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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in and near South Boston, VA

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports in and near South Boston, VA from March 8, 1995 through August 10, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 24592 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
12
Wind Reports
90
Tornado Reports
0
Max Hail Size
3.00″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  South Boston, VA · 1995–present Updated  Daily · last Aug 10, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in and near South Boston, VA

12 reports
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1.00″ hail
Jun 16, 2023
7:30 PM UTC
Hail report for South Boston, VA
Halifax County · 12,533 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A few limbs down. Hail from pea size to about 1 inch.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NNE South Boston, VA
1.00″ hail
May 3, 2022
8:23 PM UTC
Hail report for South Boston, VA
Halifax County · 12,533 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 NNE South Boston, VA
1.75″ hail
Apr 28, 2016
9:45 PM UTC
Hail report for South Boston, VA
Halifax County · 12,533 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: VARYING SIZES LARGEST ESTIMATED TO BE GOLF BALL SIZE
NWS Hail Report Location: South Boston, VA
0.88″ hail
Apr 25, 2014
3:00 PM EST-5
Hail report for South Boston, VA
Halifax County · 12,533 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Several reports of nickel-sized hail were received from a trained spotter and the public from five miles south of South Boston, to three miles east-southeast of South Boston, to three miles east-northeast of South Boston.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 S South Boston, VA
2.75″ hail
May 2, 2002
5:15 PM EST
Hail report for South Boston, VA
Halifax County · 12,533 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: South Boston, VA
3.00″ hail
May 2, 2002
4:45 PM EST
Hail report for South Boston, VA
Halifax County · 12,533 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: South Boston, VA
1.25″ hail
May 2, 2002
4:35 PM EST
Hail report for South Boston, VA
Halifax County · 12,533 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: South Boston, VA
0.75″ hail
May 18, 2001
7:25 PM EST
Hail report for South Boston, VA
Halifax County · 12,533 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 W South Boston, VA
2.75″ hail
Jun 3, 2000
4:10 PM EST
Hail report for South Boston, VA
Halifax County · 12,533 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 S South Boston, VA
1.75″ hail
Jun 3, 2000
3:51 PM EST
Hail report for South Boston, VA
Halifax County · 12,533 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: South Boston, VA
1.25″ hail
Jun 3, 2000
3:49 PM EST
Hail report for South Boston, VA
Halifax County · 12,533 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 5 W South Boston, VA
0.85″ hail
May 8, 1998
2:24 AM EST
Hail report for South Boston, VA
Halifax County · 12,533 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: South Boston, 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 South Boston, VA

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UNK mph
Aug 10, 2026
10:05 PM UTC
Wind report for South Boston, VA
Halifax County · 12,533 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Social media report of multiple trees down on Bill Tuck Highway near Herbert Allen Trail in South Boston_ VA.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 Ese South Boston, VA
UNK mph
Jul 22, 2026
5:10 PM UTC
Wind report for South Boston, VA
Halifax County · 12,533 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down at James D Hagood Hwy across from the South Boston Speedway.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Ene South Boston, VA
62 mph
Jul 18, 2026
9:30 PM UTC
Wind report for South Boston, VA
Halifax County · 12,533 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A 62 mile per hour wind gust from a thunderstorm was measured at the William M Tuck Airport near the town of South Boston_ VA.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Ene South Boston, VA
UNK mph
Jun 22, 2026
11:52 PM UTC
Wind report for South Boston, VA
Halifax County · 12,533 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 911 Call Center reported a tree down at the 2000 block of east Hyco road in Halifax County Virginia.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSE South Boston, VA
UNK mph
Jun 10, 2026
7:27 PM UTC
Wind report for South Boston, VA
Halifax County · 12,533 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A large tree was blown down by thunderstorm winds along King Richard Lane.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NW South Boston, VA
UNK mph
Sep 4, 2025
8:55 PM UTC
Wind report for South Boston, VA
Halifax County · 12,533 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down blocking road near intersection of East Hyco and Loftis Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSE South Boston, VA
UNK mph
Jun 26, 2025
2:42 AM UTC
Wind report for South Boston, VA
Halifax County · 12,533 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 SSE South Boston, VA
UNK mph
Jun 26, 2025
2:41 AM UTC
Wind report for South Boston, VA
Halifax County · 12,533 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Eastover Drive.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 E South Boston, VA
UNK mph
Jun 26, 2025
2:40 AM UTC
Wind report for South Boston, VA
Halifax County · 12,533 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree on house causing significant damage to the house... rooms now exposed to rainwater.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNW South Boston, VA
UNK mph
Jun 26, 2025
2:40 AM UTC
Wind report for South Boston, VA
Halifax County · 12,533 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down at intersection of Broad street and Norwood Ave.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NW South Boston, VA
UNK mph
Jun 26, 2025
2:40 AM UTC
Wind report for South Boston, VA
Halifax County · 12,533 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Power pole and wires down near police station. Lost commercial power.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNW South Boston, VA
UNK mph
Jun 26, 2025
2:35 AM UTC
Wind report for South Boston, VA
Halifax County · 12,533 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down near the intersection of Hamilton Blvd and Williams St.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 N South Boston, VA
UNK mph
Jun 15, 2025
8:05 PM UTC
Wind report for South Boston, VA
Halifax County · 12,533 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large branches down in street.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNE South Boston, VA
UNK mph
Jun 9, 2025
3:39 AM UTC
Wind report for South Boston, VA
Halifax County · 12,533 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree and powerline down.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSE South Boston, VA
UNK mph
Sep 25, 2024
12:38 AM UTC
Wind report for South Boston, VA
Halifax County · 12,533 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: 1 tree down near the intersection of Beechmont road and Forest Drive in Halifax County Virginia.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NW South Boston, 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 South Boston, VA

0 reports

No tornado reports were found for this selection.

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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

South Boston, VA area census snapshot

People & households
Population7,896
Households3,197
Housing units3,903
Income
Median household income$41,102
$100k+ households27.4%
$150k+ households7.8%
Housing stock
Single-family detached2,670
Attached single-family187
Small multifamily639
Large multifamily255
Mobile homes152
Housing mix
Single-family share68.4%
Attached-home share4.8%
Multifamily share22.9%
Mobile-home share3.9%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied1,584
Renter-occupied1,613
Vacant units706
Home value & age
Median home value$157,300
Owner homes $300k+13.5%
Owner homes $500k+--
Owner homes $750k+--
Median year built1967
Older-home share79.0%
Vehicle context
Households with cars2,846
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 12 hail, 90 wind, and 0 tornado reports in and near South Boston, VA, compiled from NOAA SPC and NWS Local Storm Reports. The most recent was reported on August 10, 2026.

What is the largest hail ever reported in South Boston?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in and near South Boston, VA is 3.00″. It was reported near South Boston, VA on May 2, 2002.

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

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

I am selling a home in South Boston — 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 South Boston address?

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