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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in Amherst County, VA

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports across Amherst County, VA from August 17, 1965 through September 4, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 24521 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
65
Wind Reports
251
Tornado Reports
4
Max Hail Size
2.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Amherst County, VA · 1965–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 4, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in Amherst County

30 reports
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1.75″ hail
May 27, 2026
11:41 PM UTC
Hail report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Social Media photo and video of hail was estimated to be around 1.75 inches in the Madison Virginia area.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SSW Falconerville, VA
1.00″ hail
May 27, 2026
11:41 PM UTC
Hail report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: One-inch diameter hail was observed along Izaak Walton Road.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 NE Madison Heights, VA
1.75″ hail
Sep 21, 2024
9:35 PM UTC
Hail report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Reported at business on Geddes Mountain Road.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NNE New Glasgow, VA
1.50″ hail
Jun 26, 2023
9:31 PM UTC
Hail report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 WNW New Glasgow, VA
1.00″ hail
Jun 26, 2023
9:15 PM UTC
Hail report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SE Clifford, VA
1.00″ hail
May 22, 2022
8:58 PM UTC
Hail report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER-SIZE HAIL WAS OBSERVED ALONG CARPENTER ROAD.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 SSE Pleasant View, VA
1.00″ hail
May 2, 2019
9:21 PM UTC
Hail report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZE HAIL REPORTED AT LEE AND MOSS GROCERY STORE. TIME FROM RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 ENE Madison Heights, VA
1.25″ hail
Aug 12, 2018
6:30 PM UTC
Hail report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: UP TO HALF DOLLAR SIZE HAIL REPORTED BY VIEWER TO LOCAL TV MEDIA AND RELAYED TO NWS
NWS Hail Report Location: Madison Heights, VA
1.00″ hail
May 10, 2018
7:07 PM UTC
Hail report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Madison Heights, VA
1.00″ hail
May 10, 2018
6:50 PM UTC
Hail report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAIL FALLING AT 911 DISPATCH CENTER
NWS Hail Report Location: Amherst, VA
1.00″ hail
Sep 28, 2016
10:33 PM UTC
Hail report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 NE Madison Heights, VA
1.00″ hail
May 2, 2016
10:20 PM UTC
Hail report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: DIME TO QUARTER SIZE
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 SSW Forks Of Buffalo, VA
1.00″ hail
Aug 4, 2015
2:48 PM EST-5
Hail report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The public provided a report of quarter-sized hail via Twitter just north of Big Island.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3.83 SSE Snowden, VA
0.88″ hail
Jul 27, 2015
2:02 PM EST-5
Hail report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel hail fell at the intersection of Woodson Road and Lowesville Road.
NWS Hail Report Location: .17 ESE Lowesville, VA
0.75″ hail
Jun 1, 2015
3:10 PM EST-5
Hail report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Amherst, VA
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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 Amherst County

30 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 4, 2026
8:02 PM UTC
Wind report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm winds blew down one tree on to the Elon Elementary School parking lot.
NWS Wind Report Location: Elon, VA
UNK mph
Sep 4, 2026
7:57 PM UTC
Wind report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm winds blew down one tree along the 3000 block of South Amherst Highway.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Ssw Falconerville, VA
UNK mph
Sep 4, 2026
7:40 PM UTC
Wind report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm winds blew down one tree near the intersection of Buffalo Springs Turnpike and Chinquapin Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Ne Pleasant View, VA
UNK mph
Aug 14, 2026
9:22 PM UTC
Wind report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Riverview Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 E Madison Heights, VA
UNK mph
Aug 14, 2026
9:12 PM UTC
Wind report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Kings Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 N Madison Heights, VA
UNK mph
Aug 14, 2026
8:58 PM UTC
Wind report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Buffalo Springs Turnpike.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Ne Naola, VA
UNK mph
Jul 21, 2026
6:13 PM UTC
Wind report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down along Route 635.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Sw Forks Of Buffalo, VA
UNK mph
Jul 18, 2026
8:16 PM UTC
Wind report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree on power line off Stove Hill Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Ne New Glasgow, VA
UNK mph
Jul 18, 2026
8:04 PM UTC
Wind report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Thunderstorm winds blew down one large tree across Turkey Mountain Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: Clifford, VA
UNK mph
Jul 18, 2026
7:51 PM UTC
Wind report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on power line off Mistover Drive.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 N Elon, VA
UNK mph
Jul 4, 2026
9:22 PM UTC
Wind report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees blown down completely blocking route 60 in Amherst county reported by a spotter.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SE Forks Of Buffalo, VA
UNK mph
Jul 4, 2026
9:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down reported by a spotter at the high school in Amherst County Virginia.
NWS Wind Report Location: Amherst, VA
UNK mph
Jul 4, 2026
9:06 PM UTC
Wind report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trained spotter reported a tree down in the Partridge Creek area in Amherst County.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SE Falconerville, VA
UNK mph
Jul 4, 2026
9:03 PM UTC
Wind report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Elon Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 NE Big Island, VA
UNK mph
Jun 22, 2026
11:10 PM UTC
Wind report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 Call Center reported a tree down at the 1400 block of Riverville road in Amherst county Virginia.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NNW Riverville, VA
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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 Amherst County

4 reports
UNK category
Apr 16, 2018
3:20 AM UTC
Tornado report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: *** 8 INJ *** AMHERST COUNTY EM VERY CONFIDENT THAT A TORNADO OCCURRED IN THE VICINITY OF ELON ROAD... NOTTOWAY DRIVE... DEERFIELD DRIVE... AND HUNT CLUB ROAD IN THE ELON/MADISON HEIGHTS AREA. CONSIDERABLE DAMAGE TO AT LEAST 20 STRUCTURES... SEVERAL COMPLETELY DESTROYED. NUMEROUS TREES AND POWER LINES DOWN IN THE AREA AND ACROSS MUCH OF THE COUNTY. VIRGINIA ROUTE 130 IS CLOSED BECAUSE DOWNED POWER LINES AND TREES. IN ADDITION... EIGHT PEOPLE SUSTAINED INJURIES AND WERE TRANSPORTED TO LOCAL HOSPITALS.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 SE Elon, VA
UNK category
Apr 15, 2018
11:20 PM UTC
Tornado report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: *** 8 INJ *** AMHERST COUNTY EM VERY CONFIDENT THAT A TORNADO OCCURRED IN THE VICINITY OF ELON ROAD... NOTTOWAY DRIVE... DEERFIELD DRIVE... AND HUNT CLUB ROAD IN THE ELON/MADISON HEIGHTS AREA. CONSIDERABLE DAMAGE TO AT LEAST 20 STRUCTURES... SEVERAL COMPLETELY DESTROYED. NUMEROUS TREES AND POWER LINES DOWN IN THE AREA AND ACROSS MUCH OF THE COUNTY. VIRGINIA ROUTE 130 IS CLOSED BECAUSE DOWNED POWER LINES AND TREES. IN ADDITION... EIGHT PEOPLE SUSTAINED INJURIES AND WERE TRANSPORTED TO LOCAL HOSPITALS.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 SE Elon, VA
F0 category
Jul 9, 1990
5:00 PM EST
Tornado report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, VA
UNK category
May 15, 1976
2:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Amherst County, VA
Amherst County · 11,284 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, VA
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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 · County

Amherst County, VA area census snapshot

People & households
Population31,385
Households12,702
Housing units14,301
Income
Median household income$67,298
$100k+ households38.2%
$150k+ households15.8%
Housing stock
Single-family detached11,284
Attached single-family233
Small multifamily1,012
Large multifamily104
Mobile homes1,646
Housing mix
Single-family share78.9%
Attached-home share1.6%
Multifamily share7.8%
Mobile-home share11.5%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied9,959
Renter-occupied2,743
Vacant units1,599
Home value & age
Median home value$197,200
Owner homes $300k+22.5%
Owner homes $500k+5.6%
Owner homes $750k+1.6%
Median year built1977
Older-home share54.8%
Vehicle context
Households with cars12,106
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Top ZIP Codes with NWS Storm Reports in Amherst County

24521 151
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24572 87
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24553 73
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24574 53
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22922 42
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22967 21
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 65 hail, 251 wind, and 4 tornado reports in Amherst County, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on September 4, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Amherst County?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in Amherst County is 2.00″. It was reported near Sandledge, VA on June 1, 2012.

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

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

I am selling a home in Amherst 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 Amherst County address?

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