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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in Mitchell County, NC

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports across Mitchell County, NC from June 5, 1985 through July 28, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 28705 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
34
Wind Reports
50
Tornado Reports
0
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Mitchell County, NC · 1985–present Updated  Daily · last Jul 28, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in Mitchell County

30 reports
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1.00″ hail
Aug 7, 2023
7:10 PM UTC
Hail report for Mitchell County, NC
Mitchell County · 6,569 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Corrects previous Tstm Wnd Dmg report from Bakersville for incorrect Event Type. Mitchell County 911 call center observed nickel to quarter-sized hail in Bakersville. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: Bakersville, NC
1.00″ hail
Jun 13, 2017
7:15 PM UTC
Hail report for Mitchell County, NC
Mitchell County · 6,569 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: 1 INCH HAIL REPORTED IN SPRUCE PINE
NWS Hail Report Location: Spruce Pine, NC
1.00″ hail
Jun 4, 2014
8:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for Mitchell County, NC
Mitchell County · 6,569 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported quarter size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 NE Bakersville, NC
1.00″ hail
May 21, 2013
8:30 PM EST-5
Hail report for Mitchell County, NC
Mitchell County · 6,569 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.31 ENE Bakersville, NC
0.75″ hail
Jul 3, 2012
1:35 PM EST-5
Hail report for Mitchell County, NC
Mitchell County · 6,569 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail was reported to be covering the ground a little north of Buladean.
NWS Hail Report Location: .89 NE Buladean, NC
1.25″ hail
Apr 30, 2012
7:38 PM EST-5
Hail report for Mitchell County, NC
Mitchell County · 6,569 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Half dollar size hail was reported along highway 226.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.8 N Penland, NC
1.00″ hail
Apr 30, 2012
5:25 PM EST-5
Hail report for Mitchell County, NC
Mitchell County · 6,569 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A second severe thunderstorm of the day produced another round of quarter size hail at this location.
NWS Hail Report Location: .89 SE Buladean, NC
1.00″ hail
Apr 30, 2012
4:50 PM EST-5
Hail report for Mitchell County, NC
Mitchell County · 6,569 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail of at least quarter size damaged automobiles, roofs, and broke sky lights in the Valley of Roan community.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.78 NE Glen Ayre, NC
1.00″ hail
Apr 27, 2012
4:10 PM EST-5
Hail report for Mitchell County, NC
Mitchell County · 6,569 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail fell in the Buladean community.
NWS Hail Report Location: .89 SE Buladean, NC
1.00″ hail
Jun 9, 2011
4:20 PM EST-5
Hail report for Mitchell County, NC
Mitchell County · 6,569 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was reported in the Buladean community.
NWS Hail Report Location: .56 E Buladean, NC
0.75″ hail
Jun 7, 2011
6:50 PM EST-5
Hail report for Mitchell County, NC
Mitchell County · 6,569 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.49 NNW Altapass, NC
1.75″ hail
Apr 9, 2011
4:35 PM EST-5
Hail report for Mitchell County, NC
Mitchell County · 6,569 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf ball size hail was reported in the Bakersville area.
NWS Hail Report Location: .89 SE Bakersville, NC
1.00″ hail
Jun 9, 2009
4:27 PM EST-5
Hail report for Mitchell County, NC
Mitchell County · 6,569 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail was reported on highway 226 in the Ledger community.
NWS Hail Report Location: .39 S Ledger, NC
0.88″ hail
Aug 2, 2008
4:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for Mitchell County, NC
Mitchell County · 6,569 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NNW Buladean, NC
1.00″ hail
Jun 26, 2008
2:05 PM EST-5
Hail report for Mitchell County, NC
Mitchell County · 6,569 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 S Spruce Pine, 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 Mitchell County

30 reports
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UNK mph
Jul 28, 2026
9:43 PM UTC
Wind report for Mitchell County, NC
Mitchell County · 6,569 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Utility company reported trees and powerlines down leading to power outages south of Bakersville.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Ne Ledger, NC
UNK mph
Mar 16, 2026
11:40 AM UTC
Wind report for Mitchell County, NC
Mitchell County · 6,569 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Power outages and utility line damage along Snow Creek Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSE Ledger, NC
UNK mph
May 17, 2025
8:05 AM UTC
Wind report for Mitchell County, NC
Mitchell County · 6,569 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 Call Center reports multiple trees down on powerlines and blocking roadways in Spruce Pine.
NWS Wind Report Location: Spruce Pine, NC
UNK mph
May 17, 2025
7:55 AM UTC
Wind report for Mitchell County, NC
Mitchell County · 6,569 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 Call Center reports multiple trees down on powerlines and blocking roadways in Bakersville.
NWS Wind Report Location: Bakersville, NC
UNK mph
Aug 16, 2024
11:21 PM UTC
Wind report for Mitchell County, NC
Mitchell County · 6,569 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and power lines down on Beaver Creek Rd. Times estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NNE Spruce Pine, NC
UNK mph
Aug 16, 2024
11:10 PM UTC
Wind report for Mitchell County, NC
Mitchell County · 6,569 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and power lines down on Lucy Morgan Ln. Radar estimated time.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 WNW Spruce Pine, NC
UNK mph
May 26, 2024
8:46 PM UTC
Wind report for Mitchell County, NC
Mitchell County · 6,569 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 3 trees down near Green Mountain... NC.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 NNE Burnsville, NC
UNK mph
Aug 12, 2023
9:49 PM UTC
Wind report for Mitchell County, NC
Mitchell County · 6,569 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on power lines/utility equipment in Bakersville.
NWS Wind Report Location: Bakersville, NC
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
7:30 PM UTC
Wind report for Mitchell County, NC
Mitchell County · 6,569 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Mitchell County 911 call center reported a few downed trees in southern Mitchell County closer to Spruce Pine with no known impacts to roads or powerlines. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ENE Spruce Pine, NC
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
7:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Mitchell County, NC
Mitchell County · 6,569 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Mitchell County 911 call center reported a large tree down at NC 226 in the Ledger community... blocking the roadway. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E Ledger, NC
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
7:12 PM UTC
Wind report for Mitchell County, NC
Mitchell County · 6,569 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Mitchell County 911 call center reported numerous trees and powerlines down across the northern half of Mitchell County... including near the Bakersville and Ledger communities. Duke Energy reported over 125 customers were without power east of Bakersville near the Clarrissa community. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E Bakersville, NC
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
7:10 PM UTC
Wind report for Mitchell County, NC
Mitchell County · 6,569 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Mitchell County 911 Call Center reported a tree down causing partial damage to a home on Cascading Creek Xing. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Bakersville, NC
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
7:10 PM UTC
Wind report for Mitchell County, NC
Mitchell County · 6,569 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Mitchell County 911 call center reported a large tree down at the 2200 block of NC 80... closing the roadway. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNE Bandana, NC
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
7:10 PM UTC
Wind report for Mitchell County, NC
Mitchell County · 6,569 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Mitchell County 911 call center observed nickel to quarter-sized hail in Bakersville. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Bakersville, NC
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2023
7:09 PM UTC
Wind report for Mitchell County, NC
Mitchell County · 6,569 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrected for Report Source. Mitchell County 911 call center reported a tree down on a business on S Mitchell Ave in Bakersville. The business has been condemned until further inspection. No injuries occurred. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Bakersville, 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 Mitchell County

0 reports

No tornado reports were found for this selection.

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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

Mitchell County, NC area census snapshot

People & households
Population14,973
Households6,411
Housing units8,673
Income
Median household income$58,089
$100k+ households33.7%
$150k+ households11.4%
Housing stock
Single-family detached6,569
Attached single-family59
Small multifamily435
Large multifamily196
Mobile homes1,414
Housing mix
Single-family share75.7%
Attached-home share0.7%
Multifamily share7.3%
Mobile-home share16.3%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied4,973
Renter-occupied1,438
Vacant units2,262
Home value & age
Median home value$202,100
Owner homes $300k+21.9%
Owner homes $500k+5.9%
Owner homes $750k+1.3%
Median year built1978
Older-home share52.9%
Vehicle context
Households with cars5,837
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Top ZIP Codes with NWS Storm Reports in Mitchell County

28705 53
Bakersville, NC Hail, wind & tornado reports
28777 29
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28740 10
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28749 2
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 34 hail, 50 wind, and 0 tornado reports in Mitchell County, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on July 28, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Mitchell County?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in Mitchell County is 1.75″. It was reported near .89 SE Bakersville, NC on April 9, 2011.

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

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

I am selling a home in Mitchell 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 Mitchell County address?

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