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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Tarpon Springs, FL

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Tarpon Springs, FL from June 29, 1978 through May 14, 2024, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
7
Wind Reports
15
Tornado Reports
2
Max Hail Size
1.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Tarpon Springs, FL · 1978–present Updated  Daily · last May 14, 2024

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Tarpon Springs, FL

7 reports
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1.00″ hail
Jan 10, 2011
11:58 AM EST-5
Hail report for Tarpon Springs, FL
Pinellas County · 249,730 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: There were numerous reports from the broadcast media and trained spotters from Palm Harbor to Tarpon Springs of dime to quarter sized hail. A window was broken in Tarpon Springs from the hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.4 WSW Tarpon Springs, FL
1.00″ hail
Apr 25, 2010
5:45 PM EST-5
Hail report for Tarpon Springs, FL
Pinellas County · 249,730 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported up to quarter sized hail falling for five minutes east of Tarpon Springs.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.05 E Tarpon Springs, FL
0.88″ hail
Jul 7, 2008
3:43 PM EST-5
Hail report for Tarpon Springs, FL
Pinellas County · 249,730 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported nickel size hail near the intersection of East Lake Road and Lansbrook Parkway in Palm Harbor.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4.13 SE Tarpon Springs, FL
1.00″ hail
May 4, 2005
7:45 AM EST
Hail report for Tarpon Springs, FL
Pinellas County · 249,730 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Tarpon Spgs, FL
0.88″ hail
Jun 5, 2001
4:00 PM EST
Hail report for Tarpon Springs, FL
Pinellas County · 249,730 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported, through Bay News 9 Cable, nickel sized hail in Tarpon Springs of northern Pinellas county.
NWS Hail Report Location: Tarpon Spgs, FL
0.75″ hail
Mar 29, 2001
10:10 AM EST
Hail report for Tarpon Springs, FL
Pinellas County · 249,730 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Dime sized hail was reported by Skywarn Spotters from one mile north of Palm Harbor to Tarpon Springs.
NWS Hail Report Location: Tarpon Spgs, FL
0.75″ hail
May 30, 1999
3:02 PM EST
Hail report for Tarpon Springs, FL
Pinellas County · 249,730 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Dime sized hail was reported in Tarpon Springs by a Skywarn Spotter.
NWS Hail Report Location: Tarpon Spgs, 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 Tarpon Springs, FL

15 reports
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60 mph
May 14, 2024
3:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Tarpon Springs, FL
Pinellas County · 249,730 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A mesonet site reported 60 mph wind gust.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NW Tarpon Springs, FL
UNK mph
May 4, 2016
10:16 AM UTC
Wind report for Tarpon Springs, FL
Pinellas County · 249,730 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MEDIUM SIZED TREE SNAPPED.
NWS Wind Report Location: Tarpon Springs, FL
52 mph
Mar 4, 2012
4:15 AM EST-5
Wind report for Tarpon Springs, FL
Pinellas County · 249,730 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Screens on a pool cage were ripped and a stop sign bent by estimated thunderstorm winds of 45 knots near the corner of Westwinds Drive and Cardinal Trail in Dunedin.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.16 SSW Tarpon Springs, FL
60 mph
Apr 14, 2009
7:23 AM EST-5
Wind report for Tarpon Springs, FL
Pinellas County · 249,730 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and power lines were downed in North Tarpon Springs.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Tarpon Springs, FL
UNK mph
Jun 5, 2001
5:55 PM EST
Wind report for Tarpon Springs, FL
Pinellas County · 249,730 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The public reported, through WTSP-TV of St. Petersburg, that thunderstorm winds uprooted several large trees and downed power lines along Chesapeake and Riverside Drive in Tarpon Springs.
NWS Wind Report Location: Tarpon Spgs, FL
UNK mph
Mar 4, 2001
7:57 AM EST
Wind report for Tarpon Springs, FL
Pinellas County · 249,730 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Florida Power Company representatives reported that thunderstorm winds downed several large trees, branches and power lines in Tarpon Springs.
NWS Wind Report Location: Tarpon Spgs, FL
UNK mph
May 30, 1999
3:05 PM EST
Wind report for Tarpon Springs, FL
Pinellas County · 249,730 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm winds caused minor to moderate roof, lanai, carport, awning and glass damage to ten mobile homes in the Tarpon Shores Mobile Home Village of Tarpon Springs. Also, a Skywarn Spotter reported that thunderstorm winds damaged a large sign and downed several large trees in Tarpon Springs.
NWS Wind Report Location: Tarpon Spgs, FL
UNK mph
Jun 25, 1997
5:09 PM EST
Wind report for Tarpon Springs, FL
Pinellas County · 249,730 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm winds downed four large pine trees on Sailfish Drive.
NWS Wind Report Location: Tarpon Spgs, FL
UNK mph
Apr 23, 1997
10:08 AM EST
Wind report for Tarpon Springs, FL
Pinellas County · 249,730 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm winds caused shutter damage to several homes and downed numerous large branches along Alternate U.S. Highway 19.
NWS Wind Report Location: Tarpon Spgs, FL
69 mph
Apr 15, 1993
3:55 PM EST
Wind report for Tarpon Springs, FL
Pinellas County · 249,730 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A wind gust of 69 mph was reported by a spotter in Fred Howard Park in Tarpon Springs.
NWS Wind Report Location: Tarpon Springs, FL
UNK mph
Mar 13, 1993
12:14 AM EST
Wind report for Tarpon Springs, FL
Pinellas County · 249,730 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Strong winds damaged a house and the combination of wind and storm surge led to the evacuation of 15 people.
NWS Wind Report Location: Tarpon Springs, FL
UNK mph
Jul 31, 1991
4:30 PM CST
Wind report for Tarpon Springs, FL
Pinellas County · 249,730 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Not provided, FL
UNK mph
Jul 23, 1984
2:30 PM CST
Wind report for Tarpon Springs, FL
Pinellas County · 249,730 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Not provided, FL
62 mph
Feb 27, 1984
12:00 PM CST
Wind report for Tarpon Springs, FL
Pinellas County · 249,730 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Not provided, FL
60 mph
Jun 29, 1978
12:45 PM CST
Wind report for Tarpon Springs, FL
Pinellas County · 249,730 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Not provided, 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 Tarpon Springs, FL

2 reports
EF0 category
Apr 14, 2009
7:28 AM EST-5
Tornado report for Tarpon Springs, FL
Pinellas County · 249,730 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The damage included a collapsed and destroyed barn, a green house that could not be found, fence damage, and tree limbs down. Winds were estimated at 80mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3.17 ENE Tarpon Springs Comps Site, FL
F0 category
Jun 20, 1999
4:33 PM EST
Tornado report for Tarpon Springs, FL
Pinellas County · 249,730 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A short lived tornado touched down and caused minor roof and porch damage to two mobile homes then removed a pest control tent off a home before it lifted and dissipated along Driftwood Lane in Tarpon Springs. Reported by WTSP-TV of St Petersburg and the Pinellas County Emergency Management.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 NE Tarpon Spgs, 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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NWS Storm Reports & Census Data

U.S. Census Data · City

Tarpon Springs, FL area census snapshot

People & households
Population25,522
Households11,543
Housing units13,198
Income
Median household income$68,877
$100k+ households35.3%
$150k+ households12.1%
Housing stock
Single-family detached7,586
Attached single-family1,031
Small multifamily1,723
Large multifamily1,569
Mobile homes1,260
Housing mix
Single-family share57.5%
Attached-home share7.8%
Multifamily share24.9%
Mobile-home share9.6%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied9,331
Renter-occupied2,212
Vacant units1,655
Home value & age
Median home value$321,000
Owner homes $300k+54.7%
Owner homes $500k+18.4%
Owner homes $750k+8.0%
Median year built1984
Older-home share39.8%
Vehicle context
Households with cars10,485
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 7 hail, 15 wind, and 2 tornado reports in and near Tarpon Springs, FL, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on May 14, 2024.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Tarpon Springs?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Tarpon Springs, FL is 1.00″. It was reported near Tarpon Springs, FL on January 10, 2011.

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

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

I am selling a home in Tarpon Springs — 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 Tarpon Springs address?

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