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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Cape Charles, VA

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Cape Charles, VA from March 24, 1975 through March 5, 2025, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

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Hail Reports
8
Wind Reports
26
Tornado Reports
3
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Cape Charles, VA · 1975–present Updated  Daily · last Mar 5, 2025

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Cape Charles, VA

8 reports
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0.75″ hail
Jun 3, 2009
4:00 PM EST-5
Hail report for Cape Charles, VA
Northampton County · 5,663 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: .55 E Cape Charles, VA
0.88″ hail
May 4, 2009
1:26 PM EST-5
Hail report for Cape Charles, VA
Northampton County · 5,663 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail was reported near Fishermans Island on the northern section of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.07 S Kiptopeke, VA
0.75″ hail
May 20, 2008
3:00 PM EST-5
Hail report for Cape Charles, VA
Northampton County · 5,663 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail was reported at the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel Administration Building.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4.31 NE Cape Charles Afs, VA
0.88″ hail
May 19, 2000
5:47 PM EST
Hail report for Cape Charles, VA
Northampton County · 5,663 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Cape Charles, VA
0.88″ hail
May 10, 2000
6:50 PM EST
Hail report for Cape Charles, VA
Northampton County · 5,663 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 S Kiptopeke, VA
0.88″ hail
Apr 21, 2000
6:23 PM EST
Hail report for Cape Charles, VA
Northampton County · 5,663 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: 0.88 inch diameter hail reported at Cape Charles.
NWS Hail Report Location: Cape Charles, VA
0.88″ hail
May 15, 1997
6:30 PM EST
Hail report for Cape Charles, VA
Northampton County · 5,663 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Several crop fields were damaged.
NWS Hail Report Location: Townsend, VA
1.75″ hail
May 1, 1997
3:55 PM EST
Hail report for Cape Charles, VA
Northampton County · 5,663 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Capeville, 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 and near Cape Charles, VA

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62 mph
Mar 5, 2025
10:42 PM UTC
Wind report for Cape Charles, VA
Northampton County · 5,663 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Buoy station KPTV2 Kiptopeke... VA.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Kiptopeke State P, VA
UNK mph
Aug 3, 2024
1:29 AM UTC
Wind report for Cape Charles, VA
Northampton County · 5,663 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: *** 1 INJ *** Strong outflow winds resulted in an awning breaking free from a camper and striking a woman in the head.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N Cape Charles, VA
UNK mph
Jun 30, 2024
7:40 PM UTC
Wind report for Cape Charles, VA
Northampton County · 5,663 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees down throughout Northampton County.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 S Dalbys, VA
66 mph
Aug 15, 2023
9:42 PM UTC
Wind report for Cape Charles, VA
Northampton County · 5,663 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Buoy station KPTV2 Kiptopeke... VA.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Kiptopeke State P, VA
59 mph
Sep 25, 2022
10:17 PM UTC
Wind report for Cape Charles, VA
Northampton County · 5,663 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: WEATHERFLOW SITE AT PLANTATION FLATS REPORTED A WIND GUST TO 51 KT.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 S Cape Charles, VA
69 mph
May 27, 2022
5:24 PM UTC
Wind report for Cape Charles, VA
Northampton County · 5,663 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: BUOY STATION KPTV2 KIPTOPEKE... VA.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Kiptopeke State P, VA
58 mph
Jun 22, 2021
6:51 PM UTC
Wind report for Cape Charles, VA
Northampton County · 5,663 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: MESONET STATION XPLT PLANTATION FLATS.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Cape Charles, VA
62 mph
Jul 1, 2020
7:54 PM UTC
Wind report for Cape Charles, VA
Northampton County · 5,663 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: KIPTOPEKE... VA.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Kiptopeke State P, VA
64 mph
Aug 7, 2019
8:36 PM UTC
Wind report for Cape Charles, VA
Northampton County · 5,663 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: KIPTOPEAKE.
NWS Wind Report Location: Kiptopeke State Park, VA
64 mph
Aug 7, 2019
8:36 PM UTC
Wind report for Cape Charles, VA
Northampton County · 5,663 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: KIPTOPEAKE.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WSW Kiptopeke State P, VA
UNK mph
Jun 18, 2019
12:20 AM UTC
Wind report for Cape Charles, VA
Northampton County · 5,663 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: LARGE LIMBS DOWN. LARGE OUTDOOR EVENT TENT BLOWN APART IN THE PARK. SCATTERED POWER OUTAGES.
NWS Wind Report Location: Cape Charles, VA
69 mph
Apr 16, 2018
8:42 AM UTC
Wind report for Cape Charles, VA
Northampton County · 5,663 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: BUOY STATION KPTV2... KIPTOPEKE STATE PARK.
NWS Wind Report Location: Kiptopeke State Park, VA
75 mph
Jul 24, 2014
7:30 AM EST-5
Wind report for Cape Charles, VA
Northampton County · 5,663 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Downburst straight line wind damage occurred from the southern portions of Cherrystone Campground southward into Cape Charles, then eastward through Cheriton to Oyster. The most significant damage occurred from Cherrystone Campground eastward to just east of Route 13 in Cheriton and southward to just north of the intersection of Route 13 and Route 184 east of Cape Charles. Numerous trees were downed, snapped off or large limbs were blown out. A couple of trees were downed on homes. Several large camping trailers were overturned in Cherrystone Campground. 3 people died when a tree fell on the tents in which they were taking shelter.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1.15 N Cape Charles, VA
58 mph
Jun 29, 2012
11:30 PM EST-5
Wind report for Cape Charles, VA
Northampton County · 5,663 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Wind gust of 58 mph was measured at Kiptopeke.
NWS Wind Report Location: .88 NW Cape Charles Afs, VA
58 mph
Jun 3, 2009
3:20 PM EST-5
Wind report for Cape Charles, VA
Northampton County · 5,663 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees were downed on Plum Street and also Robin Road in Cheriton area.
NWS Wind Report Location: .55 E Cape Charles, 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 and near Cape Charles, VA

3 reports
EF1 category
Jul 24, 2014
7:25 AM EST-5
Tornado report for Cape Charles, VA
Northampton County · 5,663 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado began in the Chesapeake Bay, a few miles west of Cherrystone Campground. The tornado then tracked eastward affecting the northern portions of Cherrystone Campground. The tornado then continued eastward across Old Cherrystone Road and Route 13 before lifting near Seaside Road close to the Northampton Landfill. Many trees were downed or snapped off. Numerous camping trailers were damaged, and several were destroyed. Several trees were downed on cabins.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3.1 WNW Cape Charles, VA
EF0 category
Jun 1, 2012
8:08 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Cape Charles, VA
Northampton County · 5,663 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado was spawned from the same supercell which produced a tornado just east of the Monitor Merrimac Bridge Tunnel and moved across the city of Hampton before moving over the Chesapeake Bay. The tornado produced damage consistent with an EF-0, tossing around kayaks and shearing off the tops of several trees. The tornado occurred at the Savage Neck Dunes Natural Area Preserve.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.94 N Cape Charles, VA
F1 category
Aug 6, 1993
2:50 PM EST
Tornado report for Cape Charles, VA
Northampton County · 5,663 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: At 1550 EDT, a tornado was seen by several park personnel from Kiptopeke State Park. The tornado knocked down numerous trees, damaged several picnic tables, a 20-foot ornamental boat was thrown 120 feet. A construction trailer and another trailer were overturned. Damages equalled $25,000 to $30,000.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Kiptopoke, 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 · City

Cape Charles, VA area census snapshot

People & households
Population1,278
Households679
Housing units1,162
Income
Median household income$51,250
$100k+ households26.1%
$150k+ households10.9%
Housing stock
Single-family detached688
Attached single-family166
Small multifamily237
Large multifamily71
Mobile homes0
Housing mix
Single-family share59.2%
Attached-home share14.3%
Multifamily share26.5%
Mobile-home share--
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied411
Renter-occupied268
Vacant units483
Home value & age
Median home value$589,000
Owner homes $300k+88.6%
Owner homes $500k+60.8%
Owner homes $750k+30.4%
Median year built1971
Older-home share57.1%
Vehicle context
Households with cars620
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 8 hail, 26 wind, and 3 tornado reports in and near Cape Charles, VA, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on March 5, 2025.

What is the largest hail ever reported in Cape Charles?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Cape Charles, VA is 1.75″. It was reported near Capeville, VA on May 1, 1997.

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

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

I am selling a home in Cape Charles — 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 Cape Charles address?

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