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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Galway, NY

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Galway, NY from July 11, 1969 through June 30, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
16
Wind Reports
74
Tornado Reports
2
Max Hail Size
1.50″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Galway, NY · 1969–present Updated  Daily · last Jun 30, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Galway, NY

16 reports
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1.50″ hail
Aug 29, 2020
8:32 PM UTC
Hail report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 NNW Galway, NY
1.00″ hail
May 21, 2013
8:20 PM EST-5
Hail report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A meteorologist reported quarter size hail from a thunderstorm in Galway.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Galway, NY
0.88″ hail
Jun 1, 2011
12:00 PM EST-5
Hail report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail was reported during a thunderstorm in Barkersville.
NWS Hail Report Location: .81 NW Bakersville, NY
1.00″ hail
Jul 1, 2009
1:58 PM EST-5
Hail report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was reported in Charlton during a thunderstorm. The hail measured 1.13 inches in diameter.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Charlton, NY
0.88″ hail
Jun 15, 2009
4:40 PM EST-5
Hail report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail was reported in Charlton during a thunderstorm. The hail was covering the ground.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Charlton, NY
1.00″ hail
Jun 15, 2009
4:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny to quarter size hail was reported on Galway Lake during a thunderstorm.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Galway, NY
0.75″ hail
Jun 6, 2005
12:12 PM EST
Hail report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Galway, NY
0.75″ hail
May 29, 2005
12:30 PM EST
Hail report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Galway, NY
0.75″ hail
Nov 25, 2004
10:12 AM EST
Hail report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail at Providence.
NWS Hail Report Location: Galway, NY
0.88″ hail
May 24, 2004
5:49 PM EST
Hail report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Estimated $80,000 in damage - primarily to roadways - due to hail and flooding.
NWS Hail Report Location: Galway, NY
1.00″ hail
Jul 21, 2000
3:57 PM EST
Hail report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Barkersville, NY
1.00″ hail
Jul 21, 2000
3:50 PM EST
Hail report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Galway, NY
1.00″ hail
Jun 2, 2000
2:30 PM EST
Hail report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Galway, NY
0.75″ hail
Aug 22, 1997
4:45 PM EST
Hail report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Galway, NY
0.75″ hail
Jul 30, 1988
1:25 PM CST
Hail report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, NY
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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 Galway, NY

30 reports
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UNK mph
Jun 30, 2026
7:59 PM UTC
Wind report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down in the Perth area.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ESE Galway, NY
UNK mph
Aug 14, 2024
7:35 PM UTC
Wind report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Received reports of trees and wires down near Charlton Road between 3 PM and 4 PM.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 NNE Rotterdam Junctio, NY
UNK mph
Aug 14, 2024
7:12 PM UTC
Wind report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Received report of trees down. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNW Galway, NY
UNK mph
Aug 14, 2024
7:00 PM UTC
Wind report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 Call Center received report of trees down along NY 29 in Galway. Time based on radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNW Galway, NY
UNK mph
Jun 7, 2024
8:20 PM UTC
Wind report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree and Wires Down on Peaceable St in Ballston Spa/Harmony Corners. Time based on radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Harmony Corners, NY
UNK mph
Jul 13, 2023
10:13 PM UTC
Wind report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree and wires down
NWS Wind Report Location: Harmony Corners, NY
UNK mph
Jul 4, 2023
11:25 PM UTC
Wind report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees downed on Route 147 between Galway and Glenville
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N West Charlton, NY
UNK mph
Sep 8, 2021
10:11 PM UTC
Wind report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN ON JOCKEY STREET
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 ESE Galway, NY
UNK mph
Aug 13, 2021
8:34 PM UTC
Wind report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: WIRES DOWN.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSE Providence, NY
UNK mph
Aug 13, 2021
8:31 PM UTC
Wind report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: POWER POLE DOWN ACROSS ROAD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSE Providence, NY
UNK mph
Jul 21, 2021
12:30 AM UTC
Wind report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES AND WIRES DOWN.
NWS Wind Report Location: Galway, NY
UNK mph
Jun 22, 2021
12:44 AM UTC
Wind report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN ON WIRES ALONG SOUTHLINE RD. ALSO LIGHTNING HIT A STRUCTURE... CAUSING A FIRE... ON LAKE RD.
NWS Wind Report Location: Galway, NY
UNK mph
Oct 7, 2020
7:35 PM UTC
Wind report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: NUMEROUS TREES DOWN IN CHARLTON.
NWS Wind Report Location: Charlton, NY
UNK mph
Oct 7, 2020
7:34 PM UTC
Wind report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: LARGE TREES DOWN
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SE Charlton, NY
UNK mph
Aug 29, 2020
8:44 PM UTC
Wind report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: ONE FOOT DIAMETER TREE SNAPPED AT JOCKEY STREET AND GALWAY ROAD
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E Galway, NY
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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 Galway, NY

2 reports
UNK category
Aug 4, 2017
6:50 PM UTC
Tornado report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: ESTIMATED EF-0 TORNADO TRAVELED OVER THE GREAT SACANDAGA LAKE. ESTIMATED PATH LENGTH 100 YARDS. ESTIMATED PATH WIDTH 20 YARDS. CONFIRMED VIA VIDEO.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 N Fayville, NY
F0 category
Jul 5, 1992
1:40 PM EST
Tornado report for Galway, NY
Saratoga County · 69,105 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NY
Showing 2 of 2
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

Galway, NY area census snapshot

People & households
Population187
Households79
Housing units82
Income
Median household income$73,438
$100k+ households46.8%
$150k+ households10.1%
Housing stock
Single-family detached65
Attached single-family1
Small multifamily1
Large multifamily0
Mobile homes15
Housing mix
Single-family share79.3%
Attached-home share1.2%
Multifamily share1.2%
Mobile-home share18.3%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied54
Renter-occupied25
Vacant units3
Home value & age
Median home value$215,400
Owner homes $300k+31.5%
Owner homes $500k+3.7%
Owner homes $750k+3.7%
Median year built1938
Older-home share80.5%
Vehicle context
Households with cars74
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 16 hail, 74 wind, and 2 tornado reports in and near Galway, NY, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on June 30, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Galway?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Galway, NY is 1.50″. It was reported near Galway, NY on August 29, 2020.

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

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

I am selling a home in Galway — 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 Galway address?

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