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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Gatlinburg, TN

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Gatlinburg, TN from July 10, 1959 through August 17, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 37738 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
12
Wind Reports
39
Tornado Reports
0
Max Hail Size
2.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Gatlinburg, TN · 1959–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 17, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Gatlinburg, TN

12 reports
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1.00″ hail
Jun 24, 2025
10:10 PM UTC
Hail report for Gatlinburg, TN
Sevier County · 39,645 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Few Trees down as well.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NNW Gatlinburg, TN
1.25″ hail
Apr 10, 2025
10:40 PM UTC
Hail report for Gatlinburg, TN
Sevier County · 39,645 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Covered the roadway.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SW Gatlinburg, TN
1.50″ hail
May 6, 2024
9:55 PM UTC
Hail report for Gatlinburg, TN
Sevier County · 39,645 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Ping Pong Sized hail reported in Gatlinburg. Relayed through Facebook. Time estimated.
NWS Hail Report Location: Gatlinburg, TN
1.25″ hail
May 6, 2024
9:42 PM UTC
Hail report for Gatlinburg, TN
Sevier County · 39,645 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: From Facebook.
NWS Hail Report Location: Gatlinburg, TN
1.50″ hail
Jun 2, 2015
5:25 PM EST-5
Hail report for Gatlinburg, TN
Sevier County · 39,645 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Ping pong ball sized hail was reported in Gatlinburg.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.32 WSW Glades, TN
1.50″ hail
Jun 2, 2015
4:45 PM EST-5
Hail report for Gatlinburg, TN
Sevier County · 39,645 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Ping pong ball sized hail fell in Gatlinburg.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.32 WSW Glades, TN
2.75″ hail
Apr 26, 2012
12:30 PM EST-5
Hail report for Gatlinburg, TN
Sevier County · 39,645 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Law enforcement personnel reported thunderstorms produced baseball-size hail in Gatlinburg.
NWS Hail Report Location: WSW Gatlinburg, TN
1.00″ hail
May 9, 2008
8:25 PM EST-5
Hail report for Gatlinburg, TN
Sevier County · 39,645 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail accumulated to a depth of one to one and a half inches in Gatlinburg.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.32 WSW Glades, TN
1.75″ hail
Apr 28, 2002
2:45 PM EST
Hail report for Gatlinburg, TN
Sevier County · 39,645 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Gatlinburg, TN
0.75″ hail
Jan 8, 1998
6:00 PM EST
Hail report for Gatlinburg, TN
Sevier County · 39,645 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 SW Gatlinburg, TN
1.00″ hail
Jun 2, 1997
3:55 PM EST
Hail report for Gatlinburg, TN
Sevier County · 39,645 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Gatlinburg, TN
2.75″ hail
Jul 10, 1959
1:00 PM CST
Hail report for Gatlinburg, TN
Sevier County · 39,645 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Not provided, TN
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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 Gatlinburg, TN

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UNK mph
Aug 17, 2026
10:05 PM UTC
Wind report for Gatlinburg, TN
Sevier County · 39,645 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A few trees down in and around Gatlinburg.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Wsw Gatlinburg, TN
UNK mph
Jun 9, 2024
10:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Gatlinburg, TN
Sevier County · 39,645 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down at GSMNP relayed from NWS Employee providing on-site decision support services. Location and timing approximate.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNW Elkmont, TN
85 mph
Mar 25, 2023
9:00 AM UTC
Wind report for Gatlinburg, TN
Sevier County · 39,645 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: REPORTED FROM COVE MOUNTAIN WIND TOWER.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 ESE Wears Valley, TN
UNK mph
Aug 7, 2021
8:17 PM UTC
Wind report for Gatlinburg, TN
Sevier County · 39,645 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A FEW TREES DOWN.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NNE Gatlinburg, TN
79 mph
Jan 11, 2020
11:00 PM UTC
Wind report for Gatlinburg, TN
Sevier County · 39,645 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: RECORDED AT COVE MOUNTAIN TOWER. TIME ESTIMATED.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 ESE Wears Valley, TN
UNK mph
Aug 1, 2019
7:04 PM UTC
Wind report for Gatlinburg, TN
Sevier County · 39,645 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: *** 1 FATAL *** A THUNDERSTORM PRODUCING HEAVY RAINFALL AND GUSTY WINDS CAUSED A TREE TO FALL ON A VEHICLE ON THE SPUR BETWEEN PIGEON FORGE AND GATLINBURG RESULTING IN 1 FATALITY.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NW Gatlinburg, TN
UNK mph
Jun 20, 2019
11:50 AM UTC
Wind report for Gatlinburg, TN
Sevier County · 39,645 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SEVERAL TREES DOWN IN THE GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SW Gatlinburg, TN
UNK mph
Jun 28, 2018
10:20 AM UTC
Wind report for Gatlinburg, TN
Sevier County · 39,645 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A FEW TREES WERE DOWNED.
NWS Wind Report Location: Gatlinburg, TN
UNK mph
May 24, 2017
3:54 PM UTC
Wind report for Gatlinburg, TN
Sevier County · 39,645 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: SEVERAL TREES DOWN IN THE GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK. TREES REPORTED DOWN IN THE TREEMONT...LAUREL CREEK...AND THE LITTLE RIVER BETWEEN ELKMONT AND LAUREL FALLS. TREES ALSO DOWN ALONG THE GATLINBURG BYPASS.
NWS Wind Report Location: S Gatlinburg, TN
UNK mph
Jul 8, 2016
10:57 PM UTC
Wind report for Gatlinburg, TN
Sevier County · 39,645 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: NUMEROUS TREES DOWN THOUGHOUT GSMNP. TREES THROUGH CARS AND CAMPERS.
NWS Wind Report Location: Elkmont, TN
58 mph
Jun 2, 2015
4:45 PM EST-5
Wind report for Gatlinburg, TN
Sevier County · 39,645 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees were downed in Gatlinburg due to wind gusts during the severe thunderstorm.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.32 WSW Glades, TN
58 mph
Apr 25, 2015
11:40 PM EST-5
Wind report for Gatlinburg, TN
Sevier County · 39,645 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Dispatch personnel reported trees downed by thunderstorm wind along the Little River Road and Metcalf Bottoms area of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park 4 miles southwest of Gatlinburg.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 SW Gatlinburg, TN
58 mph
Jul 1, 2012
10:00 PM EST-5
Wind report for Gatlinburg, TN
Sevier County · 39,645 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A few trees were reported down on Little River Road six miles southwest of Gatlinburg.
NWS Wind Report Location: .89 NE Elkmont, TN
69 mph
Mar 23, 2011
8:35 PM EST-5
Wind report for Gatlinburg, TN
Sevier County · 39,645 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: One tree was reported down on the Spur on highway 441 between Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.32 WSW Glades, TN
63 mph
Jul 22, 2008
5:15 PM EST-5
Wind report for Gatlinburg, TN
Sevier County · 39,645 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and power lines were reported down in Gatlinburg.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.32 WSW Glades, TN
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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 Gatlinburg, TN

0 reports

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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

Gatlinburg, TN area census snapshot

People & households
Population3,643
Households1,351
Housing units4,775
Income
Median household income$57,760
$100k+ households34.2%
$150k+ households16.1%
Housing stock
Single-family detached2,609
Attached single-family69
Small multifamily660
Large multifamily1,416
Mobile homes21
Housing mix
Single-family share54.6%
Attached-home share1.5%
Multifamily share43.5%
Mobile-home share0.4%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied900
Renter-occupied451
Vacant units3,424
Home value & age
Median home value$286,500
Owner homes $300k+43.1%
Owner homes $500k+12%
Owner homes $750k+5.7%
Median year built1988
Older-home share28.8%
Vehicle context
Households with cars1,297
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 12 hail, 39 wind, and 0 tornado reports in and near Gatlinburg, TN, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 17, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Gatlinburg?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Gatlinburg, TN is 2.75″. It was reported near WSW Gatlinburg, TN on April 26, 2012.

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

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

I am selling a home in Gatlinburg — 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 Gatlinburg address?

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