
Wind report for San Tan Valley, AZ
Pinal County · 136,257 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ***DELAYED REPORT*** VIDEO OF A SIGNIFICANT WIND GUST... ESTIMATED 60-70 MPH... AND A PHOTO OF A LARGE BRANCH FROM A LARGE HEALTHY TREE THAT SNAPPED OFF AND NARROWLY MISSED A HOME.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 E Queen Creek, AZ
70mph
Jun 23, 2022 10:31 PM UTC
Wind report for San Tan Valley, AZ
Pinal County · 136,257 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MESONET STATION AS877 SAN TAN VALLEY.
NWS Wind Report Location: 8 SE Queen Creek, AZ
59mph
Aug 17, 2021 5:56 AM UTC
Wind report for San Tan Valley, AZ
Pinal County · 136,257 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 9 SE Queen Creek, AZ
UNKmph
Aug 17, 2021 5:50 AM UTC
Wind report for San Tan Valley, AZ
Pinal County · 136,257 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: *** DELAYED REPORT *** MULTIPLE REPORTS OF TREES DOWN AND A TRAMPOLINE ALONG HUNT HWY. BETWEEN GARY RD. AND BELLA VISTA RD. A FENCE WAS DESTROYED BY A DOWNED TREE NEAR HUNT HWY. AND GANTZEL RD. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 SE Queen Creek, AZ
UNKmph
Jul 14, 2021 2:47 AM UTC
Wind report for San Tan Valley, AZ
Pinal County · 136,257 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ***DELAYED REPORT*** SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE TO A DOG SANCTUARY... INCLUDING A COUPLE HUNDRED POUND DOG SHED THAT FELL OVER AND INJURED ONE OF THE DOGS. TIMING ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 SSE Queen Creek, AZ
UNKmph
Jul 11, 2021 5:10 AM UTC
Wind report for San Tan Valley, AZ
Pinal County · 136,257 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ***DELAYED REPORT***...NUMEROUS LARGE TREES 1-2 FEET IN DIAMETER UPROOTED NEAR AMIRA PARK AND IN JOHNSON RANCH. WINDS ESTIMATED AT 60 MPH WITH TIMING BASED ON RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 9 SE Queen Creek, AZ
UNKmph
Aug 29, 2020 3:10 AM UTC
Wind report for San Tan Valley, AZ
Pinal County · 136,257 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ***DELAYED REPORT***15 WOODEN POWER POLES DOWN IN SAN TAN VALLEY ON COMBS ROAD FROM KENWORTHY ROAD TO SCHNEPF ROAD DUE TO A MICROBURST. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 ESE Queen Creek, AZ
UNKmph
Aug 9, 2018 2:23 PM UTC
Wind report for San Tan Valley, AZ
Pinal County · 136,257 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: **DELAYED REPORT** 6 POWER POLES DOWN NEAR HUNT HWY AND GARY RD. TIME EST. ON REPORT.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 SE Queen Creek, AZ
UNKmph
Aug 9, 2018 2:23 AM UTC
Wind report for San Tan Valley, AZ
Pinal County · 136,257 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: CORRECTS PREVIOUS TSTM WND DMG REPORT FROM 5 SE QUEEN CREEK. **DELAYED REPORT** 6 POWER POLES DOWN NEAR HUNT HWY AND GARY RD. TIME EST. ON REPORT.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 SE Queen Creek, AZ
UNKmph
Jul 31, 2018 2:00 AM UTC
Wind report for San Tan Valley, AZ
Pinal County · 136,257 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: DELAYED REPORT. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR. NUMEROUS DOWNED POWER LINES ALONG HUNT HIGHWAY BETWEEN BELLA VISTA RD. AND GARY RD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 SE Queen Creek, AZ
69mph
Aug 11, 2015 8:50 PM MST-7
Wind report for San Tan Valley, AZ
Pinal County · 136,257 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Scattered thunderstorms developed over the southeast portion of the greater Phoenix area during the evening hours on August 11th, and they brought gusty outflow winds estimated to be in excess of 60 mph at times. The strong winds downed power lines and this led to widespread power outages. According to the Salt River Project utility company, at 2050MST approximately 11,400 SRP customers were without power across the southeastern greater Phoenix area and the area that was affected the most was the San Tan Valley.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4.9 NW Magma, AZ
64mph
Sep 27, 2014 4:37 PM MST-7
Wind report for San Tan Valley, AZ
Pinal County · 136,257 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A severe squall line moved eastward across the southeastern portion of the greater Phoenix metropolitan area during the middle of the afternoon on September 27th, and the stronger storms brought strong and damaging winds to San Tan Valley. According to a trained weather spotter in San Tan Valley, thunderstorm microburst wind gusts estimated to be nearly 65 mph downed five trees. The diameter of the trees ranged from 12 to 14 inches.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5.77 NW Magma, AZ
60mph
Sep 6, 2014 5:30 PM MST-7
Wind report for San Tan Valley, AZ
Pinal County · 136,257 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorms developed in the area around San Tan Valley during the late afternoon hours on September 6th, and the stronger storms produced gusty outflow winds of at least 60 mph. According to a trained weather spotter 2 miles southeast of San Tan Mountain Park, a wind gust of 60 mph was measured on his Davis weather station. The strong gust also slightly damaged the roof on his house.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3.26 NNE Bapchule, AZ
64mph
Sep 6, 2014 5:25 PM MST-7
Wind report for San Tan Valley, AZ
Pinal County · 136,257 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorms developed across northern Pinal County during the afternoon hours on September 6th, and some of them affected the community of San Tan Valley. The stronger storms produced gusty and damaging microburst winds, estimated to be in excess of 60 mph at times. According to a trained weather spotter just south of San Tan Valley, gusty winds estimated at 65 mph downed multiple trees and flagpoles. In addition, the strong winds caused some roof damage. No injuries were reported.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4.55 WNW Magma, AZ
60mph
Jul 12, 2013 12:40 PM MST-7
Wind report for San Tan Valley, AZ
Pinal County · 136,257 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Strong thunderstorms developed during the early afternoon hours across portions of north central Pinal county on June 12th. The storms produced gusty and damaging winds estimated to be in excess of 60 mph, which affected communities such as San Tan Valley and Florence. At 1240 pm, a member of the public reported an 8 inch diameter tree blown down 1 mile east of San Tan Valley. At 1249 pm, a trained weather spotter 2 miles east of San Tan Valley reported several 6 to 8 inch diameter trees blown down. He estimated winds to be upwards of 60 mph. A Severe Thunderstorm Warning had been issued for the area beginning at 1224 pm and continuing through 115 pm.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3.6 NW Magma, AZ
58mph
Jul 6, 2013 9:55 PM MST-7
Wind report for San Tan Valley, AZ
Pinal County · 136,257 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Isolated to scattered thunderstorms developed during the evening hours on July 6th and they affected portions of the central deserts including northern Pinal county. The storms generated strong, gusty and damaging outflow winds estimated to be in excess of 50 mph. According to local broadcast media, at 955 pm gusty winds blew down several trees about 4 miles east northeast of San Tan Valley. In addition, the winds blew over an RV causing damage, destoryed/damaged a small sheet metal building, blew off sheet metal of a few buildings, and caused shingle damage to a home. No injuries were reported. Although a Severe Thunderstorm Warning was not in effect at the time, a Significant Weather Advisory had been posted at 944 pm highlighting the potential for strong and gusty thunderstorm winds.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4.19 N Magma, AZ
69mph
Jul 29, 2012 3:55 PM MST-7
Wind report for San Tan Valley, AZ
Pinal County · 136,257 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorms developed over the greater Phoenix area during the afternoon hours on July 29th, and some of the storms generated gusty and damaging microburst winds. According to a trained weather spotter 5 miles northeast of San Tan Valley, at 355 pm gusty winds estimated to be at least 60 knots blew down a number of trees.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7.01 N Magma, AZ
81mph
May 9, 2012 4:35 PM MST-7
Wind report for San Tan Valley, AZ
Pinal County · 136,257 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A low pressure system moving east across southern Arizona spread moisture into south central Arizona which led to scattered thunderstorms over the lower deserts during the afternoon hours on May 9th. According to a trained weather spotter, microburst wind gusts estimated at 70 knots damaged 8 mobile homes in the Pleasant Valley Mobile Home Park at approximately 435 PM. The park was located near Germain and Ironwood, about 5 miles east of Queen Creek. Six of the homes had their northeast-facing awnings removed. The strong winds lifted up the overhangs and in some cases removed portions of the roofs. Many of these homes were blown off of their foundations. The strong microburst winds were likely enhanced by a gustnado, which increased the severity of the damage. In addition to the mobile home damage, the strong winds blew down a number of power lines in the area.
NWS Wind Report Location: 8.35 NNW Magma, AZ
58mph
Aug 18, 2011 4:59 PM MST-7
Wind report for San Tan Valley, AZ
Pinal County · 136,257 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Strong thunderstorms with damaging microburst winds moved through the San Tan Valley during the late afternoon hours on August 18th. Area law enforcement personnel reported that power lines were down at Bella Vista and Gantzel roads, and at least one of the lines fell onto a school bus from the Florence Unified school district. The bus driver and four children that were aboard were not injured.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4.9 NW Magma, AZ
58mph
Aug 18, 2011 4:54 PM MST-7
Wind report for San Tan Valley, AZ
Pinal County · 136,257 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorms with damaging microburst winds affected the area around Magma during the afternoon hours on August 18th. According to a report from the local utility company, approximately 30 power poles were blown down in the Johnson Ranch area, along the Hunt highway near Judd road. Winds were estimated to be in excess of 50 knots.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.5 NNW Magma, AZ
60mph
Aug 18, 2011 4:50 PM MST-7
Wind report for San Tan Valley, AZ
Pinal County · 136,257 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorms with damaging microburst winds affected the San Tan Valley area during the afternoon hours on August 18th. A trained National Weather Service storm spotter 4 miles west of Magma reported that 1 foot diameter trees were blown down. Additionally, a roof was blown off of a house. Wind speeds were estimated to be at least 60 mph. Hail one quarter inch in diameter occurred in association with the strong storms.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3.56 NW Magma, AZ
92mph
Aug 15, 2004 8:50 PM MST
Wind report for San Tan Valley, AZ
Pinal County · 136,257 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Severe thunderstorms developed along the Maricopa and northwest Pinal County line, in vicinity of Sun Lakes. Damaging high winds, multiple microbursts, occurred with most damage occurring on the southern side of Sun Lakes in Maricopa County.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 N Bapchule, AZ
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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 San Tan Valley, AZ
1 reports
F1category
Jan 18, 1993 1:18 PM MST
Tornado report for San Tan Valley, AZ
Pinal County · 136,257 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Sheriffs Office reported tornado moving through open land.
NWS Tornado Report Location: SE Phoenix To, AZ
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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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Frequently asked questions
for homeowners, buyers & sellers
How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does San Tan Valley have on record?
Our records show 0 hail, 33 wind, and 1 tornado reports in and near San Tan Valley, AZ, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 2, 2025.
What is the largest hail ever reported in San Tan Valley?
No reported hail size is available for this selection.
A storm report showed up near my home in San Tan Valley — 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 San Tan Valley and ask about a Remote Hail Inspection before anyone climbs on the roof.
I am buying a home in San Tan Valley — 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 San Tan Valley address before closing helps you ask informed questions about roof age, past repairs, and any prior claims.
I am selling a home in San Tan Valley — 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 San Tan Valley address?
Use the address search to pull a free address-level hail report for any property in San Tan Valley — 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 San Tan Valley, AZ, sourced from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. They show where hail, wind, or tornado activity was reported in San Tan Valley, 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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