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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in Johnston County, NC

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports across Johnston County, NC from June 15, 1958 through September 18, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 27577 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
187
Wind Reports
525
Tornado Reports
23
Max Hail Size
2.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Johnston County, NC · 1958–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 18, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in Johnston County

30 reports
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2.00″ hail
Sep 5, 2026
8:15 PM UTC
Hail report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 S Flowers, NC
1.75″ hail
Sep 5, 2026
8:02 PM UTC
Hail report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 Se Clayton, NC
1.00″ hail
Sep 5, 2026
8:00 PM UTC
Hail report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 E Clayton, NC
0.50″ hail
Sep 5, 2026
7:55 PM UTC
Hail report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 N Clayton, NC
1.00″ hail
Sep 5, 2026
2:10 AM UTC
Hail report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 S Linwood, NC
0.50″ hail
Sep 5, 2026
2:09 AM UTC
Hail report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 Nw Flowers, NC
1.00″ hail
Aug 11, 2026
11:01 PM UTC
Hail report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report from mPING: Quarter (1.00 in.).
NWS Hail Report Location: Princeton, NC
1.25″ hail
Jul 8, 2026
10:46 PM UTC
Hail report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Half dollar size hail measured near Hemlock Green Lane.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 ESE Clayton, NC
1.00″ hail
Nov 9, 2025
4:30 AM UTC
Hail report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: WRAL relayed a report and photos of quarter-sized hail on Zacks Mill Rd. An approximately 3 inch... aluminum flag pole was snapped at the same location.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 WSW Coats Crossroads, NC
1.00″ hail
May 9, 2023
7:52 PM UTC
Hail report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 ESE Micro, NC
1.00″ hail
Apr 7, 2022
9:37 PM UTC
Hail report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL REPORTED ON ELEVATION ROAD NEAR BENSON... NC.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 SSE Coats Crossroads, NC
1.00″ hail
Apr 9, 2021
9:13 PM UTC
Hail report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PUBLIC REPORTS 1.00 INCH HAIL.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SSW Coats Crossroads, NC
1.00″ hail
Mar 27, 2021
10:43 PM UTC
Hail report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SKYWARN OBSERVER REPORTED QUARTER SIZE HAIL NEAR KENLY... NC.
NWS Hail Report Location: Kenly, NC
1.00″ hail
Mar 27, 2021
10:18 PM UTC
Hail report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: 911 CALL CENTER RELAYED A REPORT OF QUARTER SIZE HAIL NEAR BENSON... NC.
NWS Hail Report Location: Benson, NC
1.00″ hail
Mar 27, 2021
10:09 PM UTC
Hail report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PUBLIC ESTIMATED QUARTER INCH HAIL NEAR EXIT 326 ON US-70.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 SE Clayton, 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 Johnston County

30 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 18, 2026
10:32 PM UTC
Wind report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Powerline down near Hartley Dr and Flowers St.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Nnw Smithfield, NC
UNK mph
Sep 18, 2026
10:17 PM UTC
Wind report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down in road at Covered Bridge Rd & N ONeil St.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Nne Clayton, NC
UNK mph
Sep 18, 2026
8:55 PM UTC
Wind report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on the 500 block of Unity Church Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 E Benson, NC
UNK mph
Sep 18, 2026
8:35 PM UTC
Wind report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Josephine Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 Nne Coats Crossroads, NC
44 mph
Sep 5, 2026
9:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Nw Smithfield, NC
UNK mph
Sep 5, 2026
9:00 PM UTC
Wind report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 Wnw Newton Grove, NC
UNK mph
Sep 5, 2026
8:55 PM UTC
Wind report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 Ese Benson, NC
UNK mph
Sep 5, 2026
8:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 N Micro, NC
UNK mph
Sep 5, 2026
7:58 PM UTC
Wind report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Sw Linwood, NC
UNK mph
Sep 5, 2026
2:05 AM UTC
Wind report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Nw Micro, NC
UNK mph
Sep 3, 2026
12:46 AM UTC
Wind report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down at NC 231 and Friendship Church Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Ene Emit, NC
UNK mph
Aug 20, 2026
6:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Parrish Lane.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Nw Smithfield, NC
UNK mph
Aug 20, 2026
6:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Raiford Street in Selma.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Ene Selma, NC
UNK mph
Aug 20, 2026
6:35 PM UTC
Wind report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees down near the intersection of NC 210 and NC 50.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W Coats Crossroads, NC
UNK mph
Aug 11, 2026
10:46 PM UTC
Wind report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was blown causing damage to utility equipment in a wooded area between US Hwy 301 and Thunder Road near Four Oaks.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Ene Four Oaks, 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 Johnston County

23 reports
UNK category
May 8, 2025
8:59 AM UTC
Tornado report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: UPDATED INFORMATION: A brief EF-0 tornado occurred during the early morning hours of Sunday May 4 2025. A car port and a portion of an outbuilding roof were displaced 100 yards downstream... while several weakened trees were snapped and/or uprooted.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 SW Four Oaks, NC
UNK category
Sep 5, 2019
8:31 PM UTC
Tornado report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: TREES DOWN ON HOUSE. ROOF DAMAGE. NO INJURIES.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Smithfield, NC
EF0 category
Feb 26, 2013
8:18 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: At approximately 818 pm EST a weak tornado touched down near the 2700 block of Old Beulah Road, 4 miles northeast of Selma. The first visible damage was to the metal sheeting on the roof of an outbuilding. The tornado continued a couple hundred yards before causing significant damage to a two-story barn. The preexisting barn structure was over 40 years old and while the foundation was attached, most of the structure was settled onto concrete blocks with an open crawl space underneath. The tornado blew off the roof of the barn. Two of the side walls were also blown out, leaving two walls intact. Across the street a single family mobile home suffered minor damage to shingles and vinyl siding. An adjacent carport also had minor roof damage. The tornado continued another couple of hundred yards where one final sheet metal building sustained minor roof damage.||There were no injuries or fatalities to report.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.79 WNW Micro, NC
EF1 category
Apr 16, 2011
3:50 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado touched down near Pine level, just south of Highway 70 and tracked northeast towards Micro in the vicinity of Highway 301. The tornado lifted just southwest of Kenly. Numerous trees were snapped in half or uprooted resulting in downed power-lines and damage to homes and businesses. Peak winds were estimated at 90 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .94 SW Pine Level, NC
EF2 category
Apr 16, 2011
3:25 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado exited Harnett County and continued northeast into southern Johnston County. The tornado track south of Benson, where it crossed NC Highway 242 and NC Highway 50. Several modular homes were destroyed, and numerous other homes sustained major damage. There was also hundreds of trees that were uprooted or snapped in half. The tornado subsequently crossed Interstate 40 near mile Marker 330 and continued moving northeast to just south of Four Oaks before crossing Interstate 95 near mile marker 90. The tornado lifted just before reaching Smithfield, where little or no damage was observed. Throughout this part of the track there was a broad swath of EF0 damage with embedded areas of EF1 and EF2 damage. In total, 450 homes were damaged, of which 287 homes were completely destroyed.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3.38 SSE Benson, NC
EF1 category
May 5, 2009
4:26 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF-1 tornado touched down initially just to the west of NC Highway 96 in a wooded area. The tornado cross NC Highway 96 and produced significant damage to several homes along and east of NC Highway 96. The homes sustained exterior and roof damage with uprooted or snapped tree damage consistent with EF-1 damage. |The tornado proceed to cross NC Highway 39. Several homes between Antioch Church Road and NC Highway 42 sustained damaged. The tornado continued to track east-northeast, causing roof shingle damage to the Antioch Fire Station and a nearby home. A mobile home near the fire department also sustained shingle and siding damage. The tornado then continued to track northeast across Barnes Lake Road and NC Highway 222, where it caused significant tree damage and some minor roof or shingle damage to surrounding homes or mobile homes. The tornado then |exited the county, crossing over into southwest Nash County.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3.85 S Emit, NC
EF0 category
May 5, 2009
3:25 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF-0 tornado touched down in the area of 2550 NC Highway 39. The tornado damaged the roofs of four buildings and blew a boat into a car causing moderate damage.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3.96 WNW Micro, NC
EF0 category
Mar 27, 2009
6:20 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Numerous trees were blown down and snapped in a wooded area behind an open field.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.53 E Coats Xrds, NC
EF0 category
Mar 27, 2009
5:41 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Five houses on OBJ Road sustained minor damage ranging from shingle damage, damaged garage doors, to blown out windows.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5.01 SW Parkers Mill, NC
EF2 category
Nov 15, 2008
3:10 AM EST-5
Tornado report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado initially touched down around just north of Piney Grove Church Road, and damage was limited to minor tree and structural damage. The tornado then tracked northeast, over bare fields and stands of mature trees for approximately three quarters of a mile, twisting off mature trees, before producing significant damage at the intersection of NC Hwy 222 and Crumpler Road. The strongest evidence of EF-2 damage was at this intersection, where a well-constructed single level brick home was destroyed. The entire roof was blown off this home, a large pine tree fell through the kitchen. All of the walls on the west side of the house were missing. In addition, one vehicle was flipped upside down and another, with an attached trailer, was moved approximately 30 feet down the home���s driveway. The family of 4 was awakened as the damage occurred, but by great fortune, none sustained any injury. | As the tornado crossed Scott Road, a double-wide mobile home was removed from its foundation and flipped approximately 50 feet. A 61 year old female occupant of this mobile home was killed, while her husband was transported to a medical facility. In addition, three other double-wide mobile homes were condemned as they sustained significant structural damage to roofs and southwest-facing exterior walls. A pickup truck was completely overturned in one of the driveways. | Continuing northeast, the tornado moved across the Kenly International Airport. The tornado was likely aloft at this point, producing EF-1 damage to trees, but there was considerable debris from the homes on Scott Road strewn about the airport grounds. A portion of an open aircraft hangar constructed of sheet tin over a wooden frame was twisted and destroyed. There was also some damage to the Cessna 150 housed in this hangar. | The tornado then crossed into southwest Wilson county causing damage to several mobile homes along Fabwhitley Road. Several other homes in the Lucama area suffered minor damage from the strong winds. The tornado finally lifted off the ground just north of Newsom Mill Road near a local racetrack.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.72 SSE Kenly, NC
EF0 category
Nov 15, 2008
3:03 AM EST-5
Tornado report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado initially touched down near Daughtry Road south of U.S. Highway 70 damaging several pine trees and causing minor roof damage. The tornado tracked northeast crossing Crocker Road where a car was smashed when a large carport collapsed. A travel trailer was overturned and a nearby home suffered shingle and siding damage. The tornado crossed Creechs Mill Road, where a horse farm had one small barn destroyed. A 30 foot horse trailer was also blown over and two large bay doors were blown in on the stables. The tornado proceeded northeast across Stevens Chapel Road and Country Store Road, damaging numerous trees and outbuildings along the way. Finally, at one dwelling, the tornado broke a garage window and blew out a garage door.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.51 NNW Brogden, NC
EF1 category
Nov 15, 2008
2:42 AM EST-5
Tornado report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado initially touched down just off Noah Road, where it uprooted several trees. It traveled north-northwest across bare fields, taking down mature trees for approximately one half mile. The tornado then crossed Wood Crossroads Road, where it produced significant roof damage to one double-wide mobile home and ripped the porch off a single level brick home. The tornado then proceeded north-northwest across open fields before producing minor damage on Five Point Roads to a aluminum skirt of a double-wide mobile home and other minor damage to sheds and storage buildings.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.31 NNW Peacocks Xrds, NC
EF0 category
Aug 27, 2008
12:44 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Local fire deparments and law enforcement reported a brief tornado touchdown near the intersection of Covered Bridge Road and Thanksgiving Road. Multiple trees were snapped and uprooted in the highly wooded area.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.35 ESE Archer, NC
EF0 category
Sep 14, 2007
5:50 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Law enforcement reported a tornado and multiple trees down on Stephenson Road.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 7.5 N Benson, NC
EF0 category
Sep 14, 2007
5:44 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Johnston County, NC
Johnston County · 66,390 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: There was a report of a brief tornado touchdown near the Jordan community.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3.26 S Emit, 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 · County

Johnston County, NC area census snapshot

People & households
Population226,623
Households82,293
Housing units88,314
Income
Median household income$79,838
$100k+ households44.8%
$150k+ households19.6%
Housing stock
Single-family detached66,390
Attached single-family2,492
Small multifamily4,227
Large multifamily2,816
Mobile homes12,331
Housing mix
Single-family share75.2%
Attached-home share2.8%
Multifamily share8.0%
Mobile-home share14.0%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied63,448
Renter-occupied18,845
Vacant units6,021
Home value & age
Median home value$267,600
Owner homes $300k+41.2%
Owner homes $500k+9.0%
Owner homes $750k+1.5%
Median year built1999
Older-home share22.7%
Vehicle context
Households with cars79,152
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Top ZIP Codes with NWS Storm Reports in Johnston County

27577 118
Smithfield, NC Hail, wind & tornado reports
27520 112
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28334 111
Plain View, NC Hail, wind & tornado reports
27597 108
Zebulon, NC Hail, wind & tornado reports
27504 107
Benson, NC Hail, wind & tornado reports
27529 88
Garner, NC Hail, wind & tornado reports
27603 88
Raleigh, NC Hail, wind & tornado reports
27524 86
Four Oaks, NC Hail, wind & tornado reports
28366 77
Newton Grove, NC Hail, wind & tornado reports
27576 68
Selma, NC Hail, wind & tornado reports
27863 60
Pikeville, NC Hail, wind & tornado reports
27610 58
Raleigh, NC Hail, wind & tornado reports
27557 52
Middlesex, NC Hail, wind & tornado reports
27591 51
Wendell, NC Hail, wind & tornado reports
27501 46
Angier, NC Hail, wind & tornado reports
27569 46
Princeton, NC Hail, wind & tornado reports
27542 44
Kenly, NC Hail, wind & tornado reports
27527 42
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 187 hail, 525 wind, and 23 tornado reports in Johnston County, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 18, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Johnston County?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in Johnston County is 2.75″. It was reported near Coats Crossroads, NC on May 13, 2019.

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

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

I am selling a home in Johnston 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 Johnston County address?

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