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Union County Hail Map & Storm Reports

Hail, wind, and tornado reports from official NOAA sources (NWS & SPC) · Last 12 months · Updated Sep 12, 2026

Has it hailed in Union County, Georgia recently? Official National Weather Service (NWS) and Storm Prediction Center (SPC) records say yes: 27 hail reports with hail up to 0.75", among 43 severe weather events logged here in the last 12 months, together with 16 high-wind reports with gusts up to 55 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.

Map of Union County, Georgia showing the county boundary and surrounding cities
Union County, Georgia. Map © Mapbox © OpenStreetMap · County boundary: US Census Bureau.

Union County hail map

Where hail and high-wind reports clustered across Union County over the last 12 months. Heat shows report density and significance, not radar.

43
Events (12 mo)
27
Hail
16
Wind
0
Tornado
0.75"
Max hail
55
Max wind (mph)
September 2026
Most recent

What the radar showed

Radar snapshot during the Aug 12, 2026 wind event near Union County, Union County, Georgia, with NWS warning polygons
NEXRAD radar at the moment of the Aug 12, 2026 wind event (55 mph) near Union County. Outlined polygons are the storm-based warnings exactly as issued by the National Weather Service. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

Last 30 days in Union County

Current NEXRAD radar over Union County, Georgia with recent storm report locations
Current radar over the Union County area, with storm reports from the past 7 days plotted. Refreshes throughout the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.
September 2026 1 storm day · 1 NWS warning — hail to 0.25" Exact dates & locations in app →
August 2026 4 storm days · 7 NWS warnings — hail to 0.75", wind to 50 mph Exact dates & locations in app →

Recent storms — full detail available in the app

Storm activity from the last 30 days is summarized at the county level on this page. Exact locations, radar snapshots, and official warning boundaries for recent events are available with a free account.

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Storm log — the official record, day by day

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.

Wednesday, August 12, 2026

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 55 mph

NEXRAD radar during the Wednesday, August 12, 2026 storm activity in Union County, Georgia
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“At 302 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near Statenville to 11 miles south of Stephen Foster State Park. Movement was south at 20 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts of 45 to 55 mph, excessive cloud-to-ground lightning, and minor flooding due to heavy rainfall. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects.”

NWS severe weather mention · Union County

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...”

NWS severe weather mention · Union County

Thursday, August 6, 2026

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph

NEXRAD radar during the Thursday, August 6, 2026 storm activity in Union County, Georgia
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“At 355 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Glen St. Mary, or 17 miles north of Raiford, moving west at 10 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph and minor flooding due to heavy rainfall. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor flooding due to heavy rainfall is possible. Locations impacted include... Macclenny, Glen St.”

NWS severe weather mention · Union County

Tuesday, August 4, 2026

2 NWS warnings — wind gusts up to 50 mph

NEXRAD radar during the Tuesday, August 4, 2026 storm activity in Union County, Georgia
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“At 718 PM EDT, a line of strong thunderstorms was along a line extending from Mineral Bluff to near Pisgah, and moving west at 15 mph. Hazard: 40 to 50 mph wind, frequent cloud to ground lightning and heavy rain. Impact: Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of light, unsecured objects. Heavy rain may cause temporary street flooding especially in poor drainage areas.”

NWS severe weather mention · Union County

“At 650 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Hemp, or 7 miles east of Blue Ridge, moving west at 10 mph. Hazard: 40 to 50 mph wind, frequent cloud to ground lightning and heavy rain. Impact: Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of light, unsecured objects. Heavy rain may cause temporary street flooding especially in poor drainage areas. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Union County

Saturday, August 1, 2026

3 NWS warnings — hail up to 0.75", wind gusts up to 50 mph

NEXRAD radar during the Saturday, August 1, 2026 storm activity in Union County, Georgia
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“At 1155 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Vogel State Park, or 7 miles south of Blairsville, moving northeast at 10 mph. Hazard: 40 to 50 mph wind, frequent cloud to ground lightning and heavy rain. Impact: Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of light, unsecured objects. Heavy rain may cause temporary street flooding especially in poor drainage areas.”

NWS severe weather mention · Union County

“At 1033 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Gooch Mountain Shelter, or 9 miles north of Dahlonega, moving north at 10 mph. Hazard: 40 to 50 mph wind, frequent cloud to ground lightning and heavy rain. Impact: Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of light, unsecured objects. Heavy rain may cause temporary street flooding especially in poor drainage areas.”

NWS severe weather mention · Union County

Tuesday, July 28, 2026

1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"

“At 921 PM EDT, a line of strong thunderstorms was along a line extending from near Blue Ridge to Qualatchee Lake, and moving south at 25 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...”

NWS severe weather mention · Union County

Monday, July 27, 2026

2 SPC verified storm reports

“Trees down across Towncreek School Road and Misty Mountain Lane. (FFC)”

SPC verified report · 2 SSW Track Rock

“Trees down across Moccassin Road and Wilmar Circle. (FFC)”

SPC verified report · 1 NE Ivy Log

Monday, July 13, 2026

1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"

“At 1239 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from 9 miles north of Taylor to Glen St. Mary to Worthington Springs. Movement was east at 30 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea size hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Union County

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...”

NWS severe weather mention · Union County

Friday, July 10, 2026

2 NWS warnings — 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...”

NWS severe weather mention · Union County

“At 328 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Dial, or 10 miles southeast of Blue Ridge, moving east at 45 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...”

NWS severe weather mention · Union County

Thursday, July 9, 2026

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph

NEXRAD radar during the Thursday, July 9, 2026 storm activity in Union County, Georgia
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“At 158 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Pisgah, or 9 miles east of Ellijay, moving east at 35 mph. Hazard: 40 to 50 mph wind, frequent cloud to ground lightning and heavy rain. Impact: Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of light, unsecured objects. Heavy rain may cause temporary street flooding especially in poor drainage areas. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Union County

Saturday, July 4, 2026

1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"

“At 134 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Woods Hole Shelter, or 11 miles south of Blairsville. This storm was nearly stationary. 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...”

NWS severe weather mention · Union County

Friday, July 3, 2026

1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"

“At 1246 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Gaddistown, or 12 miles northwest of Dahlonega. This storm was nearly stationary. 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...”

NWS severe weather mention · Union County

Wednesday, July 1, 2026

1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"

“At 221 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Stover Creek Shelter, or 15 miles northwest of Dahlonega, moving west at 15 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...”

NWS severe weather mention · Union County

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...”

NWS severe weather mention · Union County

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph

NEXRAD radar during the Tuesday, June 23, 2026 storm activity in Union County, Georgia
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“At 445 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near Taylor to 6 miles east of Mayo. Movement was southeast at 25 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include... Lake City, Ichetucknee Spring, Columbia, Macclenny, Fort White, Glen St.”

NWS severe weather mention · Union County

Sunday, June 14, 2026

1 SPC verified storm report

“Public reported around 7 trees were blown down off of Deyton Road. (FFC)”

SPC verified report · 3 SW Blairsville

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.”

NWS severe weather mention · Union County

Sunday, May 17, 2026

3 NWS warnings — hail up to 0.75"

NEXRAD radar during the Sunday, May 17, 2026 storm activity in Union County, Georgia
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“At 751 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over McKee, or over Dawsonville, moving north at 15 mph. Hazard: 40 to 50 mph wind, up to penny 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...”

NWS severe weather mention · Union County

“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...”

NWS severe weather mention · Union County

Saturday, April 4, 2026

1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"

“At 402 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Amicalola Falls State Park, or 12 miles northeast of Jasper, moving northeast 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...”

NWS severe weather mention · Union County

Monday, March 16, 2026

4 NWS warnings — hail up to 0.5", wind gusts up to 50 mph

NEXRAD radar during the Monday, March 16, 2026 storm activity in Union County, Georgia
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“At 111 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near Belmont to near Mcalpin. Movement was east at 45 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Union County

“At 1237 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms near Sampson, or 11 miles southwest of Starke, moving northeast at 45 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Union County

Thursday, March 12, 2026

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph

“At 1015 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking showers and thunderstorms along a line extending from near Taylor to near Obrien. Movement was southeast at 30 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts 40 to 50 mph. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Union County

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.”

NWS severe weather mention · Union County

Thursday, December 18, 2025

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph

“At 1149 PM EST, a strong thunderstorm was near Cherry Log, or near Blue Ridge, moving east at 50 mph. Hazard: 40 to 50 mph wind and heavy rain. Impact: Expect minor damage to tree limbs and blowing around of light, unsecured objects. Heavy rain may cause temporary street flooding especially in poor drainage areas. Locations impacted include...”

NWS severe weather mention · Union County

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...”

NWS severe weather mention · Union County

Today's severe weather outlook

Storm Prediction Center Day 1 convective outlook — national severe weather risk map for today
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Common questions

When was the last severe storm in Union County, GA?

The most recent recorded event was in September 2026. Official NWS and SPC records show 43 severe weather events in Union County over the last 12 months. Exact dates and locations for recent storms are available in the app with a free account.

Did it hail in Union County recently?

Yes — 27 hail reports in the last 12 months, with hail up to 0.75" recorded. The hail map above shows where reports clustered; the storm log lists each day.

How do I see hail history for a specific address in Union County?

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