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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in Rappahannock County, VA

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports across Rappahannock County, VA from August 12, 1956 through September 4, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 22630 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
29
Wind Reports
176
Tornado Reports
4
Max Hail Size
1.75″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Rappahannock County, VA · 1956–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 4, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in Rappahannock County

29 reports
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0.75″ hail
Jul 28, 2026
9:15 PM UTC
Hail report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Dime-sized hail reported at 0 block of Hopewell Lane.
NWS Hail Report Location: Sperryville, VA
1.00″ hail
Jun 19, 2023
8:12 PM UTC
Hail report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NW Amissville, VA
1.75″ hail
Jun 16, 2022
7:54 PM UTC
Hail report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Chester Gap, VA
1.50″ hail
Jun 16, 2022
7:52 PM UTC
Hail report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SE Chester Gap, VA
1.00″ hail
Sep 2, 2015
2:22 PM EST-5
Hail report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.34 NNE Peola Mills, VA
1.00″ hail
Jul 2, 2014
5:32 PM EST-5
Hail report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Sperryville, VA
1.00″ hail
Mar 22, 2010
1:43 PM EST-5
Hail report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was reported near Woodville.
NWS Hail Report Location: .88 NW Woodville, VA
1.00″ hail
Mar 22, 2010
1:39 PM EST-5
Hail report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was reported near near Slate Mills.
NWS Hail Report Location: .88 NW Slate Mills, VA
1.75″ hail
Jul 26, 2008
8:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: The Amisville Volunteer Fire Department reported hail to the size of a golf ball.
NWS Hail Report Location: .69 N Amissville, VA
0.75″ hail
Jul 23, 2008
5:30 PM EST-5
Hail report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A Rappahannock County Official reported hail to the size of pennies.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Sperryville, VA
0.75″ hail
Jun 22, 2008
4:40 PM EST-5
Hail report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: A trained spotters reported penny-sized hail in Sperryville.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Sperryville, VA
0.75″ hail
Jun 13, 2007
5:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 NE Sperryville, VA
1.00″ hail
Jul 18, 2006
4:45 PM EST
Hail report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter sized hail was reported by the National Park Service on Skyline Drive in the Shenandoah National Park.
NWS Hail Report Location: 4 W Sperryville, VA
0.75″ hail
Jul 14, 2004
12:10 PM EST
Hail report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny size hail reported by trained spotter.
NWS Hail Report Location: Sperryville, VA
0.75″ hail
Aug 22, 2003
6:10 PM EST
Hail report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Penny sized hail fell.
NWS Hail Report Location: Sperryville, 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 Rappahannock County

30 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 4, 2026
6:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down at Rock Mils Road and Hunters Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Nne Five Forks, VA
UNK mph
Sep 2, 2026
7:12 PM UTC
Wind report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple trees & wires down along 211 and Flint Hill.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Ssw Flint Hill, VA
UNK mph
Aug 10, 2026
7:58 PM UTC
Wind report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees down scattered throughout the county.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 W Washington, VA
UNK mph
Aug 8, 2026
7:01 PM UTC
Wind report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A large tree was blown down at a nearby residence
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Se Sperryville, VA
UNK mph
Jul 28, 2026
8:51 PM UTC
Wind report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: A few trees were down in Washington.
NWS Wind Report Location: Washington, VA
UNK mph
Jul 22, 2026
12:42 AM UTC
Wind report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree down blocking roadway on Skyline Drive north of Mary's Rock Tunnel.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 Ese Panorama, VA
UNK mph
Jun 22, 2026
8:19 PM UTC
Wind report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Trees down Sperryville Pike (US-522).
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 WSW Five Forks, VA
UNK mph
Mar 16, 2026
2:27 PM UTC
Wind report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple Large limbs snapped. Greenhouse damaged.
NWS Wind Report Location: Sperryville, VA
UNK mph
Sep 6, 2025
8:06 PM UTC
Wind report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Two trees reported down in Amissville... VA.
NWS Wind Report Location: 1 NNE Amissville, VA
UNK mph
Sep 6, 2025
7:45 PM UTC
Wind report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees and large tree limbs blew down and minor crop damage was reported southeast of Sperryville.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SE Sperryville, VA
UNK mph
Sep 6, 2025
7:37 PM UTC
Wind report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree reported down on Lee Highway near Shenandoah National Park.
NWS Wind Report Location: Washington, VA
60 mph
Jul 26, 2025
8:44 PM UTC
Wind report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees down in Sperryville
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SE Sperryville, VA
UNK mph
Jul 26, 2025
8:44 PM UTC
Wind report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down near the intersection of Sperryville Pike and F.T Valley Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SE Sperryville, VA
UNK mph
Jul 26, 2025
8:44 PM UTC
Wind report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Several trees down in Sperryville
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 SE Sperryville, VA
UNK mph
Jul 16, 2025
10:59 PM UTC
Wind report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Two trees reported down on Zachary Taylor Highway near Huntly.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 SSE Chester Gap, 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 Rappahannock County

4 reports
EF0 category
Jul 23, 2008
5:23 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A brief EF-0-rated tornado with maximum winds of 80 MPH occurred in central Rappahannock County between Rock Mills and Washington. Only tree damage was noted. Initial touchdown was along Rock Mills Road, Route 622, just west of Rudasill Mill Road. Tracking of the tornado damage path ended near the intersection of Hunters Road, Route 621, and Grandview Road, Route 674.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.35 N Five Forks, VA
F0 category
Aug 30, 2005
6:35 PM EST
Tornado report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: The National Weather Service surveyed wind damage in eastern Rappahannock County near Viewpoint, to just west of Amissville. A small tornado touched down initially near Routes 640 and 642 in Viewpoint, where metal roofing was peeled off a farm outbuilding, and a few small trees were knocked down. Along the path, mainly scattered F0 tree damage was found. The tornado crossed U.S. Route 211, about 2 miles west of Amissville before lifting near Jefferson Mountain. This tornado has been rated an F0 on the Fujita Scale.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Viewtown, VA
F1 category
Apr 14, 1980
5:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, VA
F2 category
Jun 19, 1978
2:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Rappahannock County, VA
Rappahannock County · 3,706 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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NWS Storm Reports & Census Data

U.S. Census Data · County

Rappahannock County, VA area census snapshot

People & households
Population7,409
Households2,861
Housing units3,848
Income
Median household income$98,125
$100k+ households38.8%
$150k+ households17.6%
Housing stock
Single-family detached3,706
Attached single-family6
Small multifamily136
Large multifamily0
Mobile homes0
Housing mix
Single-family share96.3%
Attached-home share0.2%
Multifamily share3.5%
Mobile-home share--
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied2,228
Renter-occupied633
Vacant units987
Home value & age
Median home value$490,200
Owner homes $300k+80.4%
Owner homes $500k+48.6%
Owner homes $750k+31.2%
Median year built1981
Older-home share47.6%
Vehicle context
Households with cars2,809
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Top ZIP Codes with NWS Storm Reports in Rappahannock County

22630 152
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22740 56
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20106 35
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22747 32
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22640 28
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22749 23
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22716 20
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22627 17
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22713 15
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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 29 hail, 176 wind, and 4 tornado reports in Rappahannock 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 Rappahannock County?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in Rappahannock County is 1.75″. It was reported near Chester Gap, VA on June 16, 2022.

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

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

I am selling a home in Rappahannock 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 Rappahannock County address?

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