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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Cape Carteret, NC

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Cape Carteret, NC from November 11, 1995 through July 29, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Hail Reports
6
Wind Reports
14
Tornado Reports
4
Max Hail Size
1.25″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Cape Carteret, NC · 1995–present Updated  Daily · last Jul 29, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Cape Carteret, NC

6 reports
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1.00″ hail
Jun 5, 2014
5:29 PM EST-5
Hail report for Cape Carteret, NC
Carteret County · 31,390 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported quarter sized hail along Highway 24 in Cape Carteret.
NWS Hail Report Location: .9 SW Cedar Pt, NC
0.88″ hail
Mar 22, 2014
8:37 PM EST-5
Hail report for Cape Carteret, NC
Carteret County · 31,390 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Emerald Isle Police Department reported dime to nickel size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.33 ESE Cape Carteret, NC
1.25″ hail
Jun 19, 2011
4:27 PM EST-5
Hail report for Cape Carteret, NC
Carteret County · 31,390 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Media reported quarter to half dollar size hail on Emerald Isle Beach.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.33 ESE Cape Carteret, NC
0.75″ hail
Jul 24, 2009
1:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for Cape Carteret, NC
Carteret County · 31,390 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported penny size hail and a tree down.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Cedar Pt, NC
0.75″ hail
May 20, 2008
8:03 PM EST-5
Hail report for Cape Carteret, NC
Carteret County · 31,390 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.33 ESE Cape Carteret, NC
0.88″ hail
Jun 3, 1997
2:45 PM EST
Hail report for Cape Carteret, NC
Carteret County · 31,390 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Cape Carteret, NC
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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 Cape Carteret, NC

14 reports
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UNK mph
Jul 29, 2026
7:02 AM UTC
Wind report for Cape Carteret, NC
Carteret County · 31,390 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Spotter reports multiple trees down behind/in between houses on Live Oak Dr. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Ese Cape Carteret, NC
UNK mph
Mar 5, 2025
9:17 PM UTC
Wind report for Cape Carteret, NC
Carteret County · 31,390 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was blown down across the road at the intersection of Star Hill Rd and Pine Lake Rd. The time was estimated based on radar data.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NE Cape Carteret, NC
UNK mph
Jul 9, 2023
9:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Cape Carteret, NC
Carteret County · 31,390 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Carteret Craven Electical Cooperative reports numerous power outages due to downed wires.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NW Cape Carteret, NC
60 mph
Jan 13, 2023
6:40 AM UTC
Wind report for Cape Carteret, NC
Carteret County · 31,390 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: DELAYED REPORT.
NWS Wind Report Location: Cape Carteret, NC
58 mph
Jul 1, 2012
4:47 PM EST-5
Wind report for Cape Carteret, NC
Carteret County · 31,390 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Public reported several trees down across Emerald Isle.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.33 ESE Cape Carteret, NC
58 mph
Nov 12, 2009
2:20 AM EST-5
Wind report for Cape Carteret, NC
Carteret County · 31,390 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several large tree limbs blown down on Bahia Lane in Cape Carteret.
NWS Wind Report Location: .89 SW Cedar Pt, NC
60 mph
Nov 12, 2002
12:23 PM EST
Wind report for Cape Carteret, NC
Carteret County · 31,390 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Cedar Pt, NC
60 mph
Aug 28, 2001
3:35 PM EST
Wind report for Cape Carteret, NC
Carteret County · 31,390 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Cape Carteret, NC
63 mph
Apr 17, 2001
2:35 PM EST
Wind report for Cape Carteret, NC
Carteret County · 31,390 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Measured by Emerald Isle police department Davis instrument.
NWS Wind Report Location: Cape Carteret, NC
60 mph
Nov 2, 1999
12:19 PM EST
Wind report for Cape Carteret, NC
Carteret County · 31,390 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The county emergency manager reported large trees down in Cape Carteret.
NWS Wind Report Location: Cape Carteret, NC
58 mph
Nov 2, 1999
12:17 PM EST
Wind report for Cape Carteret, NC
Carteret County · 31,390 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A trained spotter reported 50 kt winds.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Cedar Pt, NC
UNK mph
Jun 13, 1998
7:38 PM EST
Wind report for Cape Carteret, NC
Carteret County · 31,390 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Cape Carteret, NC
58 mph
Jun 3, 1997
3:00 PM EST
Wind report for Cape Carteret, NC
Carteret County · 31,390 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Power lines downed by trees.
NWS Wind Report Location: Cape Carteret, NC
UNK mph
Nov 11, 1995
8:52 PM EST
Wind report for Cape Carteret, NC
Carteret County · 31,390 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: Cape Carteret, NC
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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 Cape Carteret, NC

4 reports
UNK category
Sep 16, 2024
11:26 PM UTC
Tornado report for Cape Carteret, NC
Carteret County · 31,390 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: NWS Storm Survey confirmed an EF0 tornado with maximum estimated winds of 60 MPH... and a path length of .35 miles and width of 60 yards. See public information statement for full details.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 ESE Cape Carteret, NC
UNK category
Nov 24, 2018
7:06 PM UTC
Tornado report for Cape Carteret, NC
Carteret County · 31,390 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: NWS STORM SURVEY CONFIRMS AN EF0 TORNADO TOUCHED DOWN NEAR LIVE OAK DRIVE. THE MAXIMUM ESTIMATED WIND SPEED WAS 80 MPH... WITH A PATH WIDTH OF 70 YARDS AND A PATH LENGTH OF 0.35 MILES.. THE TOTAL DURATION WAS 1 MINUTE. DAMAGE TO SIDING... AN UPROOTED TREE AND SOME SHINGLE DAMAGE WAS FOUND ALONG THE PATH.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 ESE Cape Carteret, NC
F0 category
Apr 1, 2001
3:30 PM EST
Tornado report for Cape Carteret, NC
Carteret County · 31,390 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Severe thunderstorm produced a weak tornado that touched down near Cape Carteret, blowing over trees and power lines.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Cape Carteret, NC
F0 category
Apr 15, 2000
11:45 AM EST
Tornado report for Cape Carteret, NC
Carteret County · 31,390 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An F0 tornado moved onshore at Cape Carteret and damaged the roof of the Piggly Wiggly gorcery store and the Golfin Dolphin next door.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Cape Carteret, NC
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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

Cape Carteret, NC area census snapshot

People & households
Population2,598
Households1,117
Housing units1,284
Income
Median household income$75,313
$100k+ households43.1%
$150k+ households20.1%
Housing stock
Single-family detached1,220
Attached single-family0
Small multifamily13
Large multifamily0
Mobile homes51
Housing mix
Single-family share95.0%
Attached-home share--
Multifamily share1.0%
Mobile-home share4.0%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied900
Renter-occupied217
Vacant units167
Home value & age
Median home value$347,500
Owner homes $300k+66%
Owner homes $500k+15.1%
Owner homes $750k+5.6%
Median year built1994
Older-home share23.8%
Vehicle context
Households with cars1,086
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 6 hail, 14 wind, and 4 tornado reports in and near Cape Carteret, NC, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on July 29, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Cape Carteret?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Cape Carteret, NC is 1.25″. It was reported near Cape Carteret, NC on June 19, 2011.

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

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

I am selling a home in Cape Carteret — 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 Cape Carteret address?

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