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

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Lancaster, SC from August 4, 1973 through July 10, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Hail Reports
38
Wind Reports
90
Tornado Reports
1
Max Hail Size
2.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Lancaster, SC · 1973–present Updated  Daily · last Jul 10, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Lancaster, SC

30 reports
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1.00″ hail
Aug 18, 2024
9:59 PM UTC
Hail report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Lancaster County 911 reported 1 hail at the building. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: Lancaster, SC
2.00″ hail
Apr 20, 2024
8:57 PM UTC
Hail report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Trained spotter relayed 2 inch hail report via Twitter. Hail lasted about 10 minutes.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 NE Lancaster, SC
1.00″ hail
Apr 20, 2024
8:54 PM UTC
Hail report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report from mPING of Quarter sized hail north of Lancaster.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 N Lancaster, SC
1.00″ hail
Jun 3, 2022
8:34 PM UTC
Hail report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 N Lancaster, SC
1.75″ hail
Jun 3, 2022
8:30 PM UTC
Hail report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HALF DOLLAR TO GOLF BALL SIZED HAIL. LOTS OF TREES DOWN AND POWER POLES SNAPPED IN THE VICINITY AS WELL. PICTURES FORWARDED ON SOCIAL MEDIA. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 NNE Lancaster, SC
1.00″ hail
Mar 15, 2016
12:59 AM UTC
Hail report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PUBLIC REPORTED QUARTER SIZE HAIL OFF KINROSS LANE NEAR CAROLINA RESERVE. STRONG WINDS THAT BLEW OVER TRASH CANS AND LASTED FOR ABOUT 10 MINUTES.
NWS Hail Report Location: 15 N Lancaster, SC
1.25″ hail
Apr 9, 2011
6:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported 1.25 inch hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.27 W Camp Creek, SC
1.75″ hail
Apr 9, 2011
6:07 PM EST-5
Hail report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Spotter reported golfball size hail in Lancaster.
NWS Hail Report Location: .57 W Lancaster, SC
1.25″ hail
Apr 9, 2011
5:53 PM EST-5
Hail report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported 1.25 inch hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.27 W Camp Creek, SC
1.00″ hail
Apr 9, 2011
5:30 PM EST-5
Hail report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported 1 inch hail in Lancaster.
NWS Hail Report Location: .57 W Lancaster, SC
1.75″ hail
Apr 9, 2011
5:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Lancaster EMA reported 3 separate episodes of hail. Golfball size hail occurred from 615-630pm, 1.5-2 inch hail occurred from 710-720pm. Pea to marble size hail occurred between 730-740pm. Hail covered the ground and there was one tree knocked down by a wind gust.
NWS Hail Report Location: .57 W Lancaster, SC
1.00″ hail
Apr 27, 2010
3:05 PM EST-5
Hail report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Public reported quarter size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 NE Lancaster, SC
0.75″ hail
Aug 5, 2009
5:06 PM EST-5
Hail report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Fire Dept. reported penny size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SSW Lancaster, SC
0.88″ hail
Aug 2, 2008
5:10 PM EST-5
Hail report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Sheriff reported nickel size hail in the Buford area.
NWS Hail Report Location: 9 SE Lancaster, SC
1.00″ hail
Jun 11, 2008
5:26 PM EST-5
Hail report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Emergency Manager reported nickel to quarter size hail on hwy 9 east of Lancaster.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 E Lancaster, 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 Lancaster, SC

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UNK mph
Jul 10, 2026
8:55 PM UTC
Wind report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees reported down in central Lancaster county... from the town of Lancaster down to Kershaw.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SSE Lancaster, SC
UNK mph
Jun 28, 2026
8:08 PM UTC
Wind report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Lancaster County Sheriffs Office reports numerous trees down in and around the city of Lancaster... SC. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Lancaster, SC
UNK mph
Aug 18, 2024
9:52 PM UTC
Wind report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Lancaster County dispatch reported trees down within the city limits.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WNW Lancaster, SC
UNK mph
May 8, 2024
9:20 PM UTC
Wind report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and limbs down on power lines on South Lake Drive.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ENE Lancaster Co Apt, SC
UNK mph
May 8, 2024
9:12 PM UTC
Wind report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SC highway patrol reported a tree in roadway at Flat Creek Road and McCowan Lane. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ESE Lancaster, SC
UNK mph
Jan 9, 2024
7:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Lancaster EM reported trees down on Colonial Ave Gillsbrook Rd. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WNW Lancaster, SC
UNK mph
Sep 7, 2023
10:53 PM UTC
Wind report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Lancaster County Dispatch reported trees down at Riverside Rd and University Dr. Time estimated base on radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 NNE Lancaster Co Apt, SC
UNK mph
Aug 12, 2022
11:21 PM UTC
Wind report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SC DOT REPORTED TREES DOWN ALONG WEST SHORE DRIVE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ENE Lancaster Co Apt, SC
UNK mph
Jun 17, 2022
10:32 PM UTC
Wind report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SOCIAL MEDIA PHOTO OF A TREE DOWN NEAR 407 PINE ST. BLOCKING THE ROAD. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 W Lancaster, SC
UNK mph
Jun 17, 2022
10:31 PM UTC
Wind report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SOCIAL MEDIA PHOTO OF A LARGE TREE BRANCH DOWN ON THE USC LANCASTER CAMPUS AT THE INTERSECTION OF HUBBARD DR. AND BROOK DR. DAMAGING ADJACENT METAL FENCING. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NW Lancaster, SC
UNK mph
Jun 16, 2022
9:33 PM UTC
Wind report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SC HIGHWAY PATROL REPORTED TREE IN ROADWAY AT THE INTERSECTION OF CRAIG FARM RD. AND MONTGOMERY RD. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Lancaster, SC
UNK mph
Jun 3, 2022
8:46 PM UTC
Wind report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: LARGE NUMBER OF TREES DOWN IN MANY PORTIONS OF NORTHERN LANCASTER COUNTY.
NWS Wind Report Location: Lancaster, SC
UNK mph
Jul 28, 2021
11:24 PM UTC
Wind report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: LANCASTER EM REPORTED TREE DOWN AT SHERIFF OFFICE. DAMAGE TWO VEHICLES.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E Lancaster, SC
UNK mph
Jun 28, 2020
9:49 PM UTC
Wind report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREE IN ROADWAY ON CAMP CREEK ROAD. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 ENE Lancaster, SC
UNK mph
Jun 28, 2020
9:48 PM UTC
Wind report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: TREES DOWN ON SHILOH UNITY ROAD. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 NE Lancaster, 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 Lancaster, SC

1 reports
UNK category
May 24, 2017
8:19 PM UTC
Tornado report for Lancaster, SC
Lancaster County · 32,436 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: NWS STORM SURVEY TEAM FOUND EF-0 TORNADO DAMAGE IN EXTREME NORTHERN LANCASTER COUNTY FROM SHILOH UNITY ROAD NORTHEAST TO THE NORTH CAROLINA STATE LINE. THE DAMAGE WAS MOSTLY CONFINED TO A CROP FIELD AND TREES. THE PATH WAS 50 YARDS OR SHORTER IN WIDTH WITH A LENGTH OF ONE HALF MILE LONG.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 10 NE Lancaster, 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

Lancaster, SC area census snapshot

People & households
Population8,738
Households3,552
Housing units3,920
Income
Median household income$43,234
$100k+ households20.5%
$150k+ households4.4%
Housing stock
Single-family detached2,606
Attached single-family55
Small multifamily564
Large multifamily496
Mobile homes199
Housing mix
Single-family share66.5%
Attached-home share1.4%
Multifamily share27.0%
Mobile-home share5.1%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied1,574
Renter-occupied1,978
Vacant units368
Home value & age
Median home value$226,300
Owner homes $300k+27.6%
Owner homes $500k+3.8%
Owner homes $750k+--
Median year built1973
Older-home share63.4%
Vehicle context
Households with cars3,018
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 38 hail, 90 wind, and 1 tornado reports in and near Lancaster, SC, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on July 10, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Lancaster?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Lancaster, SC is 2.00″. It was reported near Lancaster, SC on April 20, 2024.

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

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

I am selling a home in Lancaster — 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 Lancaster address?

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