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

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Bluffton, SC from May 3, 1984 through August 25, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 29910 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
43
Wind Reports
119
Tornado Reports
8
Max Hail Size
2.50″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Bluffton, SC · 1984–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 25, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Bluffton, SC

30 reports
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0.25″ hail
Aug 25, 2026
8:35 PM UTC
Hail report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Trained spotter reported pea sized hail near Hwy 170 and Hwy 46.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 W Pritchardville, SC
0.25″ hail
Aug 25, 2026
8:20 PM UTC
Hail report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported pea-sized hail and damage to small fence in the New River Neighborhood.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 W Pritchardville, SC
0.25″ hail
Aug 25, 2026
8:08 PM UTC
Hail report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported pea-sized hail and damage to small fence in the New River Neighborhood.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 W Pritchardville, SC
1.00″ hail
Jun 16, 2021
2:37 AM UTC
Hail report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A TRAINED SPOTTER REPORTED QUARTER SIZE HAIL NEAR SUNBEAM DRIVE.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 SSW Jasper, SC
1.00″ hail
Aug 7, 2019
10:10 PM UTC
Hail report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A TRAINED SPOTTER REPORTED QUARTER SIZED HAIL.
NWS Hail Report Location: Bluffton, SC
1.00″ hail
Apr 18, 2017
6:10 PM UTC
Hail report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL REPORTED ON BILTMORE DR IN SUN CITY
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NNW Pritchardville, SC
0.75″ hail
Aug 27, 2015
12:36 PM EST-5
Hail report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A trained spotter reported penny size hail at the intersection of Highway 278 and Malphrus Road.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.44 ENE Bluffton, SC
0.75″ hail
Apr 29, 2013
3:52 PM EST-5
Hail report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A trained spotter reported 3/4 inch hail near the intersection of Kendall Drive and Knightsville Road.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4.31 SSW Baileys Lndg, SC
1.75″ hail
Apr 29, 2013
3:35 PM EST-5
Hail report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Emergency Manager reported quarter to golf ball size hail in Sun City.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.12 NE Pritchard, SC
1.75″ hail
Apr 29, 2013
3:35 PM EST-5
Hail report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported hail the size of quarters to golf balls in the Island West Subdivision.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4.76 SSW Baileys Lndg, SC
1.00″ hail
Aug 16, 2012
2:25 PM EST-5
Hail report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Numerous reports of nickel to quarter sized hail in Bluffton. The spotter estimated that the hail fell for 5 minutes.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.27 NNW Bluffton, SC
1.00″ hail
Aug 16, 2012
2:22 PM EST-5
Hail report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public reported quarter sized hail in Pritchardville. Winds were also estimated at 50 miles per hour.
NWS Hail Report Location: .9 NE Pritchardville, SC
1.00″ hail
Jun 6, 2011
1:54 PM EST-5
Hail report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A trained spotter reported nickel to quarter size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.36 WSW Pritchardville, SC
1.75″ hail
Mar 27, 2011
2:40 PM EST-5
Hail report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Public reported golf ball size hail in Bluffton, South Carolina.
NWS Hail Report Location: .9 NE Bluffton, SC
1.00″ hail
Mar 27, 2011
2:36 PM EST-5
Hail report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Public reported quarter size hail in Bluffton, South Carolina.
NWS Hail Report Location: .9 NE Bluffton, 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 Bluffton, SC

30 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 25, 2026
8:21 PM UTC
Wind report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency management reported a tree down on two homes and a vehicle near the intersection of Banner Way and Anthem Drive. No injuries reported.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Wsw Pritchardville, SC
UNK mph
Aug 25, 2026
7:52 PM UTC
Wind report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency Manager reported a tree down on powerlines due to thunderstorm outflow near the 1st entrance to New Riverside neighborhood. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Wnw Pritchardville, SC
UNK mph
Aug 25, 2026
7:41 PM UTC
Wind report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency Manager reported a tree on a house on the 20th block of Sifted Grain Road due to thunderstorm outflow. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Nw Pritchardville, SC
UNK mph
Aug 25, 2026
7:28 PM UTC
Wind report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency Manager reported a tree down in front of the entry way of a residence's home due to thunderstorm outflow near the 100 block of Summerton Drive. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 N Bluffton, SC
UNK mph
Aug 23, 2026
12:50 AM UTC
Wind report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Beaufort 911 reported a tree down along Myrtle Ford Road. Time estimated based on radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Se Pritchardville, SC
UNK mph
Jul 27, 2026
12:30 AM UTC
Wind report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency manager reported a tree down blocking roadway at Burnt Church Rd and Bruin Rd_ and a tree limb across roadway at Brickyard Pt Rd. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 Nnw Bluffton, SC
UNK mph
Jul 27, 2026
12:30 AM UTC
Wind report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency manager reported a tree down blocking roadway at Burnt Church Rd and Bruin Rd_ a large tree limb down on bridge blocking traffic on Fording Island Rd_ and a tree limb across roadway at Bric
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 Nnw Bluffton, SC
UNK mph
Jun 18, 2026
8:33 PM UTC
Wind report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down at 872 Fording Island Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Bluffton, SC
UNK mph
Jun 18, 2026
8:27 PM UTC
Wind report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down at Buckwalter Pkwy at Shell Hall Dr.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NW Bluffton, SC
UNK mph
Jun 14, 2026
7:02 PM UTC
Wind report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Report received of two trees blown down in a yard in Bluffton.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSE Jasper, SC
UNK mph
Jun 10, 2025
1:41 PM UTC
Wind report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 10-12 inch diameter hardwood limb snapped off by thunderstorm wind.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 N Bluffton, SC
UNK mph
Mar 31, 2025
10:11 PM UTC
Wind report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree fell on vehicle. No injuries reported.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ESE Pritchardville, SC
UNK mph
May 24, 2024
8:49 PM UTC
Wind report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree Down on 10 Wharf St. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Bluffton, SC
UNK mph
Aug 15, 2023
8:02 PM UTC
Wind report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree in road near Fording Island Road and Malphrus Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ENE Bluffton, SC
UNK mph
Aug 9, 2023
1:03 AM UTC
Wind report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A 911 call center reported a tree down along New Riverside Rd. Time was estimated via radar data.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SE Pritchardville, 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 Bluffton, SC

8 reports
UNK category
Sep 30, 2024
11:35 AM UTC
Tornado report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Beaufort County Sheriff's Office reported a tree down from a tornado on Palmetto Bluff in Pritchardville.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 SW Bluffton, SC
UNK category
Sep 30, 2024
11:30 AM UTC
Tornado report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Beaufort County Sheriff's Office reported property damage from a tornado on Driftwood Drive on Daufuskie Island.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 SE Bluffton, SC
UNK category
Sep 30, 2024
11:20 AM UTC
Tornado report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF-0 tornado with max winds of 76 mph touched down near Headwaters Road in Palmetto Bluff near Pritchardville. The tornado moved north and crossed the far western marshy area of the May River before crossing May River Road. The tornado dissipated just to the north of May River Road. Path length was 1.27 miles with a path width of 100 yards.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 SE Pritchardville, SC
UNK category
Sep 30, 2024
11:16 AM UTC
Tornado report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Report relayed of a tree snapped and minor debris on Game Land Road. Possible tornado.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 SSW Bluffton, SC
EF0 category
Apr 8, 2010
10:11 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The National Weather Service in Charleston, South Carolina, in conjunction with Beaufort county Emergency Management, confirmed a small EF-0 tornado touched down at 1111 pm on April 8, 2010, two miles west of Bluffton and traveled northeast approximately 0.15 miles before dissipating. The tornado snapped off the tops of a few pine trees, a few of which landed on and damaged vehicles, tore off some aluminum flashing from homes, knocked down several fences, destroyed a shed and damaged a swing set. Maximum winds were estimated near 75 mph and the maximum path width was around 20 yards wide.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.88 WNW Bluffton, SC
F0 category
Jul 13, 2005
4:19 PM EST
Tornado report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Brief tornado reported near Pritchardville.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 W Bluffton, SC
F0 category
Jun 12, 2001
7:25 PM EST
Tornado report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 6 NE Bluffton, SC
F1 category
May 3, 1984
3:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Bluffton, SC
Beaufort County · 64,093 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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NWS Storm Reports & Census Data

U.S. Census Data · City

Bluffton, SC area census snapshot

People & households
Population31,323
Households11,300
Housing units12,335
Income
Median household income$105,463
$100k+ households53.1%
$150k+ households22.7%
Housing stock
Single-family detached10,105
Attached single-family1,065
Small multifamily374
Large multifamily727
Mobile homes64
Housing mix
Single-family share81.9%
Attached-home share8.6%
Multifamily share8.9%
Mobile-home share0.5%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied9,245
Renter-occupied2,055
Vacant units1,035
Home value & age
Median home value$444,500
Owner homes $300k+77.1%
Owner homes $500k+40.1%
Owner homes $750k+21.4%
Median year built2012
Older-home share2.7%
Vehicle context
Households with cars11,157
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 43 hail, 119 wind, and 8 tornado reports in and near Bluffton, SC, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 25, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Bluffton?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Bluffton, SC is 2.50″. It was reported near .9 NE Bluffton, SC on March 15, 2008.

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

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

I am selling a home in Bluffton — 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 Bluffton address?

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