Towns County Storm Activity
Wind, hail, and tornado activity from official NOAA sources (NWS & SPC) · Last 12 months · Updated Sep 12, 2026
Has it hailed in Towns County, Georgia recently? Official National Weather Service (NWS) and Storm Prediction Center (SPC) records say yes: 15 hail reports with hail up to 0.25", among 18 severe weather events logged here in the last 12 months, together with 3 high-wind reports with gusts up to 50 mph. The most recent recorded storm activity was in September 2026. This page updates daily: every event comes straight from official NOAA data — no estimates, no modeling, just the record.
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Last 30 days in Towns County
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Events older than 30 days, as recorded by the National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center. Excerpts are quoted directly from official warnings and verified reports.
Sunday, August 9, 2026
1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"
“At 735 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Low Gap Shelter, or 11 miles north of Cleveland, moving east at 15 mph. Hazard: Up to 40 mph wind, pea sized hail and frequent cloud to ground lightning. Impact: Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of light, unsecured objects. Locations impacted include...”
- Hail 0.25" Towns County NWS severe weather mention
Monday, July 27, 2026
2 SPC verified storm reports
“Numerous trees downed and snapped on a property along Adkins Lane. Possible Tornado pending further investigation. (FFC)”
“Trees were reported down on Bugscuffle Road at Bugscuffle Spur. (FFC)”
- Wind Unknown 2 S Titus SPC verified report
- Wind Unknown 2 N Macedonia SPC verified report
Friday, July 17, 2026
1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"
“At 324 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Hiawassee, moving north at 10 mph. Hazard: 40 to 50 mph wind, pea sized hail and frequent cloud to ground lightning. Impact: Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of light, unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Hiawassee and Macedonia.”
- Hail 0.25" Towns County NWS severe weather mention
Saturday, July 11, 2026
1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"
“At 120 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Alexanders Mill, or near Hayesville, moving south at 20 mph. Hazard: Up to 40 mph wind, pea sized hail and frequent cloud to ground lightning. Impact: Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of light, unsecured objects. Locations impacted include...”
- Hail 0.25" Towns County NWS severe weather mention
Friday, July 10, 2026
1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"
“At 340 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Young Harris, or near Hiawassee, moving east at 40 mph. Hazard: 40 to 50 mph wind, pea sized hail and frequent cloud to ground lightning. Impact: Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of light, unsecured objects. Locations impacted include...”
- Hail 0.25" Towns County NWS severe weather mention
Thursday, July 2, 2026
1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"
“At 544 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Tate City, or 10 miles east of Hiawassee, moving southwest at 10 mph. Hazard: 40 to 50 mph wind, pea sized hail and frequent cloud to ground lightning. Impact: Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of light, unsecured objects. Locations impacted include...”
- Hail 0.25" Towns County NWS severe weather mention
Saturday, June 27, 2026
1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"
“At 429 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Jones Creek, or near Blairsville, moving east at 30 mph. Hazard: Up to 40 mph wind, pea sized hail and frequent cloud to ground lightning. Impact: Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of light, unsecured objects. Locations impacted include...”
- Hail 0.25" Towns County NWS severe weather mention
Thursday, May 21, 2026
1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"
“At 307 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Gumlog, or near Blairsville, moving east at 15 mph. Hazard: Up to 40 mph wind, pea sized hail and frequent cloud to ground lightning. Impact: Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of light, unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Blairsville, Young Harris, Gumlog, and Alexanders Mill.”
- Hail 0.25" Towns County NWS severe weather mention
Sunday, May 17, 2026
1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"
“At 1023 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Camp Coleman Lake, or near Cleveland, moving north at 25 mph. Hazard: Up to 40 mph wind, pea sized hail and frequent cloud to ground lightning. Impact: Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of light, unsecured objects. Locations impacted include...”
- Hail 0.25" Towns County NWS severe weather mention
Saturday, March 7, 2026
1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"
“At 802 PM EST, a strong thunderstorm was over Tate City, or 9 miles northwest of Clayton, moving east at 20 mph. Hazard: Up to 40 mph wind, pea sized hail and frequent cloud to ground lightning. Impact: Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of light, unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Tate City and Plum Orchard Gap Shelter.”
- Hail 0.25" Towns County NWS severe weather mention
Friday, February 6, 2026
1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph
“WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph expected. Elevations above 1500 feet may see wind gusts of 40 to 50 mph. WHERE...Dawson, Fannin, Gilmer, Lumpkin, Pickens, Union, Towns, White, and Murray Counties. WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 1 PM EST Saturday. IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects.”
- Wind 50 mph Towns County NWS severe weather mention
Saturday, September 27, 2025
1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"
“At 215 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Track Rock, or near Blairsville, moving southeast at 5 mph. Hazard: Up to 40 mph wind, pea sized hail and frequent cloud to ground lightning. Impact: Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of light, unsecured objects. Locations impacted include...”
- Hail 0.25" Towns County NWS severe weather mention
Today's severe weather outlook
Common questions
When was the last severe storm in Towns County, GA?
The most recent recorded event was in September 2026. Official NWS and SPC records show 18 severe weather events in Towns County over the last 12 months. Exact dates and locations for recent storms are available in the app with a free account.
Has there been hail in Towns County recently?
Yes — 15 hail reports in the last 12 months, with hail up to 0.25" recorded.
How do I check whether a specific address was affected?
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