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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Lee, FL

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Lee, FL from May 7, 1959 through May 30, 2025, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 32059 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
5
Wind Reports
36
Tornado Reports
8
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Lee, FL · 1959–present Updated  Daily · last May 30, 2025

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Lee, FL

5 reports
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1.00″ hail
Apr 28, 2011
11:35 AM EST-5
Hail report for Lee, FL
Madison County · 4,825 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Lee, FL
0.75″ hail
May 8, 2006
4:55 PM EST
Hail report for Lee, FL
Madison County · 4,825 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A SKYWARN storm spotter reported penny size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: Lee, FL
1.75″ hail
Mar 25, 2005
4:35 AM EST
Hail report for Lee, FL
Madison County · 4,825 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golfball size hail reported by the Madison County EMA.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 N Lee, FL
1.75″ hail
Jun 3, 1999
7:57 PM EST
Hail report for Lee, FL
Madison County · 4,825 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hailstorm destroyed 20-acre tobacco crop at a farm on Midway Church Rd. A Lee resident's windshield was shattered by golfball size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: Lee, FL
0.75″ hail
May 7, 1959
1:30 PM CST
Hail report for Lee, FL
Madison County · 4,825 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, FL
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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 Lee, FL

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UNK mph
May 30, 2025
10:10 PM UTC
Wind report for Lee, FL
Madison County · 4,825 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 5 SE Lee. FHP website reported a tree blocking the exit at I-10 rest area mile marker 264.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 SE Lee, FL
UNK mph
May 11, 2024
11:57 AM UTC
Wind report for Lee, FL
Madison County · 4,825 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Damage to a vehicle from a fallen tree along Old Logging Trail.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 SSE Lee, FL
UNK mph
May 10, 2024
12:03 PM UTC
Wind report for Lee, FL
Madison County · 4,825 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on power lines on County Road 141 Madison county side.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 E Lee, FL
UNK mph
Aug 25, 2023
11:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Lee, FL
Madison County · 4,825 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Local law enforcement reported trees blocking the road across US 90.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NW Lee, FL
UNK mph
Jul 7, 2023
9:45 PM UTC
Wind report for Lee, FL
Madison County · 4,825 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree damage reported along SR 6.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNW Lee, FL
UNK mph
Aug 16, 2022
5:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Lee, FL
Madison County · 4,825 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SPOTTER REPORTED TREES DOWN ON 8000 BLOCK OF HICKORY GROVE RD.
NWS Wind Report Location: Hickory Grove Rd, FL
UNK mph
Jun 6, 2022
7:00 PM UTC
Wind report for Lee, FL
Madison County · 4,825 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: CALLER REPORTED A TREE DOWN IN MADISON COUNTY ALONG HIGHWAY 53... A MILE SOUTH OF MIDWAY CHURCH RD. CALLER RECORDED A PEAK SURFACE WIND OF 29 MPH.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 SSW Lee, FL
UNK mph
Jun 15, 2021
9:40 PM UTC
Wind report for Lee, FL
Madison County · 4,825 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN ON NE LANTANA STREET.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NE Lee, FL
UNK mph
Jun 15, 2021
9:35 PM UTC
Wind report for Lee, FL
Madison County · 4,825 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 CALL CENTER REPORTED A TREE WAS KNOCKED DOWN.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Lee, FL
UNK mph
Jun 30, 2020
11:40 PM UTC
Wind report for Lee, FL
Madison County · 4,825 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: WIND DAMAGE FROM FLYING DEBRIS RESULTED IN A POWER OUTAGE AS REPORTED BY TRI COUNTY ELECTRIC.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Chancey, FL
UNK mph
Jun 30, 2020
11:20 PM UTC
Wind report for Lee, FL
Madison County · 4,825 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: WIND DAMAGE FROM FLYING DEBRIS RESULTED IN A POWER OUTAGE AS REPORTED BY TRI COUNTY ELECTRIC COOP.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NW Lee, FL
UNK mph
Jul 21, 2018
6:05 PM UTC
Wind report for Lee, FL
Madison County · 4,825 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES REPORTED DOWN IN LEE.
NWS Wind Report Location: Lee, FL
UNK mph
Jun 20, 2018
10:55 PM UTC
Wind report for Lee, FL
Madison County · 4,825 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES AND POWER LINES REPORTED DOWN SOUTH OF LEE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 S Lee, FL
UNK mph
Jun 20, 2018
10:55 PM UTC
Wind report for Lee, FL
Madison County · 4,825 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: REPORT OF TREES AND POWER LINES DOWN ON 255 AND GLADIOLI.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Lee, FL
UNK mph
Jun 2, 2018
8:20 PM UTC
Wind report for Lee, FL
Madison County · 4,825 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES AND POWER LINES DOWN ACROSS MADISON COUNTY.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 WSW Lee, FL
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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 Lee, FL

8 reports
UNK category
May 10, 2024
12:02 PM UTC
Tornado report for Lee, FL
Madison County · 4,825 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: End point of EF1 tornado that moved through southern Madison county.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 7 SE Lee, FL
EF1 category
Mar 31, 2009
7:40 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Lee, FL
Madison County · 4,825 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Numerous large pine trees were down in a narrow convergent path.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 8 S Lee, FL
F2 category
Nov 5, 1988
12:15 AM CST
Tornado report for Lee, FL
Madison County · 4,825 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, FL
F0 category
Apr 3, 1987
10:15 AM EST
Tornado report for Lee, FL
Madison County · 4,825 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, FL
F1 category
Dec 29, 1983
12:45 AM CST
Tornado report for Lee, FL
Madison County · 4,825 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, FL
F2 category
Dec 25, 1969
6:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Lee, FL
Madison County · 4,825 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, FL
F1 category
Dec 3, 1968
2:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Lee, FL
Madison County · 4,825 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, FL
F1 category
Jul 1, 1959
4:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Lee, FL
Madison County · 4,825 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, FL
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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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U.S. Census Data · City

Lee, FL area census snapshot

People & households
Population774
Households289
Housing units322
Income
Median household income$43,688
$100k+ households14.2%
$150k+ households3.8%
Housing stock
Single-family detached245
Attached single-family4
Small multifamily0
Large multifamily0
Mobile homes71
Housing mix
Single-family share76.1%
Attached-home share1.2%
Multifamily share--
Mobile-home share22.1%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied195
Renter-occupied94
Vacant units33
Home value & age
Median home value$96,000
Owner homes $300k+15.4%
Owner homes $500k+0.5%
Owner homes $750k+0.5%
Median year built1979
Older-home share50.9%
Vehicle context
Households with cars287
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 5 hail, 36 wind, and 8 tornado reports in and near Lee, FL, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on May 30, 2025.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Lee?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Lee, FL is 1.75″. It was reported near Lee, FL on March 25, 2005.

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

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

I am selling a home in Lee — 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 Lee address?

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