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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in Washington County, MD

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports across Washington County, MD from May 30, 1956 through September 2, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 55401 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
115
Wind Reports
469
Tornado Reports
15
Max Hail Size
4.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Washington County, MD · 1956–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 2, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in Washington County

30 reports
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0.75″ hail
Aug 27, 2026
8:47 PM UTC
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Hail Report Description: Dime size hail in Williamsport
NWS Hail Report Location: Williamsport, MD
1.00″ hail
Jul 28, 2026
7:36 PM UTC
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Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail
NWS Hail Report Location: Halfway, MD
1.00″ hail
Apr 1, 2026
10:56 PM UTC
Hail report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 W Halfway, MD
1.25″ hail
May 29, 2024
9:30 PM UTC
Hail report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail up to half dollar size was reported between Clear Spring and Hagerstown.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 WSW Halfway, MD
1.00″ hail
Sep 7, 2023
5:45 PM UTC
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Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Wind-driven quarter size hail and measured wind gusts of over 65 knots (75 MPH) were reported by a spotter on Falling Waters Road in Williamsport. The wind and hail tore off siding and shingles... and caused damage to vehicles and air conditioners on the property. Numerous trees and several poles blew down in the area... as well.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 E Falling Waters, MD
2.00″ hail
Aug 7, 2023
7:39 PM UTC
Hail report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Delayed hail report from storm chaser
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SE Smithsburg, MD
2.00″ hail
Aug 7, 2023
7:32 PM UTC
Hail report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reports 2 inch hail near Smithsburg... and stated the hail had melted some before being measured. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: Smithsburg, MD
1.50″ hail
Aug 7, 2023
7:20 PM UTC
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Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 ESE Funkstown, MD
1.00″ hail
Aug 7, 2023
7:17 PM UTC
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Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 WNW Long Meadow, MD
1.00″ hail
Aug 7, 2023
7:15 PM UTC
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Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SW Hagerstown, MD
1.75″ hail
Aug 7, 2023
7:14 PM UTC
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Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SE Funkstown, MD
1.00″ hail
Aug 7, 2023
7:14 PM UTC
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Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NW Hagerstown, MD
2.00″ hail
Aug 7, 2023
7:00 PM UTC
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Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reports 2 inch hail in Williamsport. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: Williamsport, MD
1.00″ hail
Aug 7, 2023
6:25 PM UTC
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Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter sized hail observed at Hagerstown Regional Airport.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NW Long Meadow, MD
2.00″ hail
Aug 7, 2023
5:58 PM UTC
Hail report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Delayed hail report from storm chaser
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 E Clear Spring, 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 Washington County

30 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 2, 2026
4:34 PM UTC
Wind report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Wires down in the 17700 block of Mondell Rd
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Sharpsburg, MD
UNK mph
Sep 2, 2026
4:34 PM UTC
Wind report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was down on wires along Mapleville Road at Mount Aetna Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 Se Bridgeport, MD
UNK mph
Sep 2, 2026
4:26 PM UTC
Wind report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was down along eastbound MD-66 at Republican Avenue.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Ssw Smithsburg, MD
UNK mph
Sep 2, 2026
4:22 PM UTC
Wind report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Wires down in the 20000 block of Tillman Ave
NWS Wind Report Location: Bridgeport, MD
UNK mph
Aug 27, 2026
10:16 PM UTC
Wind report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees and wires down along Gapland Rd
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Ese Gapland, MD
UNK mph
Aug 27, 2026
10:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees and wires down along Townsend Rd
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Ne Gapland, MD
UNK mph
Aug 27, 2026
9:55 PM UTC
Wind report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on MD-632 Downsville Pike/Dam Number 5 Rd at Spielman Rd
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Wnw Fairplay, MD
UNK mph
Aug 27, 2026
9:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees and wires down along Burnside Bridge Rd
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Se Sharpsburg, MD
UNK mph
Jul 28, 2026
8:35 PM UTC
Wind report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees and wires down south of Hagerstown.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 Sse Funkstown, MD
UNK mph
Jul 28, 2026
8:28 PM UTC
Wind report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A number of reported trees down around Sandy Hook_ MD
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E Harpers Ferry, MD
UNK mph
Jul 28, 2026
7:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree fell onto a Car around the 200 block of Mealey Parkway.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Ne Hagerstown, MD
UNK mph
Jul 4, 2026
9:58 PM UTC
Wind report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees blew down on MD-63 Spielman Road at Bakersville Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W Fairplay, MD
UNK mph
Jun 14, 2026
10:20 PM UTC
Wind report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and wires down at Cove Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SW Clear Spring, MD
UNK mph
Jun 14, 2026
10:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and wires down near Mercersburg Road and Faith Road. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NNE Clear Spring, MD
UNK mph
Jun 14, 2026
10:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and wires down near Lanes Run Road and Indian Springs Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 E Pecktonville, 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 Washington County

15 reports
UNK category
Jun 5, 2024
9:42 PM UTC
Tornado report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Trained spotter video shows a tornado over an open field between 5:42 and 5:45 PM just south of Boonsboro.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 SSW Boonsboro, MD
EF1 category
May 17, 2011
7:10 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Numerous snapped and uprooted trees continued along a track from near the intersection of Wellspring Road and Jennifer Lane to near the intersection of Greencastle Pike and Cearfoss Pike. Several Sheds and Outbuildings were overturned or destroyed. A garage door was blown inward on a detached garage, leading to the failure of the roof structure. ||Numerous hardwood and softwood trees were snapped by Garden View Road, Maugansville Road and Cearfoss Pike. A recreational vehicle was blown onto its side and moved forty-five feet into a neighboring yard. Shingle damage was very common. A stone 19th-century home suffured a roof uplift.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .17 ENE Maugansville, MD
F0 category
Sep 17, 2004
7:37 PM EST
Tornado report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A weak tornado moved out of Morgan County, West Virginia. The tornado downed trees in remote areas just east of Hancock.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Hancock, MD
F0 category
Sep 17, 2004
5:25 PM EST
Tornado report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A thunderstorm moved out of Frederick County into Washington County. This thunderstorm produced an F0 tornado near Boonsboro. The storm felled trees in Boonsboro, and the trees damaged five homes.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Boonsboro, MD
F1 category
May 25, 2004
4:37 PM EST
Tornado report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A weak tornado touched down 1 mile southwest of Leitersburg, MD. The storm tracked from northwest to southeast. Damage from the tornado include a peeled barn roof, structural damage to several homes and numerous downed trees. Quarter to golf ball size hail was also reported.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 SW Leitersburg, MD
F1 category
Aug 26, 1999
2:38 PM EST
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Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Damage to farm buildings and equipment, three homes, several trees snapped or uprooted
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 S Boonsboro, MD
F0 category
Jun 19, 1998
6:30 AM EST
Tornado report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: W Hagerstown, MD
F1 category
Jun 16, 1998
5:30 PM EST
Tornado report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: NE Maugansville, MD
F1 category
Jun 16, 1998
5:21 PM EST
Tornado report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Halfway, MD
F1 category
Jun 16, 1998
5:12 PM EST
Tornado report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: S Halfway, MD
F0 category
Jun 18, 1997
4:29 PM EST
Tornado report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: E Hancock, MD
F2 category
Jul 19, 1996
2:12 PM EST
Tornado report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Yarrowsburg, MD
F0 category
Jul 19, 1996
2:02 PM EST
Tornado report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: N Ringgold, MD
F0 category
Sep 5, 1979
3:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, MD
F1 category
Jul 24, 1961
4:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Washington County, MD
Washington County · 39,808 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, 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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Hagerstown, MD 100
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NWS Storm Reports & Census Data

U.S. Census Data · County

Washington County, MD area census snapshot

People & households
Population155,033
Households59,411
Housing units63,965
Income
Median household income$74,157
$100k+ households40.4%
$150k+ households16.4%
Housing stock
Single-family detached39,808
Attached single-family9,702
Small multifamily7,304
Large multifamily5,765
Mobile homes1,386
Housing mix
Single-family share62.2%
Attached-home share15.2%
Multifamily share20.4%
Mobile-home share2.2%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied39,145
Renter-occupied20,266
Vacant units4,554
Home value & age
Median home value$275,900
Owner homes $300k+42.3%
Owner homes $500k+10.2%
Owner homes $750k+3.3%
Median year built1974
Older-home share57.5%
Vehicle context
Households with cars54,554
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 115 hail, 469 wind, and 15 tornado reports in Washington County, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 2, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Washington County?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in Washington County is 4.00″. It was reported near Clear Spring, MD on August 7, 2023.

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

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

I am selling a home in Washington County — 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 Washington County address?

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