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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in Madison County, VA

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports across Madison County, VA from May 17, 1960 through September 4, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 22701 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
25
Wind Reports
208
Tornado Reports
9
Max Hail Size
2.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Madison County, VA · 1960–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 4, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in Madison County

25 reports
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1.50″ hail
Sep 4, 2026
7:26 PM UTC
Hail report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Ping pong ball size hail in the 8000 block of Oak Park Rd
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 Ese Oakpark, VA
1.00″ hail
Jul 12, 2022
11:35 PM UTC
Hail report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 NNW Oakpark, VA
1.00″ hail
Jul 12, 2022
11:32 PM UTC
Hail report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 ESE Madison, VA
1.25″ hail
Sep 28, 2021
9:45 PM UTC
Hail report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NNE Five Forks, VA
1.75″ hail
Aug 11, 2021
7:54 PM UTC
Hail report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 E Criglersville, VA
1.75″ hail
Jul 19, 2016
6:24 PM UTC
Hail report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: SEVERAL TREES DOWN ALSO
NWS Hail Report Location: Haywood, VA
1.75″ hail
May 23, 2016
10:38 PM UTC
Hail report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 NNE Locust Dale, VA
1.00″ hail
Sep 2, 2015
2:43 PM EST-5
Hail report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: .88 SE Peola Mills, VA
1.25″ hail
Jun 19, 2014
2:30 PM EST-5
Hail report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 6.3 WNW Syria, VA
1.75″ hail
Jun 17, 2011
3:31 PM EST-5
Hail report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf ball sized hail was reported at Haywood.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.1 ENE Haywood, VA
1.75″ hail
Jun 17, 2011
3:21 PM EST-5
Hail report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Golf ball sized hail was reported near Syria.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.51 SSW Syria, VA
1.00″ hail
Jun 1, 2011
3:56 PM EST-5
Hail report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail up to the size of quarters was reported along Valley Road.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.44 NNW Duet, VA
0.75″ hail
Jun 10, 2009
4:10 PM EST-5
Hail report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail was reported near Brightwood.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.38 S Brightwood, VA
0.88″ hail
May 16, 2009
4:22 PM EST-5
Hail report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail lasted for about four minutes near Haywood.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.08 E Haywood, VA
0.75″ hail
Aug 10, 2008
1:59 PM EST-5
Hail report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail was reported about 2 miles south of Madison.
NWS Hail Report Location: .54 E Pratts, 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 Madison County

30 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 4, 2026
7:19 PM UTC
Wind report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down at Fords Shop Road and Meander Run Road. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Sw Fordsville, VA
UNK mph
Sep 4, 2026
7:09 PM UTC
Wind report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down along Wilderness road. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 Sw Reva, VA
UNK mph
Sep 2, 2026
8:13 PM UTC
Wind report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down along Oak Park Road and Lillards Ford Road. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 W Oakpark, VA
UNK mph
Sep 2, 2026
8:11 PM UTC
Wind report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down along W Hoover Road. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 5 E Criglersville, VA
UNK mph
Sep 2, 2026
7:57 PM UTC
Wind report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down along Lillards Ford Road. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Nw Oakpark, VA
UNK mph
Jul 28, 2026
10:25 PM UTC
Wind report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree down near intersection of James City Rd and US 29
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Nnw Fordsville, VA
UNK mph
Jul 28, 2026
10:23 PM UTC
Wind report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree down near intersection of Ridgeview Rd and North Seminole Trail
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 Nnw Oakpark, VA
UNK mph
Jul 18, 2026
5:48 PM UTC
Wind report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A tree was down along Route 29 and Gibbs Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Ssw Madison, VA
UNK mph
Jul 18, 2026
5:41 PM UTC
Wind report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Half a dozen reports of trees down in southeastern Madison County.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W Twymans Mill, VA
UNK mph
Jul 4, 2026
7:38 PM UTC
Wind report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Numerous trees were down near Madison.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SSE Madison, VA
UNK mph
Jun 12, 2026
9:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple reports of trees down across southern Madison Co.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WNW Rochelle, VA
UNK mph
Jun 11, 2026
11:47 PM UTC
Wind report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down at Leon Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 NNW Fordsville, VA
UNK mph
Jun 11, 2026
11:22 PM UTC
Wind report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on North Blue Ridge Turnpike.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 ENE Aylor, VA
UNK mph
Jul 27, 2025
7:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Scattered tree damage over portions of southern Madison County. A bit more concentrated along South Blue Ridge Turnpike.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SE Rochelle, VA
UNK mph
Jul 1, 2025
9:06 PM UTC
Wind report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Three calls for trees down near Wolftown.
NWS Wind Report Location: Wolftown, 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 Madison County

9 reports
F0 category
Aug 30, 2005
5:51 PM EST
Tornado report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: After a survey by National Weather Service meteorologists, evidence of a brief F0 tornado touchdown was found just east of Haywood near the intersection of Routes 609 and 602 in north-central Madison County. Damage was mainly to about a dozen trees, which were toppled or snapped. Some wires were also brought down.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Haywood, VA
F2 category
Sep 17, 2004
3:12 PM EST
Tornado report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A thunderstorm that moved into Madison County from Greene County produced tornado damage near Hood. A number of homes were damaged. One aluminum garage was destroyed and a rock chimney was topped off. The tornado remained on the ground for several miles and tracked northward into the higher terrain of western Madison County. Several large areas of mature mixed forest were almost completely leveled in the Rapidan Wildlife Management Area and the Shenandoah National Park.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 W Hood, VA
F1 category
May 2, 2004
6:27 PM EST
Tornado report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Numerous trees uprooted. Storage buildings damaged.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2 SE Wolftown, VA
F1 category
Aug 9, 2000
3:20 PM EST
Tornado report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado touched down just east of Madison where it downed trees onto homes and cars and damaged a barn.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 E Madison, VA
F1 category
Sep 10, 1997
5:40 PM EST
Tornado report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: SE Radiant, VA
F0 category
Nov 23, 1992
12:10 AM EST
Tornado report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, VA
F2 category
Jun 12, 1976
12:45 PM CST
Tornado report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, VA
UNK category
Mar 21, 1976
11:40 AM CST
Tornado report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, VA
F1 category
May 17, 1960
4:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Madison County, VA
Madison County · 5,750 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

Madison County, VA area census snapshot

People & households
Population13,931
Households5,392
Housing units6,110
Income
Median household income$82,972
$100k+ households44.8%
$150k+ households18.9%
Housing stock
Single-family detached5,750
Attached single-family33
Small multifamily117
Large multifamily57
Mobile homes153
Housing mix
Single-family share94.1%
Attached-home share0.5%
Multifamily share2.9%
Mobile-home share2.5%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied4,290
Renter-occupied1,102
Vacant units718
Home value & age
Median home value$331,400
Owner homes $300k+55.9%
Owner homes $500k+25.8%
Owner homes $750k+13.6%
Median year built1980
Older-home share49.7%
Vehicle context
Households with cars5,226
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Top ZIP Codes with NWS Storm Reports in Madison County

22701 188
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22960 160
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22727 111
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22973 87
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22740 56
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22733 29
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22735 29
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22715 18
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22738 18
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22972 18
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22732 12
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22709 9
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22711 8
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22948 8
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22719 6
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22730 6
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22989 3
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 25 hail, 208 wind, and 9 tornado reports in Madison 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 Madison County?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in Madison County is 2.75″. It was reported near Wolftown, VA on June 16, 1998.

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

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

I am selling a home in Madison 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 Madison County address?

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