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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Lake Lure, NC

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Lake Lure, NC from March 20, 1984 through September 25, 2024, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 28746 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
24
Wind Reports
50
Tornado Reports
1
Max Hail Size
2.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Lake Lure, NC · 1984–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 25, 2024

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Lake Lure, NC

24 reports
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2.75″ hail
May 8, 2024
6:21 PM UTC
Hail report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Fire Marshall reported baseball size hail in Lake Lure.
NWS Hail Report Location: Lake Lure, NC
0.88″ hail
Jun 19, 2015
1:05 PM EST-5
Hail report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: FD reported dime to nickel size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4.48 SSE Whitehouse, NC
0.75″ hail
Jul 27, 2014
8:17 PM EST-5
Hail report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported 3/4 inch hail near the intersection of Redbird Dr and Pheasant St.
NWS Hail Report Location: .89 SE Uree, NC
1.00″ hail
Jun 20, 2014
12:35 PM EST-5
Hail report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Spotter reported dime to quarter size hail that lasted a few minutes.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.49 SSE Whitehouse, NC
1.00″ hail
Jun 16, 2014
2:16 PM EST-5
Hail report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Spotter reported dime to quarter size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.25 E Whitehouse, NC
1.00″ hail
May 25, 2014
3:05 PM EST-5
Hail report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported up to quarter size hail in the Lake Lure area.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Lake Lure, NC
1.75″ hail
Jul 25, 2013
5:00 PM EST-5
Hail report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf ball size hail fell in the Shingle Hollow community and quarter size hail in the Green Hill community.
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 ENE Lake Lure, NC
1.00″ hail
May 1, 2012
1:55 PM EST-5
Hail report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail fell at River Creek campground.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.38 N Rock Spgs, NC
1.00″ hail
Apr 26, 2012
6:44 PM EST-5
Hail report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail fell about 4 miles northwest of Shingle Hollow.
NWS Hail Report Location: 7.4 NE Lake Lure, NC
0.75″ hail
Jun 27, 2011
2:05 PM EST-5
Hail report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4.48 SSE Whitehouse, NC
0.75″ hail
Jun 12, 2011
3:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Dime size hail was reported near Shingle Hollow.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.15 SSE Whitehouse, NC
1.00″ hail
Jun 5, 2011
2:47 PM EST-5
Hail report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny to quarter size hail was reported at River Creek campground.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.38 N Rock Spgs, NC
1.00″ hail
Jun 2, 2011
3:16 PM EST-5
Hail report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail fell in the vicinity of the Shingle Hollow community.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.63 SSE Whitehouse, NC
0.75″ hail
May 23, 2011
2:40 PM EST-5
Hail report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4.97 SSE Whitehouse, NC
1.50″ hail
May 13, 2011
3:40 PM EST-5
Hail report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Ping pong ball size hail was reported just south of the McDowell County line.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.32 WSW Whitehouse, 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 Lake Lure, NC

30 reports
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UNK mph
May 7, 2024
8:36 PM UTC
Wind report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees blown down on Clark Rd. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 S Shingle Hollow, NC
UNK mph
Aug 12, 2023
9:34 PM UTC
Wind report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Mark Twain Dr.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Lake Lure, NC
UNK mph
Jul 3, 2023
7:49 PM UTC
Wind report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees down along Polk County Line Road. Other trees down across the county also.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 SE Lake Lure, NC
UNK mph
Jul 2, 2023
10:18 PM UTC
Wind report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on Cove Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSE Shingle Hollow, NC
UNK mph
Jul 2, 2023
10:17 PM UTC
Wind report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on Freeman Town Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WSW Shingle Hollow, NC
UNK mph
Jul 2, 2023
10:17 PM UTC
Wind report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on Bills Creek Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 E Lake Lure, NC
UNK mph
Jul 1, 2023
7:09 PM UTC
Wind report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on Island Creek Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSE Lake Lure, NC
UNK mph
Jul 1, 2023
7:09 PM UTC
Wind report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Social media picture of trees down near Lake Lure. Nickel size hail also reported.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 ESE Lake Lure, NC
UNK mph
Jul 1, 2023
7:04 PM UTC
Wind report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on Buffalo Shoals Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Lake Lure, NC
UNK mph
Jun 2, 2022
6:30 PM UTC
Wind report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: WIND CAUSED COLLAPSE OF WALLS AND ROOF OF A COVERED BRIDGE. NUMEROUS TREES AND POWERLINES DOWN NEARBY.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 ESE Lake Lure, NC
UNK mph
Aug 31, 2021
9:14 PM UTC
Wind report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN ON TIGHTRUN LOOP RD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 W Thermal City, NC
UNK mph
Aug 31, 2021
9:11 PM UTC
Wind report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN ON POWER LINE AT BILLS CREEK RD AND CEDAR CREEK RD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 ENE Lake Lure, NC
UNK mph
Jul 31, 2019
11:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 CALL CENTER REPORTED TREES DOWN NEAR RUMBLING RIDGE. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NW Lake Lure, NC
UNK mph
Jul 31, 2019
11:00 PM UTC
Wind report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 CALL CENTER REPORTED TREES DOWN IN THE BOYS CAMP RD AREA OF CHIMNEY ROCK. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W Lake Lure, NC
UNK mph
Jul 4, 2019
11:45 PM UTC
Wind report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 CALL CENTER REPORTED NUMEROUS TREES DOWN IN THE CHIMNEY ROCK AREA. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W Lake Lure, 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 Lake Lure, NC

1 reports
UNK category
Sep 25, 2024
8:07 PM UTC
Tornado report for Lake Lure, NC
Rutherford County · 23,950 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Light damage to barn roofs... greenhouses... and trees down with some debris.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Shingle Hollow, NC
Showing 1 of 1
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

Lake Lure, NC area census snapshot

People & households
Population1,488
Households816
Housing units2,339
Income
Median household income$72,813
$100k+ households33.2%
$150k+ households15.9%
Housing stock
Single-family detached1,685
Attached single-family128
Small multifamily497
Large multifamily6
Mobile homes23
Housing mix
Single-family share72.0%
Attached-home share5.5%
Multifamily share21.5%
Mobile-home share1.0%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied703
Renter-occupied113
Vacant units1,523
Home value & age
Median home value$510,300
Owner homes $300k+86.8%
Owner homes $500k+50.9%
Owner homes $750k+28.5%
Median year built1986
Older-home share36.3%
Vehicle context
Households with cars799
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 24 hail, 50 wind, and 1 tornado reports in and near Lake Lure, NC, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 25, 2024.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Lake Lure?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Lake Lure, NC is 2.75″. It was reported near Lake Lure, NC on May 8, 2024.

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

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

I am selling a home in Lake Lure — 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 Lake Lure address?

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