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

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Thomaston, GA from July 15, 1956 through May 18, 2025, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 30286 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
35
Wind Reports
61
Tornado Reports
4
Max Hail Size
2.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Thomaston, GA · 1956–present Updated  Daily · last May 18, 2025

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Thomaston, GA

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1.00″ hail
Sep 22, 2017
10:05 PM UTC
Hail report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PUBLIC REPORTS OF MARBLE- TO QUARTER-SIZED HAIL IN THOMASTON
NWS Hail Report Location: Thomaston, GA
0.75″ hail
Apr 25, 2011
1:05 PM EST-5
Hail report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public observed penny-sized hail near Thomaston.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 S Thomaston, GA
0.75″ hail
Apr 15, 2011
7:30 PM EST-5
Hail report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: An amateur radio operator relayed a report of penny-sized hail in the far western portion of Upson county, just north of Sprewell Bluff State Park. WSR-88D radar data suggests that hail of similar size likely fell across much of the county from this point east-northeast to the Lamar county line northeast of The Rock.
NWS Hail Report Location: 9 W Thomaston, GA
1.00″ hail
Mar 27, 2011
2:41 AM EST-5
Hail report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Amateur radio operators relayed reports of quarter-sized hail from Thomaston to just east of Thomaston.
NWS Hail Report Location: .5 W Thomaston, GA
0.88″ hail
Mar 28, 2010
6:40 PM EST-5
Hail report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Upson County Emergency Management Director reported that dime to nickel-sized hail covered the ground at many locations across the county from southwest of Thomaston to The Rock. The most significant reports of hail were received from the northeast part of the county between Thomaston and The Rock.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 SW Thomaston, GA
0.75″ hail
Feb 22, 2010
5:15 AM EST-5
Hail report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported penny-sized hail in the Thomaston area.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 W Thomaston, GA
0.75″ hail
May 6, 2009
3:44 PM EST-5
Hail report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public observed penny-sized hail in Thomaston and on the south side of Thomaston at the Raintree Golf Course.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Thomaston, GA
0.88″ hail
May 20, 2008
8:55 PM EST-5
Hail report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Upson County Emergency Management Director reported nickel-sized hail at the Thomaston-Upson county airport northeast of Thomaston. Radar supported that hail of penny to nickel-size likely fell from here east-southeastward toward Yatesville.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 NE Thomaston, GA
0.88″ hail
Feb 26, 2008
8:41 AM EST-5
Hail report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Upson County Emergency Management Director observed nickel-sized hail four miles east of Thomaston, while the public reported penny-sized hail in downtown Thomaston and pea-sized hail five miles southwest of Thomaston.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Thomaston, GA
0.75″ hail
Jul 1, 2007
7:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public observed penny-sized hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 W Thomaston, GA
1.00″ hail
Jun 12, 2007
9:20 PM EST-5
Hail report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Upson County Emergency Management Director observed quarter-sized hail in Thomaston. A storm spotter reported nickel-sized hail on the east side of Thomaston. The same spotter also estimated that wind gusts in the area were between 50 and 60 mph.
NWS Hail Report Location: E Thomaston, GA
1.00″ hail
Jul 1, 2006
6:30 PM EST
Hail report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Reports of hail, ranging in size from pennies to quarters, were received from the public in the Thomaston area. The Upson County Emergency Management Director reported nickel-sized hail from just southeast to 2 miles north of Thomaston.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 N Thomaston, GA
0.88″ hail
Mar 31, 2005
8:40 AM EST
Hail report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported nickel-sized hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: Thomaston, GA
0.75″ hail
Mar 31, 2005
2:50 AM EST
Hail report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Upson County 911 Center reported penny-sized hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 W Thomaston, GA
0.75″ hail
Aug 7, 2003
8:25 PM EST
Hail report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Upson county 911 center reported penny-sized hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 WSW Thomaston, 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 Thomaston, GA

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UNK mph
May 18, 2025
2:05 PM UTC
Wind report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Power lines down near intersection of Gordon School and Indian Trail Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 S Thomaston, GA
UNK mph
May 18, 2025
2:05 PM UTC
Wind report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Power poles and lines down along Carter Loop in city of Thomaston.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSW Thomaston, GA
UNK mph
Feb 16, 2025
10:10 AM UTC
Wind report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: HAM radio operator reports multiple trees down in the area of Kingston Rd and South Green Street.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SW Thomaston, GA
UNK mph
Jun 26, 2023
12:21 AM UTC
Wind report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 1 N Thomaston. Nearly a dozen trees reported down in the town of Thomaston. Report locations incl: Mulberry St... Cobbtown Rd... B St... S St... Wilson Way... poplar Dr... Nelson Dr... and Triune Mill Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Thomaston, GA
UNK mph
Apr 5, 2022
6:23 PM UTC
Wind report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: LARGE TREE DOWNED ACROSS GA 74 W AT POTATO CREEK BRIDGE
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WNW Thomaston, GA
UNK mph
Apr 13, 2020
6:25 AM UTC
Wind report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES AND POWERLINES REPORTED DOWN AT THE INTERSECTION OF HWY 74 AND TRICE ROADS
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E Thomaston, GA
UNK mph
Jan 11, 2020
10:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: DOWNED TREE ON GA 74 EASTBOUND AT PARKWAY DRIVE BLOCKED ALL LANES.
NWS Wind Report Location: Thomaston, GA
UNK mph
Jun 22, 2019
11:35 PM UTC
Wind report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE BLOCKING A PORTION OF R STREET NW IN THOMASTON.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NNW Thomaston, GA
UNK mph
Jun 18, 2019
9:06 PM UTC
Wind report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A TREE WAS REPORTED DOWN ON TRICE CEMETARY ROAD JUST NORTH OF SMITH ROAD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NW Redbone Crossroads, GA
UNK mph
Jun 18, 2019
9:06 PM UTC
Wind report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A TREE WAS REPORTED DOWN ON WORTHY ROAD. REPORTS OF POWER OUTAGES IN THE AREA.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Redbone Crossroads, GA
UNK mph
Nov 7, 2018
9:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN ON E MAIN ST NEAR DOWNTOWN
NWS Wind Report Location: Thomaston, GA
UNK mph
Jun 28, 2018
6:01 PM UTC
Wind report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A TREE WAS REPORTED DOWN IN THE ROADWAY BLOCKING BOTH LANES ON HIGHWAY 36 AT ANTLER ROAD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ESE Sunnyside, GA
UNK mph
Jun 28, 2018
5:42 PM UTC
Wind report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A TREE WAS REPORTED DOWN IN THE ROADWAY BLOCKING ALL LANES ON HIGHWAY 74 AT MILE MARKER 10.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ENE Thomaston, GA
UNK mph
Jun 4, 2018
1:24 AM UTC
Wind report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A TREE WAS REPORTED DOWN ON TRICE ROAD NEAR HIGHWAY 74.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E Thomaston, GA
UNK mph
Jun 4, 2018
1:18 AM UTC
Wind report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A TREE WAS REPORTED DOWN ON OLD ALABAMA ROAD.
NWS Wind Report Location: Thomaston, 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 Thomaston, GA

4 reports
UNK category
Apr 15, 2020
6:19 AM UTC
Tornado report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: THIS IS AN EF3 TORNADO WITH WINDS OF 140MPH. THIS TORNADO DEVELOPED NEAR GORDON SCHOOL ROAD AND INCREASED IN INTENSITY AS IT MOVED NORTHEASTWARD. IT HIT THE CRESCENT TECHNICAL COLLEGE AND RAINTREE GOLF COURSE WITH WINDS OF 70 TO 85 MPH. AS THE TORNADO MOVED ALONG TRINITY ROAD... IT REACHED MAXIUM INTENSITY AND BLEW OFF MOST OF THE ROOF OF A SINGLE STORY HOME.EVERY TREE WITHIN A 1/8 MILE RADIUS OF THE HOME WAS SNAPPED. IN TOTAL... 159 STRUCTURES WERE AFFECTED... 38 HOMES HAD MINOR DAMAGE... 20 WITH MAJOR
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 S Thomaston, GA
EF0 category
Nov 23, 2014
4:20 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A NWS storm survey team found that an EF-2 tornado, with maximum wind speeds of 130 MPH, touched down in Upson County on the west side of Thomaston around the intersection of State Highway 74 and W. Main Street. The tornado tracked northeast around 8.5 miles mile before crossing into Lamar County near north of Mud Bridge Road and Rocky bottom Road. Numerous hardwood and softwood trees were uprooted or snapped along the path of the tornado. The tornado reached its peak intensity northwest of Thomaston where it moved through a residential subdivision at Del Ray Road and Tyler Lane. A small residential leasing office was destroyed at this location with the exterior walls blown away. [11/23/14: Tornado #5, County #1-2, EF2, Upson-Lamar, 2014:022].
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 N Birdsong Xrds, GA
F1 category
Mar 21, 1980
12:45 AM CST
Tornado report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, GA
F2 category
Jan 11, 1963
5:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Thomaston, GA
Upson County · 9,158 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, 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

Thomaston, GA area census snapshot

People & households
Population9,798
Households3,809
Housing units4,646
Income
Median household income$36,571
$100k+ households19.5%
$150k+ households6.9%
Housing stock
Single-family detached3,036
Attached single-family0
Small multifamily1,323
Large multifamily229
Mobile homes58
Housing mix
Single-family share65.4%
Attached-home share--
Multifamily share33.4%
Mobile-home share1.3%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied1,408
Renter-occupied2,401
Vacant units837
Home value & age
Median home value$146,100
Owner homes $300k+18.8%
Owner homes $500k+3.6%
Owner homes $750k+--
Median year built1964
Older-home share63.1%
Vehicle context
Households with cars2,852
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 35 hail, 61 wind, and 4 tornado reports in and near Thomaston, GA, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on May 18, 2025.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Thomaston?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Thomaston, GA is 2.00″. It was reported near Thomaston, GA on June 7, 1974.

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

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

I am selling a home in Thomaston — 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 Thomaston address?

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