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

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Montrose, GA from March 21, 1974 through August 8, 2023, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
4
Wind Reports
17
Tornado Reports
1
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Montrose, GA · 1974–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 8, 2023

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Montrose, GA

4 reports
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1.00″ hail
Apr 25, 2015
5:10 PM EST-5
Hail report for Montrose, GA
Laurens County · 13,920 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Fire Department in Montrose reported quarter size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: .01 NNE Montrose, GA
0.75″ hail
Jun 5, 2007
3:02 PM EST-5
Hail report for Montrose, GA
Laurens County · 13,920 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported penny-sized hail in the Montrose area.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Montrose, GA
0.75″ hail
Jun 21, 2001
1:30 PM EST
Hail report for Montrose, GA
Laurens County · 13,920 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported dime size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: Montrose, GA
1.75″ hail
Jun 1, 1997
6:55 PM EST
Hail report for Montrose, GA
Laurens County · 13,920 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Montrose, 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 Montrose, GA

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UNK mph
Aug 8, 2023
10:20 PM UTC
Wind report for Montrose, GA
Laurens County · 13,920 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree Down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 SW Chappells Mill, GA
UNK mph
Aug 8, 2023
10:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Montrose, GA
Laurens County · 13,920 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Powerlines Down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NE Montrose, GA
UNK mph
Aug 8, 2023
10:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Montrose, GA
Laurens County · 13,920 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree Down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NE Montrose, GA
UNK mph
Jan 2, 2022
9:55 PM UTC
Wind report for Montrose, GA
Laurens County · 13,920 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES AND POWERLINES REPORTED DOWN ALONG OLD MACON RD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SW Chappells Mill, GA
UNK mph
Oct 10, 2021
5:49 AM UTC
Wind report for Montrose, GA
Laurens County · 13,920 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ESE Montrose, GA
UNK mph
Oct 10, 2021
5:49 AM UTC
Wind report for Montrose, GA
Laurens County · 13,920 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN.
NWS Wind Report Location: Montrose, GA
UNK mph
Jun 12, 2021
10:10 PM UTC
Wind report for Montrose, GA
Laurens County · 13,920 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SEVERAL REPORTS OF TREES DOWN BETWEEN MONTROSE AND DUDLEY... NEAR PAYNE COOK ROAD AND HWY 26. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SE Montrose, GA
58 mph
May 25, 2014
9:48 PM EST-5
Wind report for Montrose, GA
Laurens County · 13,920 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The Laurens County 911 Center reported that trees were blown down near Montrose.
NWS Wind Report Location: .69 N Montrose, GA
70 mph
Nov 16, 2011
4:32 PM EST-5
Wind report for Montrose, GA
Laurens County · 13,920 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The Laurens County 911 Center reported that several trees were down across the far northern part of the county. Amateur radio operators reported that the roof was torn off a barn and a grain elevator was flipped over between Dublin and the Wilkinson/Johnson county line as well.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Montrose, GA
58 mph
Mar 9, 2011
2:24 PM EST-5
Wind report for Montrose, GA
Laurens County · 13,920 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The Laurens County 911 Center reported that up to a dozen trees and five power lines were down across the western part of the county from Montrose, to Dudley, and Dexter. Three trees were down on the eastbound side of Interstate-16 near mile marker 42.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 W Montrose, GA
58 mph
Jul 31, 2010
1:00 PM EST-5
Wind report for Montrose, GA
Laurens County · 13,920 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The Laurens County Emergency Management Director reported that up to 10 trees were down across the county. Most of the trees were down across the southern half of the county from Dexter to Rentz. A few trees were also down in East Dublin.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Montrose, GA
60 mph
May 21, 2010
6:01 PM EST-5
Wind report for Montrose, GA
Laurens County · 13,920 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The Laurens County 911 Center reported that at least two dozen trees had been blown down across the county.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 W Montrose, GA
58 mph
Jun 18, 2009
2:20 AM EST-5
Wind report for Montrose, GA
Laurens County · 13,920 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The Laurens County 911 Center reported that at least 10 trees were down, scattered about the county.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Montrose, GA
64 mph
May 11, 2008
5:32 AM EST-5
Wind report for Montrose, GA
Laurens County · 13,920 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A damage survey conducted by the National Weather Service in Peachtree City, Georgia and additional information received from the Laurens County Emergency Management Director concluded that extensive straight-line wind damage affected nearly all of Laurens county in addition to three separate tornadoes that tracked across the county, two in the north and one in the southeast part of the county. Numerous trees and power lines were downed throughout the county, but especially the northern sections.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Montrose, GA
58 mph
Jul 20, 2007
3:12 PM EST-5
Wind report for Montrose, GA
Laurens County · 13,920 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The Laurens County 911 Center reported that over a dozen trees and several power lines were down throughout the county.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Montrose, 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 Montrose, GA

1 reports
UNK category
Apr 6, 2022
11:52 PM UTC
Tornado report for Montrose, GA
Laurens County · 13,920 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A QLCS EF1 TORNADO FORMED IN SOUTHERN LAURENS COUNTY... MOVING ESE THROUGH A HEAVILY WOODED REGION. 2 LARGE GRAIN BINS WERE DENTED... NUMEROUS TREES WERE SNAPPED OR UPROOTED... A HOME SUSTAINED ROOF DAMAGE AND A SMALL SHED WAS DESTROYED ALONG THE 4.9 MILE PATH.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 NNE Rebie, GA
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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

Montrose, GA area census snapshot

People & households
Population291
Households94
Housing units110
Income
Median household income$67,292
$100k+ households43.6%
$150k+ households23.4%
Housing stock
Single-family detached45
Attached single-family0
Small multifamily0
Large multifamily0
Mobile homes65
Housing mix
Single-family share40.9%
Attached-home share--
Multifamily share--
Mobile-home share59.1%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied83
Renter-occupied11
Vacant units16
Home value & age
Median home value--
Owner homes $300k+16.9%
Owner homes $500k+13.3%
Owner homes $750k+1.2%
Median year built1995
Older-home share15.5%
Vehicle context
Households with cars93
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 4 hail, 17 wind, and 1 tornado reports in and near Montrose, GA, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 8, 2023.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Montrose?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Montrose, GA is 1.75″. It was reported near Montrose, GA on June 1, 1997.

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

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

I am selling a home in Montrose — 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 Montrose address?

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