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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Chapel Hill, NC

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Chapel Hill, NC from March 18, 1956 through July 29, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
10
Wind Reports
61
Tornado Reports
1
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Chapel Hill, NC · 1956–present Updated  Daily · last Jul 29, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Chapel Hill, NC

10 reports
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1.75″ hail
Jun 25, 2015
7:19 PM EST-5
Hail report for Chapel Hill, NC
Orange County · 37,057 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf ball size hail was reported near Fordham Boulevard and East Franklin Street.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.78 ENE Chapel Hill Wllms Ar, NC
1.00″ hail
Apr 25, 2014
1:08 PM EST-5
Hail report for Chapel Hill, NC
Orange County · 37,057 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .89 NE Chapel Hill Wllms Ar, NC
1.00″ hail
May 27, 2011
12:21 PM EST-5
Hail report for Chapel Hill, NC
Orange County · 37,057 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.68 E Chapel Hill Wllms Ar, NC
0.75″ hail
May 9, 2008
11:07 PM EST-5
Hail report for Chapel Hill, NC
Orange County · 37,057 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail was reported at the intersection of Allard and Lyon Roads.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.68 E Chapel Hill Wllms Ar, NC
1.00″ hail
May 25, 2006
4:25 PM EST
Hail report for Chapel Hill, NC
Orange County · 37,057 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 N Chapel Hill, NC
1.75″ hail
Mar 8, 2005
8:55 AM EST
Hail report for Chapel Hill, NC
Orange County · 37,057 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Chapel Hill, NC
0.75″ hail
Jun 2, 1998
7:10 PM EST
Hail report for Chapel Hill, NC
Orange County · 37,057 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Chapel Hill, NC
0.75″ hail
Mar 20, 1998
8:06 PM EST
Hail report for Chapel Hill, NC
Orange County · 37,057 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Chapel Hill, NC
0.75″ hail
Mar 27, 1993
4:20 PM EST
Hail report for Chapel Hill, NC
Orange County · 37,057 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Chapel Hill, NC
0.75″ hail
Mar 18, 1956
2:30 PM CST
Hail report for Chapel Hill, NC
Orange County · 37,057 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, 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 Chapel Hill, NC

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UNK mph
Jul 29, 2026
12:28 AM UTC
Wind report for Chapel Hill, NC
Orange County · 37,057 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree limb fell through the roof of the Chapel Hill School of Music on E Franklin St.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Ne Chapel Hill, NC
UNK mph
Jun 23, 2026
12:19 AM UTC
Wind report for Chapel Hill, NC
Orange County · 37,057 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on power line near intersection of Mt. Sinai Rd and Kerley Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 W Durham, NC
UNK mph
Dec 19, 2025
11:30 AM UTC
Wind report for Chapel Hill, NC
Orange County · 37,057 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree and powerline down at Estes Dr and MLK Blvd. Radar estimated time.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WNW Chapel Hill, NC
UNK mph
Dec 19, 2025
11:29 AM UTC
Wind report for Chapel Hill, NC
Orange County · 37,057 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: One tree and power-line down at the intersection of MLK Jr. Blvd. and N Estes Drive.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WNW Chapel Hill, NC
UNK mph
Jul 28, 2025
12:23 AM UTC
Wind report for Chapel Hill, NC
Orange County · 37,057 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: One tree down in 600 block of Morgan Creek Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 S Chapel Hill, NC
UNK mph
Jun 18, 2025
12:26 AM UTC
Wind report for Chapel Hill, NC
Orange County · 37,057 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on trailer. Damage to 2 trailers.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NNW Chapel Hill, NC
UNK mph
Mar 5, 2025
4:59 PM UTC
Wind report for Chapel Hill, NC
Orange County · 37,057 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Duke energy reported outage caused by fallen trees or limbs damaging equipment.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Chapel Hill, NC
UNK mph
Aug 30, 2024
7:05 PM UTC
Wind report for Chapel Hill, NC
Orange County · 37,057 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: tree down on ephesus Church drive.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ENE Chapel Hill, NC
UNK mph
Jul 24, 2024
3:27 AM UTC
Wind report for Chapel Hill, NC
Orange County · 37,057 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Duke Energy reported fallen trees or limbs caused a power outage for over one thousand customers.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NE Chapel Hill, NC
UNK mph
Jul 2, 2023
1:45 AM UTC
Wind report for Chapel Hill, NC
Orange County · 37,057 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency management reported multiple trees down... along with damage to a car and a non-residential building/structures along Mangum Ct. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 SSE Chapel Hill, NC
UNK mph
Jun 23, 2023
9:59 PM UTC
Wind report for Chapel Hill, NC
Orange County · 37,057 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several hundred without power due to fallen trees on power equipment.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNE Chapel Hill, NC
UNK mph
Jun 23, 2023
9:54 PM UTC
Wind report for Chapel Hill, NC
Orange County · 37,057 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A few trees reported down on Westminster Drive and MLK Jr. Blvd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNW Chapel Hill, NC
UNK mph
Jul 26, 2022
6:24 PM UTC
Wind report for Chapel Hill, NC
Orange County · 37,057 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MAJOR TREE FELL ON POWER POLE... SNAPPED POWER POLE AND LOTS OF POWER OUTAGES.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Chapel Hill, NC
UNK mph
Jun 8, 2022
10:35 PM UTC
Wind report for Chapel Hill, NC
Orange County · 37,057 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN ON LOCHWOOD CT. IN CHAPEL HILL.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNW Chapel Hill, NC
UNK mph
May 27, 2022
1:10 PM UTC
Wind report for Chapel Hill, NC
Orange County · 37,057 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TRAFFIC LIGHTS OUT ALONG FORDHAM BLVD BETWEEN WILLOW DR. AND RALEIGH RD... LIKELY CAUSED BY DOWNED TREES. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SE Chapel Hill, 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 Chapel Hill, NC

1 reports
F2 category
Mar 29, 1991
3:10 PM CST
Tornado report for Chapel Hill, NC
Orange County · 37,057 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, 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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NWS Storm Reports & Census Data

U.S. Census Data · City

Chapel Hill, NC area census snapshot

People & households
Population59,889
Households20,712
Housing units23,205
Income
Median household income$85,825
$100k+ households30.1%
$150k+ households14.7%
Housing stock
Single-family detached9,650
Attached single-family2,844
Small multifamily4,201
Large multifamily6,330
Mobile homes180
Housing mix
Single-family share41.6%
Attached-home share12.3%
Multifamily share45.4%
Mobile-home share0.8%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied10,090
Renter-occupied10,622
Vacant units2,493
Home value & age
Median home value$576,500
Owner homes $300k+85.3%
Owner homes $500k+59.9%
Owner homes $750k+27.5%
Median year built1988
Older-home share37.0%
Vehicle context
Households with cars19,554
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 10 hail, 61 wind, and 1 tornado reports in and near Chapel Hill, 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 Chapel Hill?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Chapel Hill, NC is 1.75″. It was reported near Chapel Hill Wllms Ar, NC on June 25, 2015.

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

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

I am selling a home in Chapel Hill — 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 Chapel Hill address?

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