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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near Chester, VA

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near Chester, VA from August 9, 1962 through August 17, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 23831 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
44
Wind Reports
85
Tornado Reports
3
Max Hail Size
3.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Chester, VA · 1962–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 17, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near Chester, VA

30 reports
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1.00″ hail
Apr 6, 2023
11:10 PM UTC
Hail report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 NW Colonial Heights, VA
1.00″ hail
Apr 24, 2020
8:53 PM UTC
Hail report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: PEA TO QUARTER SIZE HAIL ALONG INTERSTATE 95 AT MILE MARKER 61.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 E Chester, VA
1.00″ hail
Apr 24, 2020
8:50 PM UTC
Hail report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER SIZED HAIL NEAR HAPPY HILL ROAD IN CHESTER.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 S Chester, VA
1.00″ hail
Apr 24, 2020
8:45 PM UTC
Hail report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: WIND GUST ESTIMATED TO 60 MPH.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 ESE Chester, VA
1.00″ hail
Apr 24, 2020
8:45 PM UTC
Hail report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: NICKEL TO QUARTER SIZE HAIL REPORTED.
NWS Hail Report Location: Chester, VA
1.00″ hail
Apr 24, 2020
8:37 PM UTC
Hail report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REPORTED AT WAL-MART IN CHESTER.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SE Chesterfield, VA
1.00″ hail
Apr 24, 2020
8:35 PM UTC
Hail report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 W Centralia, VA
1.00″ hail
Jun 1, 2019
1:12 AM UTC
Hail report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REPORTED NEAR JOHN TYLER COMMUNITY COLLEGE.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 ESE Chester, VA
1.75″ hail
May 27, 2017
10:52 PM UTC
Hail report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 ESE Chester, VA
1.00″ hail
May 27, 2017
10:47 PM UTC
Hail report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: QUARTER HAIL IN CHESTER.
NWS Hail Report Location: Chester, VA
1.25″ hail
May 27, 2017
10:40 PM UTC
Hail report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 SW Chester, VA
1.75″ hail
May 27, 2017
10:40 PM UTC
Hail report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: GOLFBALL SIZE HAIL IN CHESTERFIELD.
NWS Hail Report Location: Chesterfield, VA
3.00″ hail
May 27, 2017
10:35 PM UTC
Hail report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SENT BY AKQREPORT. PHOTOS AVAILABLE AND SAMPLES SAVED.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 SSE Beach, VA
2.00″ hail
May 27, 2017
10:34 PM UTC
Hail report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 S Chesterfield, VA
1.50″ hail
Feb 25, 2017
8:36 PM UTC
Hail report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: HAIL COVERING THE GROUND.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SSW Chesterfield, 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 Chester, VA

30 reports
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UNK mph
Aug 17, 2026
2:45 AM UTC
Wind report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down near intersection of Gill and Richmond Street. Reported by VDOT and also shared by local media.
NWS Wind Report Location: Chester, VA
UNK mph
Aug 10, 2026
10:28 PM UTC
Wind report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Corrects previous non-tstm wnd dmg report from 3 ESE Beach. Numerous trees and power poles snapped along the 9200 block of Woodpecker Rd in Chesterfield County.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Ese Beach, VA
UNK mph
Jul 18, 2026
8:03 PM UTC
Wind report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree Down on side of house.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Sse Chester, VA
UNK mph
Sep 4, 2025
10:57 PM UTC
Wind report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Report of large tree down off the side of the road on I-95 northbound near mile marker 60. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ESE Chester, VA
UNK mph
Jul 18, 2025
11:54 PM UTC
Wind report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large... healthy tree fell onto an unoccupied car. Time estimated from radar. Report via Facebook.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 WNW Chester, VA
UNK mph
Jul 18, 2025
11:47 PM UTC
Wind report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A large tree limb fell near Iron Bridge Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SSE Chesterfield, VA
UNK mph
Jul 18, 2025
11:45 PM UTC
Wind report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A large tree down at the intersection of S Chester Rd and Millwood Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SSW Chester, VA
UNK mph
Jul 18, 2025
11:45 PM UTC
Wind report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A large tree fell down along Twin Cliffs Ln.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSW Chester, VA
UNK mph
Jul 18, 2025
11:45 PM UTC
Wind report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree fell at the intersection of Route-10 and Lewis Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSE Chesterfield, VA
UNK mph
Jun 25, 2025
10:10 PM UTC
Wind report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees knocked down within the Mineola neighborhood. Reports via social media. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 ESE Centralia, VA
UNK mph
May 30, 2025
11:00 PM UTC
Wind report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down near intersection of Osborne Rd and Route 1. Time estimated.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NE Chester, VA
UNK mph
May 30, 2025
10:54 PM UTC
Wind report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Chalkley Rd. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSW Centralia, VA
UNK mph
Aug 30, 2024
4:11 AM UTC
Wind report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 call center reported a tree down in the 10000 block of Reedy Branch Road with 16 total trees down across Chesterfield County. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 SSE Beach, VA
UNK mph
Aug 2, 2024
10:56 PM UTC
Wind report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree knocked down on Chalkley Road. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSW Centralia, VA
UNK mph
Sep 7, 2023
11:09 PM UTC
Wind report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A large tree limb fell into a house in the Chesterfield Courthouse area. In addition... hail was estimated to be around 1 inch. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Chesterfield, 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 Chester, VA

3 reports
F0 category
Sep 23, 2003
4:45 AM EST
Tornado report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: F0 tornado damage on the east side of Brandermill, in the Clarendon neighborhood (near Swift Creek Middle School). Numerous trees down, with a few on homes.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Chesterfield, VA
F1 category
Aug 6, 1993
12:40 PM EST
Tornado report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The tornado touched down near Route 10, 4 miles north of Colonial Heights and moved northeast into the Rivers Bend subdivision. It produced widespread tree damage and only minor roof and window damage to the homes. It then moved across a bridge on Interstate 295 where it knocked over two tractor-trailer trucks and two smaller trucks. Five people were injured. The tornado weakened as it moved northeast across southeast Henrico County and the northwest corner of Charles City County, dissipating in the western part of New Kent County.
NWS Tornado Report Location: N Colonial Heights, VA
F2 category
Apr 2, 1990
6:53 PM EDT
Tornado report for Chester, VA
Chesterfield County · 111,996 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 · City

Chester, VA area census snapshot

People & households
Population23,519
Households9,203
Housing units9,697
Income
Median household income$88,455
$100k+ households50.5%
$150k+ households24.3%
Housing stock
Single-family detached6,829
Attached single-family653
Small multifamily785
Large multifamily926
Mobile homes504
Housing mix
Single-family share70.4%
Attached-home share6.7%
Multifamily share17.6%
Mobile-home share5.2%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied6,710
Renter-occupied2,493
Vacant units494
Home value & age
Median home value$290,600
Owner homes $300k+45.3%
Owner homes $500k+4.1%
Owner homes $750k+1.4%
Median year built1990
Older-home share27.0%
Vehicle context
Households with cars8,943
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 44 hail, 85 wind, and 3 tornado reports in and near Chester, VA, 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 Chester?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near Chester, VA is 3.00″. It was reported near Beach, VA on May 27, 2017.

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

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

I am selling a home in Chester — 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 Chester address?

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