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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in Dorchester County, SC

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports across Dorchester County, SC from April 14, 1955 through September 6, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 29483 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
168
Wind Reports
537
Tornado Reports
22
Max Hail Size
2.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Dorchester County, SC · 1955–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 6, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in Dorchester County

30 reports
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1.00″ hail
Jun 10, 2024
11:45 PM UTC
Hail report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Spotter reported quarter size hail and gusty winds.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 WSW Ladson, SC
1.75″ hail
Jun 10, 2024
11:42 PM UTC
Hail report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Individual reported golf ball sized hail along Ladson Road. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 WSW Ladson, SC
1.75″ hail
Jun 10, 2024
11:40 PM UTC
Hail report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: NWS employee reported golf ball size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SSE Knightsville, SC
1.50″ hail
Jun 10, 2024
11:38 PM UTC
Hail report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Ping pong ball size hail near Beech Hill Elementary.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 SSE Knightsville, SC
1.50″ hail
Jun 10, 2024
11:35 PM UTC
Hail report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Emergency manager reported hail close to golf ball size. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 SSW Knightsville, SC
1.00″ hail
Apr 7, 2022
12:56 AM UTC
Hail report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 SW Ladson, SC
1.00″ hail
Apr 6, 2022
9:28 PM UTC
Hail report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PUBLIC RELAYED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA A REPORT OF QUARTER SIZED HAIL IN SUMMERS CORNER.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 SSW Knightsville, SC
1.00″ hail
Dec 30, 2021
10:10 PM UTC
Hail report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A SPOTTER REPORTED QUARTER SIZE HAIL NEAR THE INTERSECTION OF BOONE HILL AND OLD ORANGEBURG RD.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SSE Knightsville, SC
1.00″ hail
Mar 31, 2021
11:26 PM UTC
Hail report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAIL FELL FOR ABOUT 2 MINUTES.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SSW Summerville, SC
1.25″ hail
Aug 14, 2019
6:58 PM UTC
Hail report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A PICTURE OF HAIL THE SIZE OF A HALF DOLLAR COIN WAS SHARED BY THE PUBLIC ON SOCIAL MEDIA. TIME IS ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 S Summerville, SC
1.00″ hail
Aug 14, 2019
6:56 PM UTC
Hail report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A TRAINED SPOTTER REPORTED QUARTER-SIZED HAIL NEAR OLD TROLLEY ROAD AND DORCHESTER ROAD.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 SW Ladson, SC
2.00″ hail
Jul 3, 2019
11:51 PM UTC
Hail report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SOCIAL MEDIA PICTURE INDICATES A IRREGULAR HAIL STONE.
NWS Hail Report Location: Knightsville, SC
1.00″ hail
Jul 3, 2019
11:45 PM UTC
Hail report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PUBLIC REPORTED QUARTER SIZE HAIL ON SHINNECOCK HILLS ROAD AND WENTWORTH HALL AT PINE FOREST GOLF CLUB.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 N Knightsville, SC
1.25″ hail
Jul 3, 2019
11:45 PM UTC
Hail report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SOCIAL MEDIA PICTURE SHOWED A HALF DOLLAR SIZED HAIL STONE. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR DATA.
NWS Hail Report Location: Summerville, SC
1.00″ hail
Jun 4, 2019
7:31 PM UTC
Hail report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: ALONG OLD BEECH HILL ROAD. TIME ESTIMATED BASED ON RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SSW Givhans, 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 Dorchester County

30 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 6, 2026
10:00 PM UTC
Wind report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The South Carolina Highway Patrol reported a tree down along I-26 Eastbound. This was due to outflow. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Ne Dorchester, SC
UNK mph
Sep 6, 2026
9:57 PM UTC
Wind report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The Dorchester County 911 Call Center reported a tree down blocking the roadway along with a powerline_ along Quaker Road near the intersection of Dogwood Drive. This was due to outflow. Time estimat
NWS Wind Report Location: Saint George, SC
UNK mph
Aug 19, 2026
10:11 PM UTC
Wind report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Orangeburg Road at the traffic circle near Pinewood Prep. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Knightsville, SC
UNK mph
Aug 19, 2026
9:52 PM UTC
Wind report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down along Renau Blvd. The tree block half of the roadway. Powerlines were involved. Time estimated based on radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Ne Orchard Hill, SC
UNK mph
Aug 14, 2026
11:35 PM UTC
Wind report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency manager shared pictures of a tree down on house in the Archdale neighborhood. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 W Charleston Airport, SC
UNK mph
Aug 13, 2026
10:22 PM UTC
Wind report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: South Carolina highway patrol reported a tree down on Rogers Branch Rd near School St. Likely due to thunderstorm outflow.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Ene Ridgeville, SC
UNK mph
Jul 12, 2026
6:17 PM UTC
Wind report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency Manager reported a tree down on the the 9000 block of Dorchester Road. Blocking part of a the roadway.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 SSW Ladson, SC
UNK mph
Jul 11, 2026
8:54 PM UTC
Wind report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency Manager reported multiple trees down in Watson Hill neighborhood across from Highway 61.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 SW Ladson, SC
UNK mph
Jul 11, 2026
8:48 PM UTC
Wind report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency Manager reported multiple trees have fallen on top of buildings.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 S Knightsville, SC
UNK mph
Jul 11, 2026
8:45 PM UTC
Wind report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Charleston County Emergency Management reported a tree blocking the road on Hollytree Circle near Lincolnville Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WNW Ladson, SC
UNK mph
Jul 11, 2026
8:42 PM UTC
Wind report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency Manager reported a tree down and power lines down on Furlong Drive. Blocking both lanes.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ESE Knightsville, SC
UNK mph
Jul 11, 2026
8:36 PM UTC
Wind report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Emergency Manager reported that a tree fell down on a transformer and caught on fire on the 300 block of Summerset Lane.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 WNW Knightsville, SC
UNK mph
Jul 11, 2026
8:32 PM UTC
Wind report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down blocking the road near the intersection of Wire Road and Givhans Ferry Road. Time estimated by radar... with outflow boundary followed by a thunderstorm.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 NW Givhans, SC
UNK mph
Jul 11, 2026
8:26 PM UTC
Wind report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SC Highway Patrol reported a tree down at the intersection of Wire Road and Smoke Road. Time estimated by radar and appears to be due to outflow.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 SW Dorchester, SC
UNK mph
Jul 11, 2026
8:25 PM UTC
Wind report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down blocking both lanes near the intersection of Wire Road and Cane Island Road. Time estimated by radar... with outflow followed by a thunderstorm.
NWS Wind Report Location: 6 SW Dorchester, 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 Dorchester County

22 reports
UNK category
Apr 5, 2022
11:19 PM UTC
Tornado report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: NWS STORM SURVEY DETERMINED THAT AN EF-0 TORNADO CROSSED EAST MAIN STREET NEAR HARLEYVILLE WITH SPORADIC TREE DAMAGE BEFORE ENDING AT THIS LOCATION. THIS MARKED THE END OF A 5.6 MILE TORNADO TRACK.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 ESE Harleyville, SC
UNK category
Apr 5, 2022
11:12 PM UTC
Tornado report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: NWS STORM SURVEY DETERMINED THAT AN EF-0 TORNADO TOUCHED DOWN NEAR THE INTERSECTION OF U.S. ROUTE 78 AND HORNE TAYLOR ROAD. THE TORNADO TRACKED NORTHEAST AND PRODUCED SPORADIC TREE DAMAGE THROUGH A MAINLY WOODED AREA ALONG A PATH 5.6 MILES LONG AND 50 YARDS WIDE.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 ESE Saint George, SC
UNK category
Sep 17, 2020
1:13 PM UTC
Tornado report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: DAMAGE SURVEY INDICATED THAT A TORNADO TRACKED ACROSS COCKADOO FARM ROAD AND NEIGHBORHOOD DRIVE. DAMAGE WAS CONCENTRATED ON A TREE FARM ALONG COCKADOO FARM ROAD... OVERTURNING HUNDREDS OF POTTED TREES AND SHURBS AND SNAPPING OR UPROOTING DOZENS OF TREES. A FEW HOMES HAD SHINGLE OR SIDING DAMAGE. SEE PUBLIC INFORMATION STATEMENT FOR MORE INFORMATION.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 NE Reevesville, SC
UNK category
Apr 18, 2020
11:10 AM UTC
Tornado report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE DAMAGE SURVEY TEAM HAS CONFIRMED AN EF-1 TORNADO NEAR GIVHANS. THE TORNADO TOUCHED DOWN NEAR ROUTE 61 AND DAMAGED TREES ALONG A 2.29 MILE PATH. PLEASE SEE THE PUBLIC INFORMATION STATEMENT (PNS) REGARDING THIS TORNADO FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 WNW Givhans, SC
EF1 category
Jun 4, 2013
2:41 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An NWS survey team determined a tornado touched down just north of the Duncan Chapel Cemetery near Duncan Chapel Road. The tornado moved south|southeast while crossing Interstate 95 just south of the Duncan Chapel|Road Bridge. The tornado crossed a number of fields and forested areas, including a livestock field before lifting in an open area off Quail Ridge Road. The tornado damaged corn crops and trees along its path. No significant structures were known have been damaged. Based on the level and type of damage observed, the tornado was rated ef-1 on the Enhanced Fujita Scale with maximum winds of 85 to 90 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4.17 NW Rosinville, SC
EF1 category
Jun 4, 2013
2:39 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An NWS storm survey team determined a tornado initially touched down 5 miles east of Bowman, South Carolina and traveled southeast out of Orangeburg County and into northern Dorchester County. The tornado crossed Interstate 95 just north of the Duncan Chapel Road Bridge and continued southeast across Pinebreak Road, Weathers Farm Road and Hinkle Road before lifting near the intersection of U.S. Highway 15 and Duncan Chapel Road. The tornado damaged corn crops and numerous trees along its path. One house sustained minor roof|damage and a tree fell through a trailer. Based on the level and type of damage observed, the tornado was rated an ef-1 on the Enhanced Fujita Scale with maximum winds of 100 to 110 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4.65 NNW Rosinville, SC
EF1 category
Mar 15, 2008
7:08 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF1 Tornado was confirmed by a storm survey conducted by the Charleston, South Carolina National Weather Service Office. The Tornado touched down north of Ridgeville, South Carolina at the Carters fast stop gas station, and traveled 2.2 miles before lifting. The maximum width of the tornado was determined to be 40 yards. Roof panels were stripped from the Canopy at the Carters fast stop gas station, two mobile homes were damaged with one shifted 5 feet off its foundation and another having its windows and doors blown out. Additionally, a car was moved approximately 50 feet. The estimated maximum sustained winds in this EF1 Tornado were estimated to be between 100 and 110 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: .69 N Ridgeville, SC
F1 category
Apr 26, 2006
6:22 PM EST
Tornado report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Tornado occurred in the Iron Gate Subdivision in Summerville. This tornado touched down about 722 PM EDT and traveled NE about 100 yards before lifting. The tornado uprooted and snapped off numerous trees...tore off shingles...ripped off siding...and blew down a fence. A tree branch fell into a side door on a garage and knocked the door open. The wind from the tornado entered the garage through this door and partially pushed out the garage door. Maximum width of the tornado was 40 yards with estimated winds of 75 to 85 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Summerville, SC
F0 category
Apr 26, 2006
6:12 PM EST
Tornado report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Tornado touched down 5 miles SSE of Givhans at 712 PM EDT and traveled about 500 yards along Walterboro Road before lifting. The tornado uprooted or snapped off numerous large trees with one falling on a tractor trailer. Large limbs were also broken off. The maximum width of the tornado was 80 yards with winds estimated between 60 and 70 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 5 SSE Givhans, SC
F0 category
Sep 7, 2004
2:55 AM EST
Tornado report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A small tornado knocked down trees and large limbs.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 8 SE Harleyville, SC
F1 category
May 6, 2003
5:58 PM EST
Tornado report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Numerous tree tops were twisted and sheared off along with several trees being down in the vicinity of Clemson Terrace subdivision and just west of Jedburg. A large section of a roof on an industrial plant was taken off and there was roof damage to several homes in the path of the tornado. The tornado also displaced 4000 pound bales of steel wire at the plant.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 W Jedburg, SC
F0 category
May 4, 2002
7:55 PM EST
Tornado report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Brief tornado touch down in a wooded area several small trees were pushed over and some small limbs were twisted off.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 W Ridgeville, SC
F0 category
May 4, 2002
7:30 PM EST
Tornado report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado touched down briefly just outside of St. George. Several trees had branches that were twisted off and a several trees were pushed over.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 SE St George, SC
F0 category
May 10, 1998
4:20 PM EST
Tornado report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Several trees and large limbs down.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 NW Summerville, SC
F0 category
May 10, 1998
3:45 PM EST
Tornado report for Dorchester County, SC
Dorchester County · 44,271 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Roof on brick home damaged, shed destroyed , a boat was thrown 40 feet and a couple of trees were uprooted.
NWS Tornado Report Location: NNE St George, 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 · County

Dorchester County, SC area census snapshot

People & households
Population164,322
Households61,573
Housing units66,435
Income
Median household income$76,896
$100k+ households42.8%
$150k+ households17.8%
Housing stock
Single-family detached44,271
Attached single-family3,459
Small multifamily6,043
Large multifamily4,504
Mobile homes8,061
Housing mix
Single-family share66.6%
Attached-home share5.2%
Multifamily share15.9%
Mobile-home share12.1%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied46,442
Renter-occupied15,131
Vacant units4,862
Home value & age
Median home value$294,400
Owner homes $300k+48.2%
Owner homes $500k+11.4%
Owner homes $750k+3.3%
Median year built1999
Older-home share20.3%
Vehicle context
Households with cars59,761
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Top ZIP Codes with NWS Storm Reports in Dorchester County

29483 186
Summerville, SC Hail, wind & tornado reports
29472 153
Ridgeville, SC Hail, wind & tornado reports
29477 127
St. George, SC Hail, wind & tornado reports
29485 115
North Charleston, SC Hail, wind & tornado reports
29456 86
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29018 73
Bowman, SC Hail, wind & tornado reports
29414 73
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29432 72
Branchville, SC Hail, wind & tornado reports
29448 50
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29471 41
Reevesville, SC Hail, wind & tornado reports
29437 37
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29418 27
North Charleston, SC Hail, wind & tornado reports
29426 26
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29470 22
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29420 20
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 168 hail, 537 wind, and 22 tornado reports in Dorchester County, 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 Dorchester County?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in Dorchester County is 2.75″. It was reported near .69 S Givhans, SC on August 2, 2012.

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

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

I am selling a home in Dorchester County — 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 Dorchester County address?

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