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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Newark, DE

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Newark, DE from August 14, 1970 through September 2, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 19711 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
12
Wind Reports
48
Tornado Reports
2
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Newark, DE · 1970–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 2, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Newark, DE

12 reports
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1.00″ hail
Jun 28, 2019
10:05 PM UTC
Hail report for Newark, DE
New Castle County · 124,150 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NNE Newark, DE
0.75″ hail
Jun 17, 2013
5:13 PM EST-5
Hail report for Newark, DE
New Castle County · 124,150 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail fell from a thunderstorm in Newark.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Newark, DE
1.75″ hail
Jun 29, 2012
11:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for Newark, DE
New Castle County · 124,150 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A large and intense thunderstorm dropped golf-ball size hail in Newark.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Newark, DE
1.00″ hail
Sep 11, 2011
9:45 PM EST-5
Hail report for Newark, DE
New Castle County · 124,150 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail fell just north of Newark during a severe thunderstorm.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.74 WSW Milford Xrds, DE
0.75″ hail
Sep 22, 2010
8:09 PM EST-5
Hail report for Newark, DE
New Castle County · 124,150 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail fell in Newark.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Newark, DE
1.00″ hail
Jun 22, 2010
5:33 PM EST-5
Hail report for Newark, DE
New Castle County · 124,150 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A severe thunderstorm dropped quarter size hail in Newark.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Newark, DE
0.75″ hail
May 14, 2010
6:10 PM EST-5
Hail report for Newark, DE
New Castle County · 124,150 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail fell in Newark.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Newark, DE
0.75″ hail
May 10, 2000
5:08 PM EST
Hail report for Newark, DE
New Castle County · 124,150 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Newark, DE
1.75″ hail
May 24, 1999
2:15 PM EST
Hail report for Newark, DE
New Castle County · 124,150 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Newark, DE
0.75″ hail
May 1, 1997
4:55 PM EST
Hail report for Newark, DE
New Castle County · 124,150 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Newark, DE
0.75″ hail
Jul 5, 1990
2:25 PM CST
Hail report for Newark, DE
New Castle County · 124,150 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, DE
0.75″ hail
Apr 5, 1984
4:00 PM CST
Hail report for Newark, DE
New Castle County · 124,150 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, DE
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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 Newark, DE

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UNK mph
Sep 2, 2026
12:32 AM UTC
Wind report for Newark, DE
New Castle County · 124,150 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down in Newark. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Newark, DE
UNK mph
Jul 21, 2026
9:14 PM UTC
Wind report for Newark, DE
New Castle County · 124,150 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Debris broke the window out on a house on Panorama Dr.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Wnw Nottingham Manor, DE
UNK mph
Jul 21, 2026
9:09 PM UTC
Wind report for Newark, DE
New Castle County · 124,150 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on a house on Bridlebrook Ln.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Nnw Nottingham Manor, DE
UNK mph
Jul 18, 2026
8:46 PM UTC
Wind report for Newark, DE
New Castle County · 124,150 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple reports of trees and wires down. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Newark, DE
UNK mph
Mar 12, 2026
12:35 AM UTC
Wind report for Newark, DE
New Castle County · 124,150 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Transformer blown on Old Harmony Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: Newark, DE
UNK mph
Mar 12, 2026
12:23 AM UTC
Wind report for Newark, DE
New Castle County · 124,150 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A metal sheeting barn roof was blown off a barn. Walls also of metal sheeting subsequently collapsed. Time estimate from radar and nearby observations.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SSE Newark, DE
UNK mph
Mar 12, 2026
12:19 AM UTC
Wind report for Newark, DE
New Castle County · 124,150 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from Newark. Transformer blown on Old Harmony Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: Newark, DE
UNK mph
Jun 23, 2024
9:47 PM UTC
Wind report for Newark, DE
New Castle County · 124,150 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Picture sent in of several trees down on power lines. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Newark, DE
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
10:14 PM UTC
Wind report for Newark, DE
New Castle County · 124,150 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Public report of large tree down in backyard on social media. Photo provided. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Newark, DE
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
10:08 PM UTC
Wind report for Newark, DE
New Castle County · 124,150 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Report of trees down in Newark... DE near the DE/MD border. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NW Nottingham Manor, DE
UNK mph
Apr 1, 2023
10:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Newark, DE
New Castle County · 124,150 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: NWS STORM SURVEY FOUND SPORADIC STRAIGHT LINE WIND DAMAGE CONTINUING INTO NEW CASTLE COUNTY TO BE NOT ASSOCIATED WITH THE UPSTREAM TORNADO WHICH HAD DISSIPATED IN CECIL COUNTY. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NW Nottingham Manor, DE
UNK mph
Apr 1, 2023
10:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Newark, DE
New Castle County · 124,150 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MULTIPLE TREES INTO HOUSES REPORTED IN NEWARK. TIME ESTIMATED VIA RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Newark, DE
UNK mph
Feb 18, 2022
10:45 AM UTC
Wind report for Newark, DE
New Castle County · 124,150 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SEVERAL TREES DOWN AROUND NEWARK. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: Newark, DE
UNK mph
Jul 9, 2021
10:24 PM UTC
Wind report for Newark, DE
New Castle County · 124,150 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN IN THE 400 BLOCK OF LARK DRIVE. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSW Newark, DE
UNK mph
Jun 21, 2021
11:17 PM UTC
Wind report for Newark, DE
New Castle County · 124,150 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: REPORT OF A TREE DOWN ON A HOUSE ON SQUIRREL LANE IN NEWARK. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Nottingham Manor, DE
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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 Newark, DE

2 reports
EF0 category
Jun 10, 2013
3:47 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Newark, DE
New Castle County · 124,150 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF0 tornado was confirmed near Newark at 447 p.m. EDT. The damage was focused from Ardmore Drive to Argyle Road, south of DE Route 4. Within this area, 10 to 20 homes sustained damage with several homes suffering significant damage due to large trees being blown into them. On Natalie Lane, a very large tree completely fell over and landed onto two homes with a car having significant damage. Other homes suffered siding and shingle damage. One house on Argyle Road had a tree limb through a side wall. On Havertown Road, several trees were uprooted, with some lying west and northwest, which appeared to be the western edge of the circulation. Several residents reported hearing a whooshing sound that lasted for about 10 to 15 seconds, along with some tree debris swirling into the air. Based on damage reports, the tornado briefly lifted with the main touchdown located from Ardmore Drive to Argyle Road. ||Additional damage was reported to the south of the tornado path, including siding and tree damage. One she was reportedly blown onto its side along McCormick Boulevard. The overall path length was nearly one mile. The maximum path width was 150 yards and the estimated maximum wind was 80 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .53 W Cooch, DE
F0 category
Jul 21, 1988
5:45 PM EST
Tornado report for Newark, DE
New Castle County · 124,150 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, DE
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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

Newark, DE area census snapshot

People & households
Population30,309
Households8,675
Housing units10,002
Income
Median household income$71,373
$100k+ households36.5%
$150k+ households16.7%
Housing stock
Single-family detached4,165
Attached single-family1,508
Small multifamily1,084
Large multifamily3,245
Mobile homes0
Housing mix
Single-family share41.6%
Attached-home share15.1%
Multifamily share43.3%
Mobile-home share--
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied4,360
Renter-occupied4,315
Vacant units1,327
Home value & age
Median home value$357,600
Owner homes $300k+68.6%
Owner homes $500k+13.4%
Owner homes $750k+1.2%
Median year built1977
Older-home share54.5%
Vehicle context
Households with cars7,889
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 12 hail, 48 wind, and 2 tornado reports in and near Newark, DE, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 2, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Newark?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Newark, DE is 1.75″. It was reported near N Newark, DE on June 29, 2012.

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

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

I am selling a home in Newark — 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 Newark address?

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