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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Costa Mesa, CA

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Costa Mesa, CA from April 8, 1965 through March 1, 2023, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
2
Wind Reports
11
Tornado Reports
2
Max Hail Size
1.25″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Costa Mesa, CA · 1965–present Updated  Daily · last Mar 1, 2023

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Costa Mesa, CA

2 reports
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1.00″ hail
Feb 22, 2005
3:00 PM PST
Hail report for Costa Mesa, CA
Orange County · 563,953 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Costa Mesa, CA
1.25″ hail
Jan 31, 1979
5:00 PM CST
Hail report for Costa Mesa, CA
Orange County · 563,953 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, CA
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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 Costa Mesa, CA

11 reports
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UNK mph
Mar 1, 2023
10:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Costa Mesa, CA
Orange County · 563,953 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: LINE OF HEAVY SHOWERS MOVING THROUGH ORANGE COUNTY. LARGE MATURE PINE TREE KNOCKED DOWN NEAR INTERSECTION OF MACARTHUR AND MAIN STREET. DIAMETER OF TREE ESTIMATED 3 FEET... WITH LOTS OF DEBRIS AND BRANCHES ALSO DOWN.
NWS Wind Report Location: Costa Mesa, CA
UNK mph
Jan 20, 2017
9:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Costa Mesa, CA
Orange County · 563,953 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TRAINED SPOTTER REPORTS NUMEROUS TREES DOWN BETWEEN FOUNTAIN VALLEY AND NEWPORT BEACH. .
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WNW Costa Mesa, CA
UNK mph
Jan 20, 2017
9:24 PM UTC
Wind report for Costa Mesa, CA
Orange County · 563,953 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: PALM TREE BLOWN DOWN ON BROOKHURST ST. .
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W Costa Mesa, CA
UNK mph
Jan 20, 2017
9:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Costa Mesa, CA
Orange County · 563,953 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: EQUIPMENT DAMAGE CAUSED BY WIND... 63 CUSTOMERS WITHOUT POWER.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ESE Costa Mesa, CA
UNK mph
Jan 20, 2017
9:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Costa Mesa, CA
Orange County · 563,953 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: POWER POLES AND LINES DOWN. 63 CUSTOMERS WITHOUT POWER.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WSW Costa Mesa, CA
UNK mph
Jan 20, 2017
9:13 PM UTC
Wind report for Costa Mesa, CA
Orange County · 563,953 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ROOF DAMAGE... BROKEN WINDOW HIT BY DEBRIS... AND BROKEN RAIN GUTTERS WHEN THUNDERSTORM PASSED OVER.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 S Costa Mesa, CA
52 mph
Feb 28, 2014
2:30 PM PST-8
Wind report for Costa Mesa, CA
Orange County · 563,953 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: John Wayne Airport officials reported a plane moved 3 feet from severe wind, several metal signs down and jet bridge damage. ASOS had 35 mph for a peak wind at the time, though it was likely a wet microburst as seen on radar. Downstream, wind measured at the Fremont Canyon RAWS site at 74 mph one hour later.
NWS Wind Report Location: N (Sna)Santa Ana Co Ar, CA
93 mph
Jan 19, 2010
1:00 PM PST-8
Wind report for Costa Mesa, CA
Orange County · 563,953 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: As a line of thunderstorms moved through Orange County, a peak wind gust of 93 MPH was measured by the weather station at the Newport Beach Pier. Several wind gusts in excess of 70 MPH were also reported. Several boats in the Newport Beach Harbor broke free. In Costa Mesa, just inland from Newport Beach, a building in an industrial park on 17th Ave sustained moderate damage. Approximately two-thirds of the top layer of the roof blew off. Pieces of the roof, some as large as 15 feet long, trees, and other debris littered the parking lot. Across the street at a mobile home park, metal awnings were ripped off by the wind and pieces of wood were seen flying through the air. A few blocks away near the intersection of Harbor Blvd and Victoria Street, the strong winds blew open the door to a business and shattered a window.
NWS Wind Report Location: .25 NNE Costa Mesa, CA
46 mph
Dec 28, 2004
6:15 PM PST
Wind report for Costa Mesa, CA
Orange County · 563,953 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A fence fell onto a carport at an apartment complex causing extensive damage to several parked cars. The damaged was discovered in the morning, but was said to have likely been the result of the winds that occurred during overnight hours.
NWS Wind Report Location: Costa Mesa, CA
73 mph
Jan 31, 1979
5:00 PM CST
Wind report for Costa Mesa, CA
Orange County · 563,953 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Not provided, CA
60 mph
Mar 1, 1978
3:00 AM CST
Wind report for Costa Mesa, CA
Orange County · 563,953 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Not provided, CA
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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 Costa Mesa, CA

2 reports
F2 category
Nov 7, 1966
3:15 PM CST
Tornado report for Costa Mesa, CA
Orange County · 563,953 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, CA
UNK category
Apr 8, 1965
1:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Costa Mesa, CA
Orange County · 563,953 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, CA
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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

Costa Mesa, CA area census snapshot

People & households
Population110,538
Households41,628
Housing units43,684
Income
Median household income$110,073
$100k+ households45.9%
$150k+ households21.8%
Housing stock
Single-family detached17,359
Attached single-family4,350
Small multifamily10,215
Large multifamily10,612
Mobile homes1,060
Housing mix
Single-family share39.7%
Attached-home share10.0%
Multifamily share47.7%
Mobile-home share2.4%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied16,387
Renter-occupied25,241
Vacant units2,056
Home value & age
Median home value$1,054,700
Owner homes $300k+94.0%
Owner homes $500k+92.4%
Owner homes $750k+81.0%
Median year built1971
Older-home share69.3%
Vehicle context
Households with cars39,880
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 2 hail, 11 wind, and 2 tornado reports in and near Costa Mesa, CA, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on March 1, 2023.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Costa Mesa?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Costa Mesa, CA is 1.25″. It was reported near Costa Mesa, CA on January 31, 1979.

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

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

I am selling a home in Costa Mesa — 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 Costa Mesa address?

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