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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near California, MD

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near California, MD from July 13, 1996 through August 18, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports

Wind Reports

Tornado Reports

Max Hail Size

1.75″

Source NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage California, MD · 1996–present Updated Daily · last Aug 18, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near California, MD

8 reports

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1.25″ hail

May 22, 2025
10:50 PM UTC

Hail report for California, MD

St. Mary's County · 33,775 Homes in County

Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.

NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SE California, MD

1.00″ hail

May 22, 2025
10:50 PM UTC

Hail report for California, MD

St. Mary's County · 33,775 Homes in County

Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail and some smaller stones starting to accumulate on the ground

NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SSE California, MD

1.00″ hail

Apr 1, 2023
11:53 PM UTC

Hail report for California, MD

St. Mary's County · 33,775 Homes in County

Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.

NWS Hail Report Location: 1 WSW California, MD

1.00″ hail

Jul 28, 2021
9:15 PM UTC

Hail report for California, MD

St. Mary's County · 33,775 Homes in County

Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.

NWS Hail Report Location: 1 WNW California, MD

1.75″ hail

Jul 28, 2021
9:08 PM UTC

Hail report for California, MD

St. Mary's County · 33,775 Homes in County

Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.

NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SSW California, MD

1.00″ hail

Jul 28, 2021
9:04 PM UTC

Hail report for California, MD

St. Mary's County · 33,775 Homes in County

Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.

NWS Hail Report Location: 2 W California, MD

0.88″ hail

Jun 2, 2009
5:40 PM EST-5

Hail report for California, MD

St. Mary's County · 33,775 Homes in County

Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail was reported near California.

NWS Hail Report Location: 1.08 E California, MD

0.75″ hail

Jun 2, 2009
5:34 PM EST-5

Hail report for California, MD

St. Mary's County · 33,775 Homes in County

Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail was reported just west of California.

NWS Hail Report Location: 1.63 W California, MD

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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 California, MD

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UNK mph

Aug 18, 2026
1:03 AM UTC

Wind report for California, MD

St. Mary's County · 33,775 Homes in County

Wind Report Description: Tree damage in California_ including trees down along White Oak Parkway.

NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Wnw California, MD

59 mph

Jul 22, 2026
10:14 PM UTC

Wind report for California, MD

St. Mary's County · 33,775 Homes in County

Wind Report Description: A wind gust of 51 knots (59 MPH) was measured by a mesonet on MD-4 at the Patuxent River (MD045).

NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Nne California, MD

UNK mph

Jul 9, 2026
10:44 PM UTC

Wind report for California, MD

St. Mary's County · 33,775 Homes in County

Wind Report Description: Large tree down near the intersection of White Elm Court and Wildewood Parkway.

NWS Wind Report Location: 3 WNW California, MD

UNK mph

Jul 6, 2026
12:53 AM UTC

Wind report for California, MD

St. Mary's County · 33,775 Homes in County

Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down due to thunderstorm winds across the California area of the county.

NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W California, MD

UNK mph

Jul 5, 2026
2:33 PM UTC

Wind report for California, MD

St. Mary's County · 33,775 Homes in County

Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down due to thunderstorm winds across the California area of the county.

NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W California, MD

UNK mph

Jun 15, 2026
12:26 AM UTC

Wind report for California, MD

St. Mary's County · 33,775 Homes in County

Wind Report Description: Tree down onto structure at 45709 Belvoir Rd

NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SSE California, MD

UNK mph

Jul 31, 2024
11:53 PM UTC

Wind report for California, MD

St. Mary's County · 33,775 Homes in County

Wind Report Description: Multiple reports of trees down in California.

NWS Wind Report Location: California, MD

UNK mph

Jun 26, 2024
10:04 PM UTC

Wind report for California, MD

St. Mary's County · 33,775 Homes in County

Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down due to thunderstorm winds along River Road.

NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NE California, MD

UNK mph

Jun 26, 2024
10:04 PM UTC

Wind report for California, MD

St. Mary's County · 33,775 Homes in County

Wind Report Description: Several large trees down snapped midway down the trunk due to thunderstorm winds along Town Creek Drive and East Sunrise Drive.

NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNE California, MD

UNK mph

Jun 26, 2024
9:59 PM UTC

Wind report for California, MD

St. Mary's County · 33,775 Homes in County

Wind Report Description: Delayed Report. Two large trees downed... one onto a shed... and several small trees downed at a property along Barley Court in Lexington Park. Numerous other small and large trees were downed in the Esperanza Farms neighborhood.

NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ENE California, MD

UNK mph

Apr 12, 2024
5:57 AM UTC

Wind report for California, MD

St. Mary's County · 33,775 Homes in County

Wind Report Description: Several power lines and trees down at the intersection of Chancellors Rd and Horsehead Rd.

NWS Wind Report Location: 2 S California, MD

UNK mph

Jul 29, 2023
11:54 PM UTC

Wind report for California, MD

St. Mary's County · 33,775 Homes in County

Wind Report Description: Three reports of downed trees in the California area

NWS Wind Report Location: California, MD

UNK mph

Jul 25, 2022
10:10 PM UTC

Wind report for California, MD

St. Mary's County · 33,775 Homes in County

Wind Report Description: TREE DAMAGE WAS REPORTED IN CALIFORNIA... INCLUDING THREE TREES THAT BLEW DOWN ALONG TOWN CREEK DRIVE.

NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNE California, MD

UNK mph

Jul 14, 2021
10:33 PM UTC

Wind report for California, MD

St. Mary's County · 33,775 Homes in County

Wind Report Description: NUMEROUS TREES DOWN ON THREE NOTCH ROAD BETWEEN FIRST COLONY BLVD AND CHANCELLORS RUN ROAD.

NWS Wind Report Location: California, MD

UNK mph

Jul 14, 2021
10:24 PM UTC

Wind report for California, MD

St. Mary's County · 33,775 Homes in County

Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN ON WOODLAWN DRIVE.

NWS Wind Report Location: California, MD

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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 California, MD

3 reports

UNK category

Aug 4, 2020
10:46 AM UTC

Tornado report for California, MD

St. Mary's County · 33,775 Homes in County

Tornado Report Description: MULTIPLE TREES REPORTED DOWN ALONG WITH DAMAGE TO HOUSE.

NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 S California, MD

F1 category

Jul 14, 2004
3:50 PM EST

Tornado report for California, MD

St. Mary's County · 33,775 Homes in County

Tornado Report Description: A tornado touched down just northwest of California and traveled east southeast. The tornado uprooted,snapped and twisted many medium and large trees. Maximum wind speeds were estimated at 80 mph.

NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 NW California, MD

F1 category

Jul 13, 1996
12:45 AM EST

Tornado report for California, MD

St. Mary's County · 33,775 Homes in County

Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.

NWS Tornado Report Location: California, MD

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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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California, MD area census snapshot

People & households

Population13,223

Households5,132

Housing units5,526

Income

Median household income$112,717

$100k+ households59.3%

$150k+ households29.2%

Housing stock

Single-family detached3,951

Attached single-family772

Small multifamily178

Large multifamily612

Mobile homes13

Housing mix

Single-family share71.5%

Attached-home share14.0%

Multifamily share14.3%

Mobile-home share0.2%

Ownership & occupancy

Owner-occupied3,266

Renter-occupied1,866

Vacant units394

Home value & age

Median home value$337,900

Owner homes $300k+61.9%

Owner homes $500k+16.8%

Owner homes $750k+9.6%

Median year built1994

Older-home share25.3%

Vehicle context

Households with cars5,047

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Frequently asked questions

for homeowners, buyers & sellers

How many hail, wind, and tornado reports does California have on record?

Our records show 8 hail, 31 wind, and 3 tornado reports in and near California, MD, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 18, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in California?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near California, MD is 1.75″. It was reported near California, MD on July 28, 2021.

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

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

I am selling a home in California — 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 California address?

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

Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near California, MD

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