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New Kent County Hail Map & Storm Reports

Hail, wind, and tornado reports from official NOAA sources (NWS & SPC) · Last 12 months · Updated Sep 14, 2026

Looking for storm and wind reports in New Kent County, Virginia? Official National Weather Service (NWS) and Storm Prediction Center (SPC) records show 21 severe weather events in the last 12 months — 16 high-wind reports with gusts up to 50 mph, plus 5 hail reports with hail up to 0.5". 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.

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

New Kent County hail map

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

21
Events (12 mo)
5
Hail
16
Wind
0
Tornado
0.5"
Max hail
50
Max wind (mph)
August 2026
Most recent

What the radar showed

Radar snapshot during the Jul 28, 2026 wind event near New Kent County, New Kent County, Virginia, with NWS warning polygons
NEXRAD radar at the moment of the Jul 28, 2026 wind event (50 mph) near New Kent 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 New Kent County

Current NEXRAD radar over New Kent County, Virginia with recent storm report locations
Current radar over the New Kent 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.
August 2026 4 storm days · 4 NWS warnings — hail to 0.25", 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.

Saturday, August 15, 2026

1 SPC verified storm report

NEXRAD radar during the Saturday, August 15, 2026 storm activity in New Kent County, Virginia
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 downed off Airport Road in Quinton. Time radar estimated. (AKQ)”

SPC verified report · 1 NNW New Kent Airport

Monday, August 10, 2026

2 SPC verified storm reports

NEXRAD radar during the Monday, August 10, 2026 storm activity in New Kent County, Virginia
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“The 911 call center reported a tree down near the intersection of Baskin Point Trail and Colony Trail in New Kent County. Time estimated from radar. (AKQ)”

SPC verified report · 2 E Chickahominy Shore

“The 911 call center reported a tree down along Criss Cross Road and another tree down along the interstate. Time estimate from radar. (AKQ)”

SPC verified report · 1 WNW Colonial Downs

Tuesday, July 28, 2026

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

NEXRAD radar during the Tuesday, July 28, 2026 storm activity in New Kent County, Virginia
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 1004 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm over Toano, moving southeast at 35 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. This strong thunderstorm will be near... Norge around 1010 PM EDT. Williamsburg around 1015 PM EDT.”

NWS severe weather mention · New Kent County

“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.”

NWS severe weather mention · New Kent County

Wednesday, July 22, 2026

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph

NEXRAD radar during the Wednesday, July 22, 2026 storm activity in New Kent County, Virginia
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 206 AM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong thunderstorms over West Point, moving east at 30 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. Reduced visibility and minor flooding possible. This strong thunderstorm will be near...”

NWS severe weather mention · New Kent County

Tuesday, July 21, 2026

2 SPC verified storm reports

NEXRAD radar during the Tuesday, July 21, 2026 storm activity in New Kent County, Virginia
Radar during the most significant activity of the day. Imagery courtesy of the Iowa Environmental Mesonet, Iowa State University; radar data via NOAA/NWS.

“Wind damage in a area a quarter to half mile side. Numerous trees snapped along with some minor structural damage to buildings in the area. (AKQ)”

SPC verified report · 2 NE Roxbury

“Tree knocked down along I-64 resulting in the closure of an exit ramp. (AKQ)”

SPC verified report · Bottoms Bridge

Monday, July 6, 2026

1 SPC verified storm report

“Two trees down on Farmers Drive. Time estimated via radar. (AKQ)”

SPC verified report · 1 S Plum Point

Sunday, July 5, 2026

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph

NEXRAD radar during the Sunday, July 5, 2026 storm activity in New Kent County, Virginia
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 546 PM EDT, radar indicated strong thunderstorms were located along a line extending from near Virginia Commonwealth University to near Highland Springs. Movement was northeast at 15 mph. Winds in excess of 40 to 50 mph are possible with these storms. These storms will be near... Richmond, Mechanicsville, Highland Springs, and East Highland Park around 550 PM EDT.”

NWS severe weather mention · New Kent County

Monday, June 22, 2026

1 NWS warning — wind gusts up to 50 mph

NEXRAD radar during the Monday, June 22, 2026 storm activity in New Kent County, Virginia
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 801 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along a line extending from near West Point to near Charles City to near McKenney. 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...”

NWS severe weather mention · New Kent County

Sunday, June 14, 2026

3 SPC verified storm reports

NEXRAD radar during the Sunday, June 14, 2026 storm activity in New Kent County, Virginia
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 downed on Airport Road just north of I-64. Confirmed by county employee. Time Radar-Estimated. (AKQ)”

SPC verified report · 1 S Quinton

“Tree knocked down along New Kent Hwy. Time estimated from radar. (AKQ)”

SPC verified report · 3 NNW Barhamsville

Sunday, March 15, 2026

2 SPC verified storm reports

“Several trees down throughout New Kent County. (AKQ)”

SPC verified report · Slaterville

Today's severe weather outlook

Storm Prediction Center Day 1 convective outlook — national severe weather risk map for today
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 New Kent County, VA?

The most recent recorded event was in August 2026. Official NWS and SPC records show 21 severe weather events in New Kent 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 New Kent County recently?

Yes — 5 hail reports in the last 12 months, with hail up to 0.5" 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 New Kent County?

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