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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Lavonia, GA

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Lavonia, GA from June 5, 1973 through August 2, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Hail Reports
4
Wind Reports
29
Tornado Reports
0
Max Hail Size
0.88″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Lavonia, GA · 1973–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 2, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Lavonia, GA

4 reports
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0.88″ hail
Jul 7, 2008
5:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for Lavonia, GA
Franklin County · 6,718 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail was reported near the intersection of Hillshore Rd and Lake View Dr.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6.04 N Lavonia, GA
0.88″ hail
May 9, 2004
5:40 PM EST
Hail report for Lavonia, GA
Franklin County · 6,718 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SW Lavonia, GA
0.75″ hail
Jul 3, 2001
5:05 PM EST
Hail report for Lavonia, GA
Franklin County · 6,718 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Dime-sized hail reported at Interstate 85 exit number 173.
NWS Hail Report Location: Lavonia, GA
0.75″ hail
Apr 8, 1999
3:30 PM EST
Hail report for Lavonia, GA
Franklin County · 6,718 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Lavonia, GA
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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 Lavonia, GA

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UNK mph
Aug 2, 2026
8:00 PM UTC
Wind report for Lavonia, GA
Franklin County · 6,718 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down on roads.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Se Lavonia, GA
UNK mph
Jun 17, 2025
11:54 PM UTC
Wind report for Lavonia, GA
Franklin County · 6,718 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down in Lavonia.
NWS Wind Report Location: Lavonia, GA
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
8:18 PM UTC
Wind report for Lavonia, GA
Franklin County · 6,718 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 Call Center reports tree down on house near Augusta Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: Lavonia, GA
UNK mph
Apr 14, 2019
5:42 PM UTC
Wind report for Lavonia, GA
Franklin County · 6,718 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MANY TREES AND POWERLINES BLOWN DOWN. ONE TREE DOWN ON HOUSE.
NWS Wind Report Location: Lavonia, GA
63 mph
Jul 14, 2015
6:17 PM EST-5
Wind report for Lavonia, GA
Franklin County · 6,718 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: County comms reported multiple trees down, especially along Poplar Springs Rd in the extreme northeast part of the county.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5.79 NNW Lavonia, GA
58 mph
Jun 2, 2013
4:44 PM EST-5
Wind report for Lavonia, GA
Franklin County · 6,718 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees were blown down in the area near Gerrard Rd and highway 328.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.38 N Lavonia, GA
58 mph
May 22, 2013
4:45 PM EST-5
Wind report for Lavonia, GA
Franklin County · 6,718 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple large tree limbs were blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.15 SSW Lavonia Muni Arpt, GA
58 mph
Aug 8, 2011
3:25 PM EST-5
Wind report for Lavonia, GA
Franklin County · 6,718 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Two trees were blown down on highway 328 in the northeast corner of the county.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5.79 NNW Lavonia, GA
58 mph
Aug 6, 2010
3:00 PM EST-5
Wind report for Lavonia, GA
Franklin County · 6,718 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was blown down on Rainbow Dr in Lavonia.
NWS Wind Report Location: .86 NNW Lavonia, GA
63 mph
Jun 29, 2010
1:05 PM EST-5
Wind report for Lavonia, GA
Franklin County · 6,718 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees were blown down in extreme northern Franklin County. Affected roads incldued Laurel Circle and Mountain View Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6.24 N Lavonia, GA
63 mph
Jun 11, 2009
3:10 PM EST-5
Wind report for Lavonia, GA
Franklin County · 6,718 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Three trees were blown down and a carport was damaged.
NWS Wind Report Location: .54 NW Lavonia, GA
58 mph
Aug 5, 2007
2:20 PM EST-5
Wind report for Lavonia, GA
Franklin County · 6,718 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree blown down on highway 59 in Lavonia, and another down on Clarks Creek Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Lavonia, GA
58 mph
Jul 1, 2007
2:30 PM EST-5
Wind report for Lavonia, GA
Franklin County · 6,718 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was blown down on Clark���s Creek Rd and another was blown down on Stone Bridge Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.5 SW Lavonia, GA
63 mph
May 21, 2006
1:00 PM EST
Wind report for Lavonia, GA
Franklin County · 6,718 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Roof blown off of a shed.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 W Lavonia, GA
58 mph
Aug 18, 2005
8:01 PM EST
Wind report for Lavonia, GA
Franklin County · 6,718 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down across several roads in and around Lavonia.
NWS Wind Report Location: Lavonia, GA
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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 Lavonia, GA

0 reports

No tornado reports were found for this selection.

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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

Lavonia, GA area census snapshot

People & households
Population2,508
Households891
Housing units1,106
Income
Median household income$34,526
$100k+ households15.9%
$150k+ households2.1%
Housing stock
Single-family detached674
Attached single-family11
Small multifamily140
Large multifamily59
Mobile homes222
Housing mix
Single-family share60.9%
Attached-home share1.0%
Multifamily share18.0%
Mobile-home share20.1%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied495
Renter-occupied396
Vacant units215
Home value & age
Median home value$173,600
Owner homes $300k+15.6%
Owner homes $500k+9.3%
Owner homes $750k+--
Median year built1975
Older-home share54.6%
Vehicle context
Households with cars851
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 4 hail, 29 wind, and 0 tornado reports in and near Lavonia, GA, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 2, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Lavonia?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Lavonia, GA is 0.88″. It was reported near Lavonia, GA on July 7, 2008.

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

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

I am selling a home in Lavonia — 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 Lavonia address?

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