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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Jackson, KY

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Jackson, KY from January 21, 1959 through August 22, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
89
Wind Reports
346
Tornado Reports
4
Max Hail Size
2.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Jackson, KY · 1959–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 22, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Jackson, KY

30 reports
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2.75″ hail
May 16, 2025
5:03 PM UTC
Hail report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Photos of two hailstones with diameter greater than 2 inches. Largest stone appears to be 2.75 inches or larger.
NWS Hail Report Location: Lost Creek, KY
2.00″ hail
May 16, 2025
3:00 PM UTC
Hail report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Photo via social media of 2.00 to 2.50-inch diameter hail. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: Ned, KY
2.00″ hail
May 16, 2025
2:58 PM UTC
Hail report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Photo shared via social media of multiple hail stones of at least 2 inch diameter.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NE Ned, KY
1.00″ hail
May 9, 2025
12:00 AM UTC
Hail report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Social media report of hail along Riley Branch road... near Flint Ridge Cemetery. Mostly smaller stones... but a couple of quarters mixed in. Time provided by reporter... corroborated via radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 ENE Flintville, KY
1.00″ hail
Apr 15, 2025
12:32 AM UTC
Hail report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter sized hail was reported about 3 miles on KY 476 from KY 15.
NWS Hail Report Location: Clayhole, KY
1.25″ hail
Apr 14, 2025
11:32 PM UTC
Hail report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A public report of half dollar sized hail with picture was received. The event time is radar estimated.
NWS Hail Report Location: Vancleve, KY
1.25″ hail
May 19, 2022
11:47 PM UTC
Hail report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PICTURE ON SOCIAL MEDIA SHOWS HALF DOLLAR SIZE HAIL ALONG LAKESIDE DRIVE.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 N Jackson, KY
1.50″ hail
May 19, 2022
11:45 PM UTC
Hail report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PING PONG BALL SIZED HAIL REPORTED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA. TIME CONFIRMED VIA RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 W Jackson, KY
1.50″ hail
May 19, 2022
11:45 PM UTC
Hail report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PICTURES ON SOCIAL MEDIA SHOW UP TO PING PONG BALL SIZE HAIL IN THE VICINITY OF FIRE STATION DRIVE.
NWS Hail Report Location: Jackson, KY
1.00″ hail
May 19, 2022
11:45 PM UTC
Hail report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PICTURE ON SOCIAL MEDIA SHOWS QUARTER-SIZED HAIL ALONG HIGHLAND AVENUE.
NWS Hail Report Location: Jackson, KY
2.00″ hail
May 19, 2022
11:44 PM UTC
Hail report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PICTURES ON SOCIAL MEDIA SHOW APPROXIMATELY 2 INCH HAIL ALONG KY-30 WEST BETWEEN WHITE PINE AND MULBERRY LANES. HAIL DAMAGE TO MULTIPLE VEHICLES WAS REPORTED.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SSE Elkatawa, KY
1.25″ hail
May 19, 2022
11:43 PM UTC
Hail report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HALF DOLLAR SIZED HAIL NEAR THE HAPPY CHURCH OFF OF QUICKSAND RD.
NWS Hail Report Location: Dumont, KY
2.00″ hail
May 19, 2022
11:40 PM UTC
Hail report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: CORRECTS PREVIOUS HAIL REPORT FROM 1 W JACKSON. GOLF BALL TO EGG-SIZED HAIL REPORTED IN THE VICINITY OF JACKSON ACE HARDWARE. PICTURE SENT TO THE OFFICE. TIME CONFIRMED VIA RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 W Jackson, KY
1.00″ hail
May 19, 2022
11:40 PM UTC
Hail report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PICTURE ON SOCIAL MEDIA SHOWED QUARTER-SIZE HAIL ALONG BELCHER FORK-PUNCHEON RD.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 S Elkatawa, KY
1.25″ hail
May 19, 2022
11:30 PM UTC
Hail report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PICTURE ON SOCIAL MEDIA SHOW HALF DOLLAR SIZE HAILSTONE ALONG KY-30 WEST IN THE VICINITY OF THE SHOULDERBLADE COMMUNITY. HAIL DAMAGE TO A VEHICLE WAS REPORTED.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 ESE Guerrant, KY
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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 Jackson, KY

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UNK mph
Aug 22, 2026
11:08 PM UTC
Wind report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was blown down onto the roadway at 1065 Lower River Caney Rd Lost Ck. The event time is radar estimated.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Wolf Coal, KY
UNK mph
Aug 22, 2026
11:05 PM UTC
Wind report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was blown down onto KY 1933 about one half of a mile from the intersection with KY 1110. The event time is radar estimated.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Nnw Bush Branch, KY
UNK mph
Aug 22, 2026
11:02 PM UTC
Wind report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Breathitt County State Highway Garage reported a tree blown down along KY 1933 between MM 0 and MM 1.
NWS Wind Report Location: Talbert, KY
UNK mph
Aug 22, 2026
11:00 PM UTC
Wind report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Breathitt County State Garage reported 7 or 8 trees blown down along KY 3237 between MM 4 and MM 6.
NWS Wind Report Location: Canoe, KY
UNK mph
Aug 22, 2026
10:52 PM UTC
Wind report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was reported down on powerlines on KY 30 near Jetts Creek Rd. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Sw Turkey, KY
UNK mph
Aug 17, 2026
2:17 AM UTC
Wind report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 call that a tree has landed on powerlines. Caller advises that if the water rises anymore it would take them underwater.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Wsw Nws Office/Julian, KY
UNK mph
Aug 17, 2026
2:11 AM UTC
Wind report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 call reports a tree has fallen on a power line and both are on fire.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Sw Inverness, KY
UNK mph
Aug 17, 2026
2:01 AM UTC
Wind report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Public report of powerlines down on a home near the 10 block of Little Leatherwood Rd and the intersection with Leatherwood Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 S Watts, KY
UNK mph
Aug 17, 2026
1:58 AM UTC
Wind report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 dispatch report of an electrical pole down in the roadway.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Sw Paxton, KY
UNK mph
Aug 17, 2026
1:50 AM UTC
Wind report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 Dispatch reporting trees down on Road 3237 about 1 mile from Hwy110. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Sw Saldee, KY
UNK mph
Aug 17, 2026
1:25 AM UTC
Wind report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Social media video of multiple trees snapped and knocked over between the intersections of KY-1812 / KY-1419 and KY-1812 / KY-205. House sustained roof damage. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Ssw Paxton, KY
UNK mph
Aug 17, 2026
1:25 AM UTC
Wind report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Social media photo of tree down and damage to a roof near the intersection of KY-205 and KY-1812. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Wilhurst, KY
UNK mph
Aug 13, 2026
11:55 PM UTC
Wind report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous non-tstm wnd dmg report from Dumont. Report of 2 trees down at this location via social media.
NWS Wind Report Location: Dumont, KY
UNK mph
Aug 11, 2026
11:05 PM UTC
Wind report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple houses with large trees down in the vicinity of 188 Oakwood Drive along with power poles snapped.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Fivemile, KY
UNK mph
Aug 11, 2026
10:49 PM UTC
Wind report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Social media post showing some sort of outbuilding blown over.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Se Guerrant, KY
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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 Jackson, KY

4 reports
UNK category
Mar 1, 2017
2:10 PM UTC
Tornado report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: POSSIBLE TORNADO IN JACKSON.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Jackson, KY
F0 category
May 31, 2004
1:04 AM EST
Tornado report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An F0 tornado, embedded within straight-line wind, touched down briefly.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 N Dalesburg, KY
F1 category
Feb 22, 2003
4:09 PM EST
Tornado report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A large swath of downburst winds, nearly 450 yards wide, swept through the damaged area. Embedded in these winds was an F1 tornado, with winds between 100 and 112 mile per hour. At least five trailer homes were completely destroyed along with several other structures including tobacco barns and outbuildings. Twelve cars were also destroyed in a car lot. Numerous trees were down or uprooted. Two people died as a result of injuries from their mobile homes being tossed off of the ground.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 W Oakdale, KY
F0 category
Mar 29, 2002
6:45 PM EST
Tornado report for Jackson, KY
Breathitt County · 3,305 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An F0 tornado briefly touched down and ripped off a portion of tin roofing of a house.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Haddix, KY
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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

Jackson, KY area census snapshot

People & households
Population2,128
Households1,081
Housing units1,317
Income
Median household income$34,317
$100k+ households22.9%
$150k+ households2.9%
Housing stock
Single-family detached667
Attached single-family0
Small multifamily261
Large multifamily65
Mobile homes324
Housing mix
Single-family share50.7%
Attached-home share--
Multifamily share24.8%
Mobile-home share24.6%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied610
Renter-occupied471
Vacant units236
Home value & age
Median home value$75,900
Owner homes $300k+3.8%
Owner homes $500k+3.0%
Owner homes $750k+2.0%
Median year built1980
Older-home share49.7%
Vehicle context
Households with cars893
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 89 hail, 346 wind, and 4 tornado reports in and near Jackson, KY, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 22, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Jackson?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Jackson, KY is 2.75″. It was reported near Lost Creek, KY on May 16, 2025.

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

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

I am selling a home in Jackson — 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 Jackson address?

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