White County Storm Activity
Wind, hail, and tornado activity from official NOAA sources (NWS & SPC) · Last 12 months · Updated Sep 11, 2026
Has it hailed in White County, Georgia recently? Official National Weather Service (NWS) and Storm Prediction Center (SPC) records say yes: 12 hail reports with hail up to 0.75", among 20 severe weather events logged here in the last 12 months, together with 8 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.
What the radar showed
Last 30 days in White County
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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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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" White County NWS severe weather mention
Sunday, August 2, 2026
2 NWS warnings — hail up to 0.25", wind gusts up to 50 mph
“At 459 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Lula, or 8 miles northeast of Gainesville, moving northeast at 20 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...”
“At 309 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Mossy Creek, or near Cleveland, moving northeast 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... Lula, Leaf, and Mossy Creek.”
- Wind 50 mph White County NWS severe weather mention
- Hail 0.25" White County NWS severe weather mention
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...”
- Hail 0.25" White County NWS severe weather mention
Monday, July 27, 2026
2 SPC verified storm reports
“Trees down across Claude Sims Road near Shepherd Drive. (FFC)”
“Trees down across Chimney Mountain Road. (FFC)”
- Wind Unknown 1 WNW Cleveland SPC verified report
- Wind Unknown 1 SE Anna Ruby Falls SPC verified report
Saturday, July 11, 2026
1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"
“At 250 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Cleveland, moving southeast 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... Gainesville, Dahlonega, Cleveland, Clermont, Garland, Leaf, Mossy Creek, and Qualatchee Lake.”
- Hail 0.25" White County NWS severe weather mention
Thursday, July 9, 2026
1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"
“At 235 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over McKee, or near Dawsonville, moving east 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...”
- Hail 0.25" White County NWS severe weather mention
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...”
- Hail 0.25" White County NWS severe weather mention
Friday, May 22, 2026
1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.75"
“At 215 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Murrayville, or 8 miles northwest of Gainesville, moving northeast at 20 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... Gainesville, Clermont, Garland, and Murrayville.”
- Hail 0.75" White County NWS severe weather mention
Thursday, May 21, 2026
1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"
“At 439 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was near Lula, or 7 miles northeast of Gainesville, moving northeast 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" White 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" White County NWS severe weather mention
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
2 SPC verified storm reports
“Tree down across roadway near intersection of Bean Creek Rd and Gold Valley Rd. (FFC)”
“Tree down along Skitts Mountain Road near Campground Rd blocking 1 lane. (FFC)”
- Wind Unknown 2 NNW Sautee SPC verified report
- Wind Unknown 3 NE Clermont SPC verified report
Saturday, April 4, 2026
1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"
“At 745 PM EDT, a strong thunderstorm was over Garland, or near Dahlonega, moving northeast at 10 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" White County NWS severe weather mention
Sunday, March 15, 2026
1 SPC verified storm report
“Public reported a carport blown approximately 75 feet at a location near Lothridge Road and Hwy 115. (FFC)”
- Wind Unknown 2 WNW Leaf SPC verified report
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 White County NWS severe weather mention
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...”
- Wind 50 mph White County NWS severe weather mention
Today's severe weather outlook
Common questions
When was the last severe storm in White County, GA?
The most recent recorded event was in September 2026. Official NWS and SPC records show 20 severe weather events in White 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 White County recently?
Yes — 12 hail reports in the last 12 months, with hail up to 0.75" recorded.
How do I check whether a specific address was affected?
Create a free IDOLCheck account and run an address check. It shows verified storm reports and official NWS warning boundaries around any specific property — county-level pages like this one only tell part of the story.