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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Van Alstyne, TX

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Van Alstyne, TX from April 2, 1957 through September 21, 2025, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
24
Wind Reports
23
Tornado Reports
9
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Van Alstyne, TX · 1957–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 21, 2025

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Van Alstyne, TX

24 reports
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1.75″ hail
Sep 21, 2025
11:16 PM UTC
Hail report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Van Alstyne, TX
1.50″ hail
Sep 21, 2025
11:13 PM UTC
Hail report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report from mPING: Ping Pong Ball (1.50 in.).
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 N Van Alstyne, TX
1.25″ hail
Sep 21, 2025
11:05 PM UTC
Hail report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Report from mPING.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 S Van Alstyne, TX
1.00″ hail
May 25, 2024
4:40 PM UTC
Hail report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: DELAYED REPORT quarter-size hail reported just south of Van Alstyne.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SSE Van Alstyne, TX
1.00″ hail
May 22, 2024
6:05 PM UTC
Hail report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: 1 in hail in Van Alstyne.
NWS Hail Report Location: Van Alstyne, TX
1.75″ hail
Jun 16, 2023
2:45 AM UTC
Hail report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf ball size hail reported in Van Alstyne. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Hail Report Location: Van Alstyne, TX
1.00″ hail
Apr 13, 2022
11:40 AM UTC
Hail report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PHOTO RELAYED VIA SOCIAL MEDIA OF QUARTER SIZE HAIL IN VAN ALSTYNE.
NWS Hail Report Location: Van Alstyne, TX
1.75″ hail
Aug 16, 2020
11:45 PM UTC
Hail report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 NW Van Alstyne, TX
1.00″ hail
Dec 1, 2018
3:45 AM UTC
Hail report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SPOTTER REPORTED QUARTER SIZE HAIL.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 S Van Alstyne, TX
1.75″ hail
May 30, 2016
12:59 AM UTC
Hail report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PICTURE VIA TWITTER OF GOLF BALL SIZED HAIL 4 MILES EAST OF VAN ALSTYNE.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 E Van Alstyne, TX
0.88″ hail
May 25, 2015
2:20 PM CST-6
Hail report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .15 NW Van Alstyne, TX
1.00″ hail
Sep 18, 2011
5:50 PM CST-6
Hail report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Van Alstyne, TX
0.88″ hail
May 7, 2008
4:23 PM CST-6
Hail report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: E Van Alstyne, TX
0.75″ hail
May 30, 2007
6:55 AM CST-6
Hail report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Lasted about 10 minutes.
NWS Hail Report Location: E Van Alstyne, TX
1.00″ hail
May 24, 2007
2:30 PM CST-6
Hail report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter-size hail covering the ground.
NWS Hail Report Location: E Van Alstyne, TX
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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 Van Alstyne, TX

23 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 9, 2025
12:57 AM UTC
Wind report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Delayed report. A FEMA employee reported 12 inch or larger diameter trees were snapped just south of Van Alstyne. Time estimated by radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SW Van Alstyne, TX
UNK mph
Sep 7, 2025
12:35 AM UTC
Wind report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees and power lines blown down in and around Van Alstyne with widespread power outages.
NWS Wind Report Location: Van Alstyne, TX
UNK mph
Aug 2, 2025
1:45 AM UTC
Wind report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees down in Van Alstyne just north of Panther Pkwy... west of US 75. Time estimated.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SW Van Alstyne, TX
71 mph
Mar 3, 2023
12:45 AM UTC
Wind report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MEASURED 71 MPH AT U.S. HIGHWAY 75 AND COUNTY LINE ROAD ON THE FAR SOUTH SIDE OF VAN ALSTYNE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SSW Van Alstyne, TX
58 mph
Oct 13, 2014
12:50 AM CST-6
Wind report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: The sheriff's department reported that trees were blown down in Van Alstyne and Sherman.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Van Alstyne, TX
64 mph
Jun 10, 2009
6:50 PM CST-6
Wind report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Estimated winds of 65 mph blew down trees, fences, power poles, and power lines in Van Alstyne. Some trees fell on power lines. One large tree in particular snapped about half way up and partially fell onto the building of the Van Alstyne Leader.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Van Alstyne, TX
81 mph
May 8, 2009
10:50 PM CST-6
Wind report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Three businesses at the Wilson N. Jones Plaza located on the northeast corner of HWY 75 and FM 121 in Van Alstyne partially lost their roof due to straight line winds. Extensive water damage was sustained in the buildings. In addition, several trees were down in town and some fell on houses and vehicles.
NWS Wind Report Location: .53 WNW Van Alstyne, TX
64 mph
May 7, 2008
4:23 PM CST-6
Wind report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Winds were estimated in excess of 65 MPH.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Van Alstyne, TX
60 mph
May 24, 2007
2:30 PM CST-6
Wind report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Power lines blown down. Winds estimated at 60 MPH.
NWS Wind Report Location: N Van Alstyne, TX
58 mph
Sep 28, 2005
5:30 PM CST
Wind report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E Van Alstyne, TX
60 mph
Jun 26, 2002
6:00 PM CST
Wind report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 18 wheelers on Highway 75 blown over, signs blown down, and large tree was blown onto a house.
NWS Wind Report Location: Van Alstyne, TX
67 mph
May 27, 2000
4:45 PM CST
Wind report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees and power lines were blown down.
NWS Wind Report Location: Van Alstyne, TX
64 mph
Apr 3, 1999
5:50 AM CST
Wind report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A trained spotter reported 60 to 70 mph winds associated with thunderstorms.
NWS Wind Report Location: Van Alstyne, TX
60 mph
Feb 25, 1998
7:42 PM CST
Wind report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees were blown down by strong winds and windows were broken.
NWS Wind Report Location: Van Alstyne, TX
UNK mph
Jul 4, 1995
11:30 PM CST
Wind report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several large trees were blown down by high winds.
NWS Wind Report Location: Van Alstyne, TX
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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 Van Alstyne, TX

9 reports
F3 category
May 9, 2006
9:47 PM CST
Tornado report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A significant tornado which formed in northern Collin County continued into southeastern Grayson County. A damage survey conducted by the National Weather Service in Fort Worth found that the tornado remained strong F3 as it crossed into Grayson County. A fatality occurred on Black Road, just over the border into Grayson County, where permanent homes suffered heavy damage. Numerous trees were snapped or uprooted along Yellow Bridge Road, Durham Road, and Red Moore Road. The tornado damaged outbuildings, rolled over a mobile home, and caused at least minor damage to structures in the area. The tornado, which had briefly weakened to an F1, strengthened again and caused F2 damage as it approached Gordon Road southeast of the Pilot Grove community. At least two additional homes were heavily damaged. The tornado crossed FM 121 and damaged a shed along Bethel Canyon Road, just west of Highway 160. The tornado crossed Highway 160, weakened to an F0, and dissipated approximately three miles south of Whitewright just before 11 PM. In addition to the fatality, several people suffered injuries and were transported to the hospital.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 S Pilot Grove, TX
F0 category
Nov 23, 1992
2:50 PM CST
Tornado report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, TX
F0 category
Apr 17, 1976
6:45 PM CST
Tornado report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, TX
F1 category
Mar 12, 1971
8:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, TX
F1 category
Jul 29, 1963
5:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, TX
F1 category
Mar 24, 1962
1:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, TX
F0 category
Mar 24, 1962
1:30 PM CST
Tornado report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, TX
F3 category
Apr 2, 1957
4:45 PM CST
Tornado report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, TX
F2 category
Apr 2, 1957
3:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Van Alstyne, TX
Grayson County · 43,132 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, TX
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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

Van Alstyne, TX area census snapshot

People & households
Population5,378
Households1,869
Housing units2,205
Income
Median household income$93,373
$100k+ households42.6%
$150k+ households17.7%
Housing stock
Single-family detached1,731
Attached single-family29
Small multifamily141
Large multifamily243
Mobile homes61
Housing mix
Single-family share78.5%
Attached-home share1.3%
Multifamily share17.4%
Mobile-home share2.8%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied1,401
Renter-occupied468
Vacant units336
Home value & age
Median home value$297,400
Owner homes $300k+49.3%
Owner homes $500k+11.2%
Owner homes $750k+1.9%
Median year built2005
Older-home share29.9%
Vehicle context
Households with cars1,847
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 24 hail, 23 wind, and 9 tornado reports in and near Van Alstyne, TX, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 21, 2025.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Van Alstyne?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Van Alstyne, TX is 1.75″. It was reported near Van Alstyne, TX on September 21, 2025.

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

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

I am selling a home in Van Alstyne — 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 Van Alstyne address?

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