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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Grafton, OH

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Grafton, OH from November 27, 1965 through June 18, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
11
Wind Reports
24
Tornado Reports
2
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Grafton, OH · 1965–present Updated  Daily · last Jun 18, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Grafton, OH

11 reports
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1.00″ hail
Apr 15, 2026
9:53 PM UTC
Hail report for Grafton, OH
Lorain County · 103,313 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Grafton, OH
1.25″ hail
Apr 15, 2026
9:48 PM UTC
Hail report for Grafton, OH
Lorain County · 103,313 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Time estimated via radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 W Grafton, OH
1.00″ hail
May 2, 2025
6:10 PM UTC
Hail report for Grafton, OH
Lorain County · 103,313 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 WSW Grafton, OH
1.75″ hail
Jul 23, 2013
1:28 PM EST-5
Hail report for Grafton, OH
Lorain County · 103,313 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported golf ball size hail in Grafton.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Grafton, OH
1.00″ hail
Apr 20, 2011
11:29 PM EST-5
Hail report for Grafton, OH
Lorain County · 103,313 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter sized hail was observed.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Grafton, OH
0.75″ hail
May 25, 2007
2:55 PM EST-5
Hail report for Grafton, OH
Lorain County · 103,313 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail was observed.
NWS Hail Report Location: WNW Grafton, OH
0.75″ hail
May 18, 2006
1:00 PM EST
Hail report for Grafton, OH
Lorain County · 103,313 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail was observed.
NWS Hail Report Location: Grafton, OH
0.75″ hail
Apr 20, 2005
2:52 PM EST
Hail report for Grafton, OH
Lorain County · 103,313 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail was observed.
NWS Hail Report Location: Grafton, OH
0.75″ hail
May 17, 2004
5:20 PM EST
Hail report for Grafton, OH
Lorain County · 103,313 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail was observed.
NWS Hail Report Location: Grafton, OH
0.75″ hail
Jun 29, 2000
2:50 PM EST
Hail report for Grafton, OH
Lorain County · 103,313 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Dime size hail was observed at a golf course just outside of Grafton.
NWS Hail Report Location: Grafton, OH
0.75″ hail
Jun 28, 1994
9:51 PM EST
Hail report for Grafton, OH
Lorain County · 103,313 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Grafton, OH
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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 Grafton, OH

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UNK mph
Jun 18, 2026
4:29 AM UTC
Wind report for Grafton, OH
Lorain County · 103,313 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Delayed report of a tree down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 SE Grafton, OH
UNK mph
Jun 29, 2024
3:40 PM UTC
Wind report for Grafton, OH
Lorain County · 103,313 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down at the corner of Grafton Road and route 83. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SSE Grafton, OH
UNK mph
Jun 18, 2024
6:23 PM UTC
Wind report for Grafton, OH
Lorain County · 103,313 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A vacant building collapsed on Avon Belden Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ENE Grafton, OH
UNK mph
Jul 25, 2022
3:35 AM UTC
Wind report for Grafton, OH
Lorain County · 103,313 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN ON ROAD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SW Grafton, OH
UNK mph
Jul 19, 2020
9:10 PM UTC
Wind report for Grafton, OH
Lorain County · 103,313 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: DELAYED REPORT. MULTIPLE TREES DOWN ACROSS GRAFTON. TIME ESTIMATED VIA RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Grafton, OH
UNK mph
May 30, 2017
3:36 AM UTC
Wind report for Grafton, OH
Lorain County · 103,313 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWNED AT THE INTERSECTION OF SR 82 AND COLUMBIA ROAD IN COLUMBIA TOWNSHIP.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 ENE Grafton, OH
UNK mph
May 30, 2017
3:33 AM UTC
Wind report for Grafton, OH
Lorain County · 103,313 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DAMAGED WAS REPORTED TO CAUSE POWER OUTAGES SOUTHEAST OF GRAFTON IN LORAIN COUNTY WEST OF THE INTERSECTION OF GRAFTON AND COWLEY ROAD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SE Grafton, OH
58 mph
Jul 8, 2014
12:33 PM EST-5
Wind report for Grafton, OH
Lorain County · 103,313 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A National Weather Service employee reported several large limbs down southeast of Grafton.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2.07 S Grafton Mole Fld Arp, OH
58 mph
Jan 30, 2008
12:06 AM EST-5
Wind report for Grafton, OH
Lorain County · 103,313 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees and a few utility poles were reported down.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Grafton, OH
58 mph
Oct 28, 2006
2:25 PM EST-5
Wind report for Grafton, OH
Lorain County · 103,313 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree and large limb was reported down.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Grafton, OH
58 mph
Jul 26, 2005
5:20 PM EST
Wind report for Grafton, OH
Lorain County · 103,313 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A few large limbs were reported down.
NWS Wind Report Location: Grafton, OH
58 mph
Jul 18, 2005
6:52 PM EST
Wind report for Grafton, OH
Lorain County · 103,313 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A few large limbs were reported down.
NWS Wind Report Location: Grafton, OH
UNK mph
Sep 14, 2002
6:55 PM EST
Wind report for Grafton, OH
Lorain County · 103,313 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm winds downed several trees in Elyria and a few large limbs in Grafton.
NWS Wind Report Location: Grafton, OH
UNK mph
Aug 12, 2002
2:55 PM EST
Wind report for Grafton, OH
Lorain County · 103,313 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm winds downed many trees in Grafton and nearby Eaton Township. At least one house was damaged by trees.
NWS Wind Report Location: Grafton, OH
UNK mph
Jul 28, 1999
10:25 AM EST
Wind report for Grafton, OH
Lorain County · 103,313 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees downed.
NWS Wind Report Location: Grafton, OH
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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 Grafton, OH

2 reports
UNK category
Apr 9, 2020
3:30 AM UTC
Tornado report for Grafton, OH
Lorain County · 103,313 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: THIS IS THE INITIAL TOUCHDOWN OF A TORNADO. DAMAGE INDICATIVE OF AN EF-1 TORNADO HAS BEEN FOUND SO FAR. A NWS STORM SURVEY CONTINUES.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 SSE Grafton, OH
EF1 category
Jul 8, 2014
12:33 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Grafton, OH
Lorain County · 103,313 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado started as an EF0 in extreme eastern central Lorain County near the intersection of Island Road and Route 303. The tornado quickly became an EF1 in Medina County and tracked around 7 miles before lifting up near the intersection of Grafton and Marks Roads. Along the 7.3 mile path of the tornado, much of the damage was to trees that were knocked down or uprooted. Some shingle and mainly minor structure damage also occurred. A barn on Station Road was moderately damaged. The max path width was 200 yards and the maximum estimated speed was 94 mph. The tornado was on the ground approximately 7 minutes. Scattered downed trees and limbs observed east of this location was determined to be a result of straight line winds.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.22 NE Belden, OH
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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 · City

Grafton, OH area census snapshot

People & households
Population5,665
Households919
Housing units982
Income
Median household income$88,352
$100k+ households50.2%
$150k+ households11.1%
Housing stock
Single-family detached844
Attached single-family28
Small multifamily105
Large multifamily5
Mobile homes0
Housing mix
Single-family share86.0%
Attached-home share2.9%
Multifamily share11.2%
Mobile-home share--
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied729
Renter-occupied190
Vacant units63
Home value & age
Median home value$198,500
Owner homes $300k+29.8%
Owner homes $500k+7.1%
Owner homes $750k+--
Median year built1977
Older-home share55.5%
Vehicle context
Households with cars892
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 11 hail, 24 wind, and 2 tornado reports in and near Grafton, OH, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on June 18, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Grafton?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Grafton, OH is 1.75″. It was reported near N Grafton, OH on July 23, 2013.

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

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

I am selling a home in Grafton — 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 Grafton address?

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