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

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Loretto, TN from June 27, 1972 through August 21, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
18
Wind Reports
78
Tornado Reports
4
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Loretto, TN · 1972–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 21, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Loretto, TN

18 reports
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1.00″ hail
Feb 22, 2022
11:46 PM UTC
Hail report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL OBSERVED ON THE NORTH SIDE OF LORETTO.
NWS Hail Report Location: Loretto, TN
1.25″ hail
Apr 4, 2020
5:35 AM UTC
Hail report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Loretto, TN
1.00″ hail
Mar 1, 2017
5:47 PM UTC
Hail report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: RECEIVED A REPORT OF QUARTER SIZE HAIL IN LORETTO. TIME WAS RADAR ESTIMATED.
NWS Hail Report Location: Loretto, TN
1.00″ hail
Dec 28, 2016
11:50 PM UTC
Hail report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL FELL. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 ESE Loretto, TN
1.00″ hail
Dec 28, 2016
11:30 PM UTC
Hail report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL FELL. TIME ESTIMATED FROM RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 ESE Loretto, TN
0.75″ hail
Mar 31, 2015
6:30 PM CST-6
Hail report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SSW Loretto, TN
0.88″ hail
Jun 3, 2012
8:31 PM CST-6
Hail report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail was reported between Leoma and Loretto.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.05 SSE Busby, TN
1.75″ hail
Mar 26, 2011
1:56 AM CST-6
Hail report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: In Loretto, hail was covering the ground with some hail up to the size of golf balls. This hail was reported by the Loretto Police Department.
NWS Hail Report Location: .57 E Loretto, TN
0.88″ hail
May 3, 2006
6:14 PM CST
Hail report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Loretto, TN
1.00″ hail
Jul 13, 2003
1:14 PM CST
Hail report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Spotter reported quarter size hail.
NWS Hail Report Location: Loretto, TN
0.75″ hail
Apr 27, 2000
3:00 PM CST
Hail report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Dime size hail reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: Loretto, TN
0.75″ hail
Feb 12, 2000
2:15 AM CST
Hail report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Dime size hail reported just south of Loretto.
NWS Hail Report Location: Loretto, TN
0.88″ hail
Apr 21, 1997
5:27 PM CST
Hail report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: Loretto, TN
0.75″ hail
Feb 3, 1997
5:30 AM CST
Hail report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 S Liberty Grove, TN
1.75″ hail
Mar 6, 1996
4:30 PM CST
Hail report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Loretto, 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 Loretto, TN

30 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 21, 2026
2:24 AM UTC
Wind report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large limb blocking TN-227 near Loretto.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Se Loretto, TN
UNK mph
Aug 21, 2026
2:17 AM UTC
Wind report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large limb blocking lane of roadway in Loretto.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Sw Loretto, TN
47 mph
Aug 21, 2026
2:08 AM UTC
Wind report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: EMA reports a 47 MPH wind gust near Liberty Grove.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 Se Loretto, TN
UNK mph
Aug 21, 2026
2:05 AM UTC
Wind report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree blocking a portion of Jones Chapel Rd. towards Prokesh Rd. Time is radar estimated.
NWS Wind Report Location: 8 Ene Loretto, TN
UNK mph
Aug 21, 2026
1:59 AM UTC
Wind report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: EMA director reports many small limbs down north of Five Points. Driving is treacherous.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 Ese Loretto, TN
UNK mph
Mar 16, 2026
4:13 AM UTC
Wind report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Rabbit Trail Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 8 W Minor Hill, TN
UNK mph
Mar 16, 2026
3:53 AM UTC
Wind report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Many trees down around Bonnertown... WSW of Minor Hill.
NWS Wind Report Location: 8 WSW Minor Hill, TN
UNK mph
Mar 7, 2026
8:07 PM UTC
Wind report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Power poll down in the street near Riddle Lane in Loretto. Additional power outages are being reported in the Lawrenceburg area.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SW Loretto, TN
UNK mph
Feb 27, 2026
1:29 AM UTC
Wind report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Minor wind damage reported along Appleton Road in far southeast Lawrence County. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 WSW Minor Hill, TN
UNK mph
Apr 10, 2025
10:09 PM UTC
Wind report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree on house.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 N Loretto, TN
UNK mph
Apr 6, 2025
4:04 AM UTC
Wind report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down across Gillespie Road in southeast Lawarence County near TN-98. Time approximated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 W Minor Hill, TN
UNK mph
Apr 6, 2025
4:02 AM UTC
Wind report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree across Gillespie Road near TN Hwy 98.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 W Minor Hill, TN
UNK mph
Feb 16, 2025
6:25 AM UTC
Wind report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Pole barn under construction blown onto pick up. Several pine trees broken off at 15 ft from ground.
NWS Wind Report Location: 8 WSW Minor Hill, TN
UNK mph
Feb 16, 2025
5:40 AM UTC
Wind report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous tstm wnd dmg report from 8 WSW Minor Hill. Pole barn under construction blown onto pick up. Several pine trees broken off at 15 ft from ground. Time of damage is radar estimated.
NWS Wind Report Location: 8 WSW Minor Hill, TN
UNK mph
Jul 17, 2024
6:49 PM UTC
Wind report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees down north of Five Points.
NWS Wind Report Location: 7 E Loretto, 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 Loretto, TN

4 reports
UNK category
Mar 17, 2026
3:52 AM UTC
Tornado report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Continuation of the EF1 tornado that began in northern Alabama covered by NWS Huntsville. The tornado began in Lexington... AL and continued northeast impacting Bonnertown... TN and dissipated south of Minor Hill... TN. Estimated peak winds were 105 mph and the maximum width was 400 yards.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 8 WSW Minor Hill, TN
UNK category
Feb 5, 2020
11:56 PM UTC
Tornado report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: THIS EF-1 TORNADO TOUCHED DOWN ALONG RIDDLE LANE CAUSING TREE DAMAGE AS WELL AS DAMAGE TO THE OUTFIELD WALL AT THE LORETTO SPORTS COMPLEX. THE TORNADO TRAVELED EAST-NORTHEAST TAKING DOWN ADDITIONAL TREES AND POWERLINES. ON HIGHWAY 43... THE FIRST FARMERS BANK SIGN WAS BLOWN DOWN AS THE TORNADO CONTINUED ACROSS THE HIGHWAY INTO AN OPEN FIELD BEFORE INTENSIFYING CAUSING DAMAGE TO SEVERAL HOMES IN A NEIGHBORHOOD. NUMEROUS SIGNIFICANT TREES WERE SNAPPED/UPROOTED. AT THIS POINT... THE TORNADO WAS AT ITS
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 WSW Loretto, TN
EF0 category
May 1, 2010
3:23 PM CST-6
Tornado report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: EF-0 tornado with maximum winds around 80 mph touched down near Loretto. The most significant damage extended from Brenda Avenue east-northeast to a residence off of Glendale Road. A couple dozen trees were uprooted and a few softwood trees were snapped. One home suffered some minor roof damage.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.48 NE Loretto, TN
F1 category
Oct 18, 2004
5:15 PM CST
Tornado report for Loretto, TN
Lawrence County · 14,475 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A strong F1 tornado demolished a mobile home. One witness in a newspaper account said the tornado picked the house trailer up, lifted it above the treetops, spun it around 3 or 4 times, and then slammed it to the ground with brutal force. Another nearby mobile home which was used for storage was overturned. Several homes sustained roof damage. The tornado was part of a storm complex that produced a tornado in Lauderdale County, Alabama. The tornado moved northeast from Lauderdale County Alabama into Lawrence County, Tennessee. The tornado dropped down on French Road, and continued northeast for 0.7 miles, and ended near the intersection of Highway 227 and Hide-Away Lane. A newspaper article stated that the tornado damaged 8 structures, six of them were residences.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 NE Peppertown, TN
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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

Loretto, TN area census snapshot

People & households
Population1,757
Households715
Housing units757
Income
Median household income$51,771
$100k+ households31.3%
$150k+ households12.3%
Housing stock
Single-family detached628
Attached single-family3
Small multifamily19
Large multifamily12
Mobile homes95
Housing mix
Single-family share83.0%
Attached-home share0.4%
Multifamily share4.1%
Mobile-home share12.6%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied600
Renter-occupied115
Vacant units42
Home value & age
Median home value$133,000
Owner homes $300k+12.2%
Owner homes $500k+2.7%
Owner homes $750k+0.8%
Median year built1972
Older-home share65.7%
Vehicle context
Households with cars698
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 18 hail, 78 wind, and 4 tornado reports in and near Loretto, TN, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 21, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Loretto?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Loretto, TN is 1.75″. It was reported near .57 E Loretto, TN on March 26, 2011.

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

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

I am selling a home in Loretto — 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 Loretto address?

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