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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Aiken, SC

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Aiken, SC from May 24, 1955 through September 6, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 29801 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
52
Wind Reports
182
Tornado Reports
8
Max Hail Size
2.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Aiken, SC · 1955–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 6, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Aiken, SC

30 reports
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0.75″ hail
Aug 13, 2026
9:07 PM UTC
Hail report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAM radio operator relayed a report of Dime Sized Hail at the Aiken County Complex via SLACK. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 N Aiken, SC
1.00″ hail
Jul 9, 2025
7:34 PM UTC
Hail report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report via social media of at least quarter-sized hail near the intersection of Redds Branch Rd and Steadman Rd in Aiken.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 ENE Aiken, SC
1.00″ hail
May 3, 2022
10:01 PM UTC
Hail report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: VIEWER REPORT WITH PHOTO OF QUARTER SIZED HAIL.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6 SSE Ridge Spring, SC
1.75″ hail
Mar 31, 2021
9:43 PM UTC
Hail report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: FACEBOOK POST SHOWED HAIL UP TO GOLF BALL SIZED... AND INDICATED THE LOCATION WAS OFF OF EXIT 22 ALONG I20. THIS LOCATION WAS DETERMINED BY THAT AND RADAR DATA.
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 S Ridge Spring, SC
1.00″ hail
May 22, 2020
8:14 PM UTC
Hail report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL REPORTED AT A CONVENIENCE STORE ON US HWY 1 NEAR EXIT 22 ON INTERSTATE 20.
NWS Hail Report Location: 9 NNE Aiken, SC
1.00″ hail
May 4, 2019
10:05 PM UTC
Hail report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PUBLIC REPORT OF HAIL AT MILE MARKER 19 ON I-20.
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 N Aiken, SC
1.00″ hail
Apr 3, 2017
8:05 PM UTC
Hail report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL AT TWO NOTCH ROAD AND BRANDY ROAD. .
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 ESE Aiken, SC
1.25″ hail
May 25, 2014
3:10 PM EST-5
Hail report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported quarter to half dollar size hail on New Bridge Road.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.21 NW Couchton, SC
1.00″ hail
Jul 5, 2012
5:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported hail with some stones as large as quarters covering the deck. Large tree limbs were also down on Gray Horse Hollow Road in Aiken.
NWS Hail Report Location: .9 SW Aiken, SC
0.75″ hail
Apr 1, 2012
8:48 PM EST-5
Hail report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported dime size hail near Aiken.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.55 SW Montmorenci, SC
0.75″ hail
Mar 31, 2012
8:48 PM EST-5
Hail report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.55 SW Montmorenci, SC
2.00″ hail
Sep 27, 2011
4:39 PM EST-5
Hail report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail larger than golfball size covering the ground on Wire Rd. outside of Aiken.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.75 E Balltown, SC
1.00″ hail
May 26, 2011
9:04 PM EST-5
Hail report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Sheriff reported nickel to quarter size hail on the south side of Aiken.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.5 SSW Aiken, SC
1.75″ hail
Jul 17, 2009
3:30 PM EST-5
Hail report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported golf ball size hail near state road 19 about 3 miles north of I-20.
NWS Hail Report Location: 8 N Aiken, SC
0.75″ hail
Mar 1, 2009
12:15 AM EST-5
Hail report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported penny size hail on Whiskey Road.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Aiken, SC
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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 Aiken, SC

30 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 6, 2026
10:58 PM UTC
Wind report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Aiken County EM reported via SLACK a downed tree and powerlines on Price Avenue. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Sse Aiken, SC
UNK mph
Sep 6, 2026
10:55 PM UTC
Wind report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Aiken County EM reported via SLACK a downed tree and powerlines on the intersection of Price Avenue and Two Notch Road. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Ene Aiken, SC
UNK mph
Sep 6, 2026
10:23 PM UTC
Wind report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Aiken County EM reported trees down at the intersection of Bradley Mill Rd and Wire Rd. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Sse Aiken Municipal A, SC
UNK mph
Sep 6, 2026
10:10 PM UTC
Wind report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Aiken County EM reported trees down in the 300 block of Cumbee Trail Rd. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 Nne Aiken Municipal A, SC
UNK mph
Sep 5, 2026
9:54 PM UTC
Wind report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Ne Aiken Municipal Ap, SC
UNK mph
Aug 21, 2026
6:24 PM UTC
Wind report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Center Fire Department reports that two trees had fallen across the roadway near Snipes Pond Road and Thornapple Street_ bringing down power lines and closing the road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 E Aiken Municipal Apt, SC
UNK mph
Aug 21, 2026
6:23 PM UTC
Wind report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Highway Patrol reports a tree down on I-20. Time estimated based on radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 Ne Aiken Municipal Ap, SC
UNK mph
Aug 13, 2026
9:11 PM UTC
Wind report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Aiken County emergency management relayed numerous reports of thunderstorm wind damage throughout the city and adjacent areas. This includes a downed power pole at the intersection of Marlboro and Wi
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Nne Aiken, SC
UNK mph
Jun 18, 2026
7:20 PM UTC
Wind report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Aiken EM reported tree fell and downed power lines near the entrance to Citizens Park at Woodvale Ln.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E Aiken, SC
UNK mph
Feb 16, 2025
12:36 PM UTC
Wind report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Aiken County Sheriff Dispatch reported a tree down on I20 at mile marker 22.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNE Aiken Municipal A, SC
UNK mph
Feb 16, 2025
12:27 PM UTC
Wind report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 1 NNE Aiken Municipal Apt. Aiken County Sheriff Dispatch reported a tree down on I20 at mile marker 22.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNE Aiken Municipal A, SC
UNK mph
Aug 3, 2024
8:17 PM UTC
Wind report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Aiken County Dispatch reported that a tree blew down in the roadway near the intersection of New Holland Rd and Wagener Rd. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 SE Aiken Municipal Ap, SC
UNK mph
May 15, 2024
8:42 PM UTC
Wind report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SC Dept of Public Safety reports trees down on Jehossee Dr SE in Aiken SC near Citizens Park. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E Aiken, SC
UNK mph
Jul 21, 2023
12:42 AM UTC
Wind report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Aiken dispatch reported widespread trees and powerlines down across the county. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NE Aiken, SC
UNK mph
Aug 3, 2022
9:40 PM UTC
Wind report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SEVERAL REPORTS FROM LOCAL EMERGENCY MANAGER AND PUBLIC OF TREES AND POWERLINES DOWN IN DOWNTOWN AIKEN. TREE REPORTED DOWN IN FRONT OF AIKEN LIBRARY WITH ANOTHER DOWN ALONG RICHLAND AVENUE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNE Aiken, SC
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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 Aiken, SC

8 reports
UNK category
Apr 3, 2017
8:08 PM UTC
Tornado report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: SEVERAL TREES DOWN IN MULTIPLE DIRECTIONS ALONG LONGWOOD DRIVE INDICATES THAT A BRIEF TORNADO OCCURRED IN THE AIKEN ESTATES SUBDIVISION.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 SW Aiken, SC
EF0 category
Mar 2, 2007
2:20 AM EST-5
Tornado report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF0 took down trees and did minor damage to a couple of homes along Talatha road.
NWS Tornado Report Location: N Aiken Afs, SC
F0 category
Nov 24, 2004
3:03 PM EST
Tornado report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Trained spotter did a site survey and reported an F0 touched down and uprooted trees at a horse farm on Cooke Bridge road.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 10 NE Aiken, SC
F0 category
Sep 27, 2004
12:39 PM EST
Tornado report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An F0 did moderate damage to a barn, camper, and roof of a home.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 9 NE Aiken, SC
F0 category
Sep 16, 2004
1:56 PM EST
Tornado report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Sheriff and Emergency manager reported trees down along the path of an F0 tornado that intermittently touched down. Trees were down from I-20 just south of US1 to 3 miles South of Ridge Spring on SC511 which is Pitts Branch road.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 N Aiken, SC
F0 category
Feb 14, 2000
5:10 AM EST
Tornado report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Storm survey found a small F0 track in area reported by EOC. Only damage was to trees.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 S Aiken, SC
F0 category
May 7, 1998
7:45 PM EST
Tornado report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An F0 tornado touched down near I-20 and SC highway 19 taking down trees.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 NNW Aiken, SC
UNK category
Aug 25, 1965
5:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Aiken, SC
Aiken County · 53,743 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, SC
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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

Aiken, SC area census snapshot

People & households
Population32,334
Households12,961
Housing units14,683
Income
Median household income$69,837
$100k+ households36.5%
$150k+ households15.0%
Housing stock
Single-family detached10,878
Attached single-family1,048
Small multifamily2,175
Large multifamily563
Mobile homes19
Housing mix
Single-family share74.1%
Attached-home share7.1%
Multifamily share18.7%
Mobile-home share0.1%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied9,032
Renter-occupied3,929
Vacant units1,722
Home value & age
Median home value$261,800
Owner homes $300k+38.7%
Owner homes $500k+14.3%
Owner homes $750k+4.4%
Median year built1987
Older-home share37.9%
Vehicle context
Households with cars12,098
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 52 hail, 182 wind, and 8 tornado reports in and near Aiken, SC, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 6, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Aiken?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Aiken, SC is 2.00″. It was reported near Balltown, SC on September 27, 2011.

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

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

I am selling a home in Aiken — 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 Aiken address?

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