Wind, hail, and tornado activity from official NOAA sources (NWS & SPC) · Last 180 days · Updated Sep 11, 2026
Has it hailed in Caldwell County, North Carolina recently? Official National Weather Service (NWS) and Storm Prediction Center (SPC) records say yes: 1 hail report with hail up to 1.25", among 14 severe weather events logged here in the last 180 days, together with 13 high-wind reports. 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.
NEXRAD radar at the moment of the Aug 11, 2026 hail event (1.25") near 1 SSW Patterson. 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 Caldwell County
Current radar over the Caldwell 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.
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.
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.
Tuesday, August 11, 2026
2 SPC verified storm reports — hail up to 1.25"
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.
“Trained spotter reports Half Dollar sized hail on Blowing Rock Road. (GSP)”
SPC verified report · 1 SSW Patterson
“Emergency Management reports numerous trees down with a couple of houses impacted by fallen trees on Setzers Creek Road and Warrior Road. (GSP)”
SPC verified report · 2 SW Patterson
Hail1.25"1 SSW PattersonSPC verified report
WindUnknown2 SW PattersonSPC verified report
Saturday, July 4, 2026
2 SPC verified storm reports
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.
“Trees and utility lines downed... several on homes... between Hibriten Drive SE and 321. (GSP)”
SPC verified report · 1 ESE Lenoir
“Power outages from fallen trees and utility lines. (GSP)”
SPC verified report · 2 SSE Lenoir
WindUnknown1 ESE LenoirSPC verified report
WindUnknown2 SSE LenoirSPC verified report
Saturday, June 27, 2026
1 SPC verified storm report
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.
“Social media report of trees down between Rhodhiss and Granite Falls. (GSP)”
SPC verified report · Rhodhiss
WindUnknownRhodhissSPC verified report
Friday, June 12, 2026
2 SPC verified storm reports
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.
“Multiple trees on road and powerlines down. (GSP)”
SPC verified report · 2 NNW Lenoir
WindUnknown1 S PattersonSPC verified report
WindUnknown2 NNW LenoirSPC verified report
Monday, June 8, 2026
2 SPC verified storm reports
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.
“Tree down on Taylorsville Rd in the Little River area. Time estimated. (GSP)”
SPC verified report · 5 NNE Hudson
“Tree down on Pearl Dr. Time estimated from radar. (GSP)”
SPC verified report · 1 N Cajahs Mountain
WindUnknown5 NNE HudsonSPC verified report
WindUnknown1 N Cajahs MountainSPC verified report
Today's severe weather outlook
Storm Prediction Center Day 1 convective outlook: categorical severe weather risk for today, updated several times daily. Source: NOAA/NWS Storm Prediction Center.
Common questions
When was the last severe storm in Caldwell County, NC?
The most recent recorded event was in September 2026. Official NWS and SPC records show 14 severe weather events in Caldwell County over the last 180 days. Exact dates and locations for recent storms are available in the app with a free account.
Has there been hail in Caldwell County recently?
Yes — 1 hail report in the last 180 days, with hail up to 1.25" recorded.
How do I check whether a specific address was affected?
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