Chesterfield County Storm Activity
Wind, hail, and tornado activity from official NOAA sources (NWS & SPC) · Last 12 months · Updated Sep 11, 2026
Looking for storm and wind reports in Chesterfield County, Virginia? Official National Weather Service (NWS) and Storm Prediction Center (SPC) records show 30 severe weather events in the last 12 months — 23 high-wind reports with gusts up to 50 mph, plus 7 hail reports with hail up to 0.88". The most recent recorded storm activity was in August 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 Chesterfield 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.
Monday, August 10, 2026
3 SPC verified storm reports · 1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph
“At 601 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking outflow from thunderstorms along a line extending from near Laurel to 6 miles west of Bon Air. Movement was east at 45 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down small trees and blow around unsecured objects. Wind impacting handling of high profile vehicles. Strong thunderstorms will be near...”
“Corrects previous non-tstm wnd dmg report from 3 N Matoaca. Large tree on vehicle near Matoaca High School. (AKQ)”
- Wind 50 mph Chesterfield County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind Unknown 3 N Matoaca SPC verified report
- Wind Unknown 2 WNW Midlothian SPC verified report
- Wind Unknown 4 NW Beach SPC verified report
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.5"
“At 914 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near King William to near Goochland. Movement was south at 15 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch hail. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down small trees and blow around unsecured objects. Wind impacting handling of high profile vehicles. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible.”
- Hail 0.5" Chesterfield County NWS severe weather mention
Monday, July 27, 2026
1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph
“At 414 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near Chesterfield Court House to near Chester to near Bottoms Bridge. Movement was southeast at 15 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph and heavy rain. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down small trees and blow around unsecured objects. Wind impacting handling of high profile vehicles.”
- Wind 50 mph Chesterfield County NWS severe weather mention
Tuesday, July 21, 2026
2 SPC verified storm reports
“Tree knocked down on Qualia Road near Birchlake Circle. (AKQ)”
“Tree down blocking Second Branch Rd. near River Rd. Time estimated from radar. (AKQ)”
- Wind Unknown 2 NW Beach SPC verified report
- Wind Unknown 4 SW Beach SPC verified report
Saturday, July 18, 2026
2 SPC verified storm reports · 1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph
“At 259 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near Macon to near Spainville. Movement was northeast at 30 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down small trees and blow around unsecured objects. Wind impacting handling of high profile vehicles. Strong thunderstorms will be near...”
“511 VA is showing multiple trees down along along roads in northern Chesterfield county. (AKQ)”
- Wind 50 mph Chesterfield County NWS severe weather mention
- Wind Unknown 3 S Bon Air SPC verified report
- Wind Unknown 2 SSE Chester SPC verified report
Friday, July 10, 2026
1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"
“At 241 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Nottoway, or near Crewe, moving east at 20 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 40 mph, pea size hail, and heavy rain. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is possible. Reduced visibility and minor flooding possible. Locations impacted include...”
- Hail 0.25" Chesterfield County NWS severe weather mention
Monday, July 6, 2026
1 SPC verified storm report
- Wind Unknown 4 SSE Midlothian SPC verified report
Sunday, July 5, 2026
1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.88"
“At 538 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Scotts Fork, or near Amelia Courthouse, moving north at 10 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph, nickel size hail, and heavy rain. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down small trees and blow around unsecured objects. Wind impacting handling of high profile vehicles. Minor hail damage to outdoor objects is possible.”
- Hail 0.88" Chesterfield County NWS severe weather mention
Monday, June 22, 2026
1 SPC verified storm report
“Tree down on Abingdon circle. Time Estimated by Radar. (AKQ)”
- Wind Unknown 3 SE Midlothian SPC verified report
Sunday, June 14, 2026
2 SPC verified storm reports
“Multiple large branches knocked down at N Enon Church Rd at Meadowville. Time estimated from radar. (AKQ)”
“Large tree branches reported downed onto power lines on Midlothian Turnpike near Huguenot Rd. (AKQ)”
- Wind Unknown 2 S Meadowville SPC verified report
- Wind Unknown 1 E Midlothian SPC verified report
Friday, June 12, 2026
1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph
“At 832 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Scotts Fork, or near Amelia Courthouse, moving east at 25 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down small trees and blow around unsecured objects. Wind impacting handling of high profile vehicles.”
- Wind 50 mph Chesterfield County NWS severe weather mention
Thursday, May 21, 2026
1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"
“At 159 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near Chesterfield Court House, or near Bon Air, moving east at 5 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 40 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...”
- Hail 0.25" Chesterfield County NWS severe weather mention
Saturday, April 25, 2026
1 NWS warning — hail up to 0.25"
“At 557 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near Mannboro to near Wilsons to Dundas. Movement was east at 25 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 40 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. Strong thunderstorms will be near...”
- Hail 0.25" Chesterfield County NWS severe weather mention
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph
“At 902 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from Goochland to near Chula to 6 miles northwest of Spainville. Movement was east at 30 mph. Hazard: Wind gusts up to 50 mph. Impact: Gusty winds could knock down small trees and blow around unsecured objects. Wind impacting handling of high profile vehicles. Strong thunderstorms will be near...”
- Wind 50 mph Chesterfield County NWS severe weather mention
Sunday, March 15, 2026
1 SPC verified storm report
“Blown transformer and tree down in the road. (AKQ)”
- Wind Unknown 1 ESE Skinquarter SPC verified report
Today's severe weather outlook
Common questions
When was the last severe storm in Chesterfield County, VA?
The most recent recorded event was in August 2026. Official NWS and SPC records show 30 severe weather events in Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield County recently?
Yes — 7 hail reports in the last 12 months, with hail up to 0.88" recorded.
How do I check whether a specific address was affected?
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