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

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Darlington, SC from June 6, 1956 through June 25, 2025, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
53
Wind Reports
117
Tornado Reports
7
Max Hail Size
2.50″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Darlington, SC · 1956–present Updated  Daily · last Jun 25, 2025

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Darlington, SC

30 reports
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1.00″ hail
May 10, 2024
10:00 PM UTC
Hail report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Pictures of quarter sized hail reported via social media along Timmonsville Highway. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SSW Darlington, SC
1.25″ hail
May 10, 2024
9:12 PM UTC
Hail report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Picture of hail stones larger than a quarter in Mechanicsville submitted via social media. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 SE Mont Clare, SC
1.75″ hail
May 6, 2020
12:40 AM UTC
Hail report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: GOLF BALL SIZE HAIL REPORTED IN MECHANICSVILLE IN DARLINGTON COUNTY
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 SE Mont Clare, SC
2.50″ hail
May 6, 2020
12:30 AM UTC
Hail report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAIL ESTIMATED AROUND 2 TO 3 INCHES REPORTED ON NORTH MYRTLE ST NORTH OF DARLINGTON
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NE Darlington, SC
0.88″ hail
Aug 23, 2013
7:40 PM EST-5
Hail report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Pea to nickel size hail was reported along Society Hill Road. The time was estimated based on radar data.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.21 ESE Doneraile, SC
1.00″ hail
May 23, 2012
3:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail to the size of quarters was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: .3 WNW Darlington, SC
0.88″ hail
Mar 25, 2012
1:02 PM EST-5
Hail report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny to nickel size hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.09 E Palmetto, SC
0.75″ hail
Mar 18, 2012
2:02 PM EST-5
Hail report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail was reported in Westover Hills.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.37 SSE Mechanicsville, SC
0.88″ hail
Apr 9, 2011
7:20 PM EST-5
Hail report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail up to the size of nickels was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.33 ENE Rogers Xrds, SC
1.00″ hail
Apr 9, 2011
7:06 PM EST-5
Hail report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail to the size of quarters covered the ground.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.38 N Darlington, SC
0.75″ hail
Jun 29, 2010
5:20 PM EST-5
Hail report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail up to the size of pennies was reported along South Charleston Road. The hail lasted for 5 minutes.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.55 SSW Mechanicsville, SC
0.88″ hail
Jun 29, 2010
4:59 PM EST-5
Hail report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail reportedly fell along Highway 52. The hail was measured at up to 0.88 inches.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.8 NW Darlington, SC
0.88″ hail
Apr 14, 2009
4:11 PM EST-5
Hail report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail up to the size of nickels was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.08 NW Mechanicsville, SC
0.75″ hail
Aug 2, 2008
7:58 PM EST-5
Hail report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail was reported along Mineral Springs Road.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.23 NNW Darlington, SC
0.88″ hail
Aug 2, 2008
7:52 PM EST-5
Hail report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: .2 NNW Darlington, 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 Darlington, SC

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UNK mph
Jun 25, 2025
10:29 PM UTC
Wind report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Chestnut St in Darlington
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SSW Darlington, SC
UNK mph
May 29, 2025
8:28 PM UTC
Wind report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Roof blown off Dominion Church along McIver Rd. Emergency Manager said damage was highly localized near the structure with only a single downed limb observed otherwise. Time estimated.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 SE Darlington, SC
UNK mph
Feb 16, 2025
1:54 PM UTC
Wind report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down in Darlington County along Potato House Road. Report arrived at 9:01 AM... damage time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 W Darlington, SC
59 mph
Jan 10, 2024
12:13 AM UTC
Wind report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The AWOS station at KUDG recorded a wind gust of 51 knots (59 mph).
NWS Wind Report Location: Darlington, SC
UNK mph
Jan 9, 2024
10:05 PM UTC
Wind report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees reported down in the eastern part of Darlington County.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 ENE Darlington, SC
UNK mph
Aug 15, 2023
9:11 PM UTC
Wind report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree snapped approximately 10 feet above base entirely blocking South Charleston Road near intersection with Pocket Road east of Darlington... SC. Time estimated based on radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 E Darlington, SC
UNK mph
Aug 15, 2023
8:30 PM UTC
Wind report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree snapped approximately 10 feet above base blocking South Charleston Road near intersection with Pocket Road east of Darlington... SC. Other large trees uprooted near same location. Approximate time provided by reporter.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 E Darlington, SC
62 mph
Jul 23, 2023
10:20 PM UTC
Wind report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tempest Weather System... ID...Pee Dee REC
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 E Darlington, SC
UNK mph
Jun 18, 2022
12:18 AM UTC
Wind report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN IN ROADWAY ON OLD GEORGETOWN RD IN DARLINGTON COUNTY
NWS Wind Report Location: 8 E Darlington, SC
UNK mph
Jun 18, 2022
12:04 AM UTC
Wind report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN IN ROADWAY AT LIDE SPRINGS RD AND ISGETT RD
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NE Darlington, SC
UNK mph
Jan 3, 2022
10:55 AM UTC
Wind report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE REPORTED IN ROADWAY NEAR INTERSECTION OF LIDE SPRINGS RD AND WILLOWTREE RD.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NE Liberty Heights, SC
UNK mph
Jan 12, 2020
5:00 AM UTC
Wind report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES DOWN NEAR PIGGLY WIGGLY IN DARLINGTON.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 W Darlington, SC
UNK mph
Jun 20, 2019
9:17 PM UTC
Wind report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE DOWN ON POWER LINE ON WEST BROAD ST IN DARLINGTON
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Darlington, SC
UNK mph
Jun 5, 2019
7:10 PM UTC
Wind report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: AROUND 100 POWER OUTAGES REPORTED IN THE CITY OF DARLINGTON WITH POWER LINES DOWN OUTSIDE OF THE CITY. EVENT FIRST REPORTED AT 310 PM.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 W Darlington, SC
UNK mph
Apr 19, 2019
7:20 PM UTC
Wind report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TRAINED SPOTTER REPORTED MULTIPLE TREES DOWN AND 70MPH WIND GUSTS FROM A HOME WEATHER STATION BETWEEN DARLINGTON AND FLORENCE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSE Darlington, 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 Darlington, SC

7 reports
EF1 category
Apr 25, 2010
7:08 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A National Weather Service Storm Survey Team confirmed an EF1 tornado with winds up to 100 mph. A tornado briefly touched down along South Charleston Road. The tornado uprooted or snapped about a dozen hardwood trees, some as large as 18 inches in diameter.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.16 SSW Mechanicsville, SC
EF2 category
Apr 25, 2010
6:45 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A National Weather Service Storm Survey Team confirmed an EF2 tornado with winds estimated to 115 mph. The tornado first touched down near Syracuse Street and Rogers Road. An unanchored double-wide mobile home was rolled off its foundation and onto its side. Several trees along Syracuse Street were uprooted or snapped or had large branches broken off. Several homes suffered minor to moderate shingle damage, largely as a result of fallen trees or branches. The damage was rated EF1 with winds to 90 mph. After briefly lifting, the tornado touched down as it approached Highway 401 and caused major damage to a large steel building. Two bay doors were blown in and a large portion of the roof was lifted and blown off. Sheet metal from the roof was strewn for about 200 yards. A small wooden garage and building were destroyed before the tornado lifted near Highway 401. The damage was rated EF1 with winds to 100 mph. The tornado touched down one last time between Lightly Street and Southern Pine Street. Numerous hardwood trees were uprooted or snapped. A few of these trees, with diameters up to 24 inches, were snapped a few feet from the ground. There was significant damage to some residential homes, primarily the result of falling trees or branches. The tornado continued across Highway 52 business where several businesses and structures sustained minor to moderate damage. A set of car wash bays were blown over and a church lost many shingles and a small portion of its roof. The tornado then continued east of Highway 52 business through a residential neighborhood. Several large trees up to 20 inches in diameter were uprooted. A large section of roof was blown off a home. Cain Elementary School suffered significant damage. Many awnings at the school were damaged or destroyed and one building lost half its roof. Shortly after causing the roof damage to Cain Elementary, the tornado caused more tree damage as it lifted through the treetops. As these trees or their branches fell, several residences sustained minor to moderate damage to include some roof shingle damage. The damage was rated EF2 with winds to 115 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .45 WNW Darlington Moores Ar, SC
F1 category
May 14, 2006
4:40 PM EST
Tornado report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A National Weather Service Storm Survey concluded an F1 tornado with winds estimated to 100 mph tracked along a path 1000 yards long and 15 yards wide causing spotty damage along South Center Rd near the intersection with Lake Swamp Rd. Four homes were damaged and a mobile home and one old house were destroyed. One person suffered minor injuries. There was also a report of golfball size hail with trees down on houses and barns along South Center Rd.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 7 SW Darlington, SC
F0 category
Sep 7, 2004
4:47 PM EST
Tornado report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Tornado snapped numerous trees.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 7 ESE Darlington, SC
F1 category
Sep 7, 2004
2:11 PM EST
Tornado report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Tornado snapped several trees and damaged a mobile home.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 7 NNE Darlington, SC
F0 category
Sep 7, 2004
11:35 AM EST
Tornado report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado snapped trees, some of which fell onto several homes and damaged roofs.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 SW Darlington, SC
F2 category
Aug 29, 1964
8:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Darlington, SC
Darlington County · 18,970 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

Darlington, SC area census snapshot

People & households
Population6,128
Households2,606
Housing units3,150
Income
Median household income$31,240
$100k+ households17.0%
$150k+ households4.4%
Housing stock
Single-family detached2,289
Attached single-family34
Small multifamily584
Large multifamily99
Mobile homes144
Housing mix
Single-family share72.7%
Attached-home share1.1%
Multifamily share21.7%
Mobile-home share4.6%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied1,308
Renter-occupied1,298
Vacant units544
Home value & age
Median home value$163,000
Owner homes $300k+12.5%
Owner homes $500k+6.7%
Owner homes $750k+3.6%
Median year built1966
Older-home share75.0%
Vehicle context
Households with cars2,091
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 53 hail, 117 wind, and 7 tornado reports in and near Darlington, SC, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on June 25, 2025.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Darlington?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Darlington, SC is 2.50″. It was reported near Darlington, SC on May 6, 2020.

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

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

I am selling a home in Darlington — 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 Darlington address?

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