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Hail, Wind & Tornado Reports in Sussex County, VA

Public hail, wind, and tornado reports across Sussex County, VA from June 23, 1974 through September 4, 2026, sourced from NOAA/NWS Local Storm Reports and SPC storm report data.

Example: 23847 — search hail, wind and tornado public reports for any U.S. ZIP code 
Hail Reports
21
Wind Reports
148
Tornado Reports
11
Max Hail Size
4.25″
Source  NOAA SPC · NWS Local Storm Reports Coverage  Sussex County, VA · 1974–present Updated  Daily · last Sep 4, 2026

Latest NWS Hail Reports in Sussex County

21 reports
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1.00″ hail
Jun 8, 2025
10:10 AM UTC
Hail report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Estimated quarter size hail from VDOT Camera at MM17 on I-95 North.
NWS Hail Report Location: 3 ENE Slagles Lake, VA
2.00″ hail
Jul 19, 2016
10:35 PM UTC
Hail report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: REPORT OF A CORN FIELD STRIPPED BY LARGE HAIL ON BEAVERDAM RD NEAR HARRELS MILLE POND.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2 SSE Waverly, VA
1.00″ hail
Jun 11, 2014
3:30 PM EST-5
Hail report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1.1 W Waverly, VA
1.00″ hail
May 22, 2014
5:26 PM EST-5
Hail report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was reported at WFO Wakefield.
NWS Hail Report Location: .55 W Wakefield, VA
1.00″ hail
May 5, 2014
10:15 PM EST-5
Hail report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was reported two miles north northeast of Waverly.
NWS Hail Report Location: 2.07 N Waverly, VA
1.25″ hail
May 5, 2014
9:38 PM EST-5
Hail report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Half dollar size hail was reported at WFO Wakefield.
NWS Hail Report Location: .55 W Wakefield, VA
1.00″ hail
Jun 30, 2012
9:19 PM EST-5
Hail report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Quarter size hail was measured.
NWS Hail Report Location: .55 W Wakefield, VA
0.88″ hail
Apr 20, 2009
5:40 PM EST-5
Hail report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Nickel size hail was reported.
NWS Hail Report Location: N Sussex, VA
0.75″ hail
Jul 7, 2004
2:30 PM EST
Hail report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Waverly, VA
0.75″ hail
Jul 7, 2004
2:13 PM EST
Hail report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: 1 W Wakefield, VA
4.25″ hail
May 9, 2003
3:45 PM EST
Hail report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Jarratt, VA
1.75″ hail
Apr 17, 2000
5:00 PM EST
Hail report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: Hail ranging from 0.25 inch to 1.75 inches reported in western Sussex county.
NWS Hail Report Location: 18 W Wakefield, VA
2.00″ hail
Apr 17, 2000
4:30 PM EST
Hail report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: 2.00 inch diameter hail reported near Yale in Sussex County.
NWS Hail Report Location: Yale, VA
1.50″ hail
May 1, 1997
3:01 PM EST
Hail report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Wakefield, VA
0.75″ hail
May 1, 1997
2:38 PM EST
Hail report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Hail Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Hail Report Location: Stony Creek, 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 Sussex County

30 reports
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UNK mph
Sep 4, 2026
11:16 PM UTC
Wind report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down at the intersection of Beaver Dam Rd. and Jerusalem Plank Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: Littleton, VA
UNK mph
Sep 4, 2026
11:01 PM UTC
Wind report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down at the intersection of Owen Rd. and Blue Star Highway.
NWS Wind Report Location: Owens, VA
UNK mph
Sep 4, 2026
10:57 PM UTC
Wind report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Newville Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 Sse Disputanta, VA
UNK mph
Sep 4, 2026
10:53 PM UTC
Wind report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Cabin Point Rd.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 Ese Templeton, VA
UNK mph
Sep 4, 2026
10:51 PM UTC
Wind report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Reports of numerous trees down across Jarratt.
NWS Wind Report Location: Jarratt, VA
UNK mph
Sep 4, 2026
10:45 PM UTC
Wind report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down at the intersection of Henderson Road and Little Mill Road.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 Wnw Owens, VA
UNK mph
Sep 2, 2026
9:50 PM UTC
Wind report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down west of Stony Creek.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 W Stony Creek, VA
UNK mph
Aug 10, 2026
11:40 PM UTC
Wind report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down via social media. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Waverly, VA
UNK mph
Aug 10, 2026
11:30 PM UTC
Wind report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Coppahaunk Ave. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Waverly, VA
UNK mph
Aug 10, 2026
11:30 PM UTC
Wind report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Bank St. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: Waverly, VA
UNK mph
Aug 10, 2026
11:30 PM UTC
Wind report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on Bever Dam Rd near Walnut Hill Rd. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 Sse Waverly, VA
UNK mph
Aug 10, 2026
11:15 PM UTC
Wind report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Tree down on road. Time estimated via radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 4 N Newville, VA
UNK mph
Jun 24, 2026
1:36 AM UTC
Wind report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree limbs down on house causing roof damage. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 W Wakefield, VA
UNK mph
Jun 23, 2026
1:43 AM UTC
Wind report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Large tree across eastbound lane on US 460.
NWS Wind Report Location: 2 S Booth Fork, VA
UNK mph
Jun 23, 2026
1:30 AM UTC
Wind report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Wind Report Description: Multiple large tree limbs down. Located about two miles west of Wakefield... VA. Time estimated from radar.
NWS Wind Report Location: 3 ESE Waverly, 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 Sussex County

11 reports
UNK category
Apr 19, 2019
11:33 PM UTC
Tornado report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 4 SE Disputanta, VA
UNK category
Apr 19, 2019
11:25 PM UTC
Tornado report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 3 NNE Booker, VA
UNK category
Feb 24, 2016
7:35 PM UTC
Tornado report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: *** 3 FATAL *** CONFIRMED EF1 TORNADO...PATH LENGTH 9 MILES...TWO MOBILE HOMES DESTROYED...SEVERAL HOMES AND BUSINESSES DAMAGED AND NUMEOUS TREES DOWNED.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Waverly, VA
EF0 category
May 22, 2014
5:20 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: An EF0 tornado developed just north of Highway 460 and south of Petersburg Road approximately one mile northwest of Waverly. The tornado moved south crossing Highway 460 just north of Waverly. As the tornado tracked across Highway 460, it struck the NAPA auto parts store causing only minor damage. Numerous large trees were uprooted and snapped along Highway 460. Highway 460 was closed for a time due to the downed trees. The tornado continued tracking south to North Church Street causing minor damage to the First Baptist Church. Numerous large trees fell into the neighboring cemetery damaging a number of sites. Continuing south, the tornado tracked along New Street snapping trees and causing minor damage to homes breaking out windows and removing siding. The tornado lifted shortly after crossing Highway 40 on the west side of Waverly.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1.77 NW Waverly, VA
EF0 category
Sep 26, 2008
1:00 PM EST-5
Tornado report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: EF-0 tornado occurred in the 8200 block of General Mahone Highway between Wakefield and Waverly. Numerous large limbs and a power line were downed. There was damage to a shed and some shingles were blown off a house. Damage was consistent with wind gusts of 65 to 70 mph.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 2.6 ESE Waverly, VA
F1 category
Jan 11, 2006
5:20 PM EST
Tornado report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: F1 tornado caused intermittent minor roof damage to several residences in its path. A trailer was overturned which caused damage to a vehicle next to it. Pine tree limbs of up to a foot in diameter were snapped off.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 NE Booker, VA
F0 category
May 9, 2003
3:35 PM EST
Tornado report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: Numerous trees downed by F0 tornado in southwest Sussex county.
NWS Tornado Report Location: 1 N Jarratt, VA
F1 category
Aug 6, 1993
1:27 PM EST
Tornado report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: A tornado hit the town of Sussex and moved northeast across the northern part of the county, hitting the southern part of Waverly and dissipated 2 miles east of Waverly. Trees were knocked down all along the path with the most significant damage in and near Waverly. Some houses were damaged in the south part of Waverly and a Peanut warehouse was destroyed just east of town.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Sussex To 2 E, VA
F2 category
Oct 14, 1986
6:20 AM CST
Tornado report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, VA
F3 category
Apr 19, 1978
6:15 PM CST
Tornado report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 Homes in County
Tornado Report Description: No National Weather Service description provided.
NWS Tornado Report Location: Not provided, VA
UNK category
Jul 13, 1975
6:00 PM CST
Tornado report for Sussex County, VA
Sussex County · 3,433 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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Browse Cities with NWS Storm Reports in Sussex County

Waverly, VA 49
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Sussex, VA 45
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Wakefield, VA 32
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Stony Creek, VA 26
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Jarratt, VA 19
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NWS Storm Reports & Census Data

U.S. Census Data · County

Sussex County, VA area census snapshot

People & households
Population10,793
Households3,705
Housing units4,672
Income
Median household income$62,821
$100k+ households38.0%
$150k+ households16.1%
Housing stock
Single-family detached3,433
Attached single-family11
Small multifamily288
Large multifamily59
Mobile homes881
Housing mix
Single-family share73.5%
Attached-home share0.2%
Multifamily share7.4%
Mobile-home share18.9%
Ownership & occupancy
Owner-occupied2,567
Renter-occupied1,138
Vacant units967
Home value & age
Median home value$178,500
Owner homes $300k+13.6%
Owner homes $500k+5.5%
Owner homes $750k+2.0%
Median year built1979
Older-home share52.5%
Vehicle context
Households with cars3,299
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Top ZIP Codes with NWS Storm Reports in Sussex County

23847 114
Emporia, VA Hail, wind & tornado reports
23842 109
Disputanta, VA Hail, wind & tornado reports
23890 73
Sussex, VA Hail, wind & tornado reports
23837 68
Courtland, VA Hail, wind & tornado reports
23888 37
Wakefield, VA Hail, wind & tornado reports
23882 36
Stony Creek, VA Hail, wind & tornado reports
23830 35
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23867 24
Jarratt, VA Hail, wind & tornado reports
23897 10
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23884 6
Sussex, VA Hail, wind & tornado reports

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Frequently asked questions

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

Our records show 21 hail, 148 wind, and 11 tornado reports in Sussex 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 Sussex County?

The largest hail size in these storm-report records in Sussex County is 4.25″. It was reported near Jarratt, VA on May 9, 2003.

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

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

I am selling a home in Sussex 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 Sussex County address?

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