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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in Union County, NC

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports across Union County, NC from February 13, 1966 through August 21, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 28112 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
124
Wind Reports
319
Tornado Reports
19
Max Hail Size
2.25″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Union County, NC · 1966–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 21, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in Union County

30 reports
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0.70″ hail
Aug 21, 2026
8:44 PM UTC
Hail report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Dime sized hail and heavy rain.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 Ese Indian Trail, NC
1.00″ hail
May 15, 2024
9:10 PM UTC
Hail report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Mineral Springs.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 ENE Waxhaw, NC
1.00″ hail
May 15, 2024
8:21 PM UTC
Hail report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Mostly dime sized but some quarter sized.
NWS Hail Report Location: Indian Trail, NC
1.00″ hail
Sep 7, 2023
10:52 PM UTC
Hail report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 ESE Weddington, NC
1.00″ hail
Sep 7, 2023
10:50 PM UTC
Hail report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 ESE Weddington, NC
1.00″ hail
Sep 13, 2019
7:33 PM UTC
Hail report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: BRIEF QUARTER SIZED HAIL WHICH FELL RATHER LOUDLY AT THIS LOCATION. THE WIND WAS STRONG AS WELL BUT NOT ENOUGH TO BLOW ANYTHING OVER.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 ENE Stallings, NC
1.00″ hail
Jul 23, 2017
8:40 PM UTC
Hail report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: 1 INCH HAIL REPORTED SOUTH OF MONROE... NC.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SSE Monroe, NC
1.00″ hail
May 3, 2016
9:02 PM UTC
Hail report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL AT PORTER RIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 SSW Fairview, NC
1.00″ hail
May 2, 2016
8:00 PM UTC
Hail report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: 1 INCH HAIL REPORTED
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 E Monroe, NC
1.00″ hail
Jun 21, 2014
3:19 PM EST-5
Hail report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Spotter reported quarter size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.5 N Alton, NC
1.00″ hail
May 29, 2014
4:40 PM EST-5
Hail report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported quarter size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 7 NE Stallings, NC
1.75″ hail
May 23, 2014
5:35 PM EST-5
Hail report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported golf ball size hail near Waxhaw.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 N Waxhaw, NC
1.00″ hail
Jun 13, 2013
5:20 PM EST-5
Hail report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .57 W Stallings, NC
1.75″ hail
Jun 13, 2013
5:20 PM EST-5
Hail report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf ball size hail was reported near Unionville.
NWS Hail Report Location: .89 SE Unionville, NC
1.00″ hail
Jun 13, 2013
5:10 PM EST-5
Hail report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 N Fairview, 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 Union County

30 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 21, 2026
8:31 PM UTC
Wind report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down on power lines.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W Monroe, NC
UNK mph
Aug 21, 2026
8:30 PM UTC
Wind report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on power line.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Nw Monroe, NC
UNK mph
Aug 13, 2026
10:20 PM UTC
Wind report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous non-tstm wnd dmg report from 2 WSW Monroe. Emergency Manager reports trees and powerlines blown down_ with several trees down on houses and manufactured homes in the area near Highw
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Wsw Monroe, NC
UNK mph
Aug 11, 2026
10:12 PM UTC
Wind report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down at the intersection of Brief Rd and Hwy 601_ one tree fell on a vehicle. Picnic tables also flipped.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Sw Midland, NC
UNK mph
Jul 12, 2026
7:36 PM UTC
Wind report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large limb reported down on Davis Rd at Ruby Linder Rd. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 S Waxhaw, NC
UNK mph
Jul 12, 2026
7:30 PM UTC
Wind report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Power outage attributed to fallen trees or limbs over a broad area near Waxhaw Creek Rd. Time estimated.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 SSW Waxhaw, NC
UNK mph
Jul 10, 2026
8:10 PM UTC
Wind report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 Call Center reported a few trees and powerlines down in the Monroe area.
NWS Wind Report Location: Monroe, NC
UNK mph
Jul 10, 2026
8:00 PM UTC
Wind report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 Call Center reported a few trees and powerlines down in Fairview.
NWS Wind Report Location: Fairview, NC
UNK mph
Jul 10, 2026
8:00 PM UTC
Wind report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NNW Waxhaw, NC
UNK mph
Jul 10, 2026
7:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 Call Center reported a few trees and powerlines down in the Stallings area.
NWS Wind Report Location: Stallings, NC
UNK mph
Jul 5, 2026
9:35 PM UTC
Wind report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Dozens of power outages reported between Fairview and the Cabarrus County line.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Fairview, NC
UNK mph
Jul 5, 2026
9:30 PM UTC
Wind report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Ham radio operator reports a tree blown down at Highway 601 and Brief Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SW Midland, NC
UNK mph
Jun 27, 2026
10:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 4 NNW Trinity. Tree down on roadway.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NNW Trinity, NC
UNK mph
Jun 27, 2026
10:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 5 S Waxhaw. Trees down on powerlines.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 S Waxhaw, NC
UNK mph
Jun 27, 2026
10:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 4 S Waxhaw. Trees down in yard.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 S Waxhaw, 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 Union County

19 reports
UNK category
Mar 5, 2025
1:34 PM UTC
Tornado report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Storm survey team determined EF1 damage with estimated 90 mph peak wind. The tornado lasted about 3 minutes and was 2.24 miles long and 75 yards wide.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 SSW Fairview, NC
EF0 category
Dec 28, 2015
4:58 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: NWS Storm Survey found the path of a brief, weak tornado that touched down along Jug Broome Rd south of Monroe and moved northeast for less than a mile before lifting along E Sandy Ridge Rd. Five sheds and outbuildings were damaged or destroyed and multiple trees downed. The wall of one home sitting on concrete blocks was shifted about one foot. Additionally, a camper was rolled on its side.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .31 SE Alton, NC
EF0 category
Sep 5, 2011
6:51 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: This brief, weak tornado touched down at a farm site just southwest of the intersection of Ridge Rd and C.J. Thomas Rd. The tornado traveled around one-half mile before lifting near Bernard Thompson Rd. A few barns received roof damage and some trees were blown down.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.23 WSW Unionville, NC
EF0 category
Apr 16, 2011
11:59 AM EST-5
Tornado report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An area of weak tornado damage began on the north side of Monroe, just west of highway 74 along Williams Rd. Part of the metal roof was blown off a building and some trees were blown down here. The tornado skipped northeast across highway 74 and damaged some outbuildings and blew out the plastic roof covering of an outdoor garden center. The tornado continued northeast, blowing down a few trees as it approached Secrest Shortcut Rd. Part of an outbuilding was destroyed just west of Red Fox Run Rd. The tornado continued over Secrest Hill Dr and Barbee Farm Dr, uprooting pine trees, snapping small trees and causing minor structural damage to homes. As the tornado continued northeast, it may have lifted briefly near Maple Hill Rd before touching down again near the intersection of Ridge Rd and Concord Highway. The metal roof of an outbuilding was tossed about 100 yards and some trees uprooted in a wooded area at this location. The tornado appeared to lift shortly thereafter, just before the intersection of Concord highway and Sikes Mill Rd.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .89 SE Bakers, NC
F0 category
Jul 4, 2001
7:38 PM EST
Tornado report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A "gustnado" formed along a gust front ahead of a line of thunderstorms. The small tornado destroyed a 70 X 70 barn by lifting its roof and carrying it 100 yards and dropping it to the ground. A refrigerator inside the barn had its door removed and a large post, buried three feet into the ground, was pulled out and carried about 100 yards. The vortex lifted briefly, then carved a 10-foot wide path through soybean fields.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 8 NE Monroe, NC
F1 category
Apr 13, 1996
7:03 PM EST
Tornado report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 20 S Monroe, NC
F0 category
Apr 12, 1995
3:23 PM EST
Tornado report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Two miles south of Stallings, on Chestnut Road, a small tornado produced significant damage to a barn and a large outbuilding. The roof on a small local business also received damage. Numerous trees were blown down. One injury occurred when the wind slammed a door on a resident's hand.
NWS Tornado Report Location: S Stallings, NC
F3 category
Oct 18, 1990
3:00 PM EST
Tornado report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NC
F4 category
May 5, 1989
6:01 PM CST
Tornado report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NC
F1 category
May 24, 1988
2:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NC
F1 category
Mar 28, 1984
5:10 PM CST
Tornado report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NC
F2 category
Mar 6, 1983
6:20 PM CST
Tornado report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NC
F2 category
May 18, 1980
1:40 AM CST
Tornado report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NC
F1 category
Jun 6, 1978
4:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, NC
F1 category
Jul 12, 1977
12:15 PM CST
Tornado report for Union County, NC
Union County · 75,130 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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U.S. Census Data · County

Union County, NC area census snapshot

People & households
Population244,975
Households82,231
Housing units86,730
Income
Median household income$99,243
$100k+ households45.2%
$150k+ households20.7%
Housing stock
Single-family detached75,130
Attached single-family2,502
Small multifamily3,264
Large multifamily1,680
Mobile homes4,154
Housing mix
Single-family share86.6%
Attached-home share2.9%
Multifamily share5.7%
Mobile-home share4.8%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied67,303
Renter-occupied14,928
Vacant units4,499
Home value & age
Median home value$374,400
Owner homes $300k+64.4%
Owner homes $500k+31.7%
Owner homes $750k+11.4%
Median year built1999
Older-home share20.2%
Vehicle context
Households with cars80,302
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 124 hail, 319 wind, and 19 tornado reports in Union County, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 21, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Union County?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in Union County is 2.25″. It was reported near Waxhaw, NC on April 9, 2011.

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

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

I am selling a home in Union 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 Union County address?

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