Charlottesville (c) storm history
Storm events recorded in Charlottesville (c), Virginia between 1950 and 2025.
80
Total events
1
Tornadoes
10
Hail
14
Floods
0
Deaths
$816K
Property damage
Most significant events
Strongest tornadoes, deadliest events, and biggest damage in this county. Up to 50 shown.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
There were three calls for trees and wires blown down on the northern and northeastern side of Charlottesville.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A large tree split in half and fell on power lines across Alderman Road.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
At least six inches of water were flowing along Alderman Road near Whitehead Road. Several other roads had standing water on them around a foot in depth.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Several inches of water were flowing on Jefferson Park Avenue between Fontaine Avenue and the Fry's Sring Beach Club. Road was closed.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees, branches, and wires blew down on the south side of the City of Charlottesville.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
There were multiple trees blown down around the City of Charlottesville.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees blew down on the north side of the City of Charlottesville, including in the 1600 block of Greenleaf Lane and in the 1400 block of Kenwood Lane.
Hail Hail
Quarter size hail was reported near the US-250 Bypass in the City of Charlottesville.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Ongoing flooding intensified to flash flooding along Moores Creek. A pedestrian bridge connecting Sunset Avenue and Sunset Avenue Extension was washed away. Water was reported to be four to five feet up on the outside of a home near the creek, and floodwaters pushed into Azalea P…
Flood Flood
Two people were rescued from a car floating in floodwaters near the intersection of Old Ivy Road and Ivy Road.
Flood Flood
The 400 block of Cherry Avenue in Charlottesville was flooded and closed. Also, Tonsler Park nearby had standing water in it.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree was down on Heards Mountain Road at Hungry Town Road.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree was down at the 1500 Block of Dairy Road.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree was knocked down onto a house near the 10000 block of Sheridan Avenue.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
University Ave at Business US-29 was closed due to flooding.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Several trees fell onto houses.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree was blown down at Allwood Ln. and Rio Rd.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree fell down on a vehicle at Jefferson Park Avenue and Shamrock Road.
Flood Flood
Heavy rain and subsequent flooding caused sink hole on Avon Street. The street was closed for prolonged period. A spotter in Charlottesville reported 2.80 inches of rain.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees were down in the city of Charlottesville.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree was down along Park Street at Melbourne Road.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree was down near the Route 250 Bypass.
A pine tree fell down onto an automobile along Vine Street. There was one injury reported.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree fell and snapped a power pole in Charlottesville.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A tree was down on wires in Charlottesville.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Several trees were down in the western parts of Newcomb Hall.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Multiple trees were down across the county.
Hail Hail
A Trained spotter reported of penny-sized hail.
Hail Hail
Broadcast media reported nickel-sized hail.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
A local newspaper reported numerous trees and power lines downed across the City of Charlottesville.
Hail Hail
Flash Flood Flash Flood
The City of Charlottesville Emergency Management reported 1 foot of running water over the roadway. There was also a washout of a road under construction at th3 00th block of 15 St NW.
Hail Hail
Broadcast Media reported penny size hail on Hydraulic Road in Charlottesville.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Fire Department Officials reported trees down on a house within the City of Charlottesville.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees and power lines were downed on Barracks Road in Charlottesville, VA.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Emergency Management reported trees down on power lines and power lines downed in the City of Charlottesville.
Flood Flood
Virginia Department of Transportation reported roads closed in the City of Charlottesville due to flooding.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees downed.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees down in the city.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees down on Park Street.
Funnel Cloud Funnel Cloud
In Albemarle County and the City of Charlottesville, heavy rain and high winds left downed trees and power lines. There were also several reports of trees downed and funnel cloud sightings on and near the University of Virginia campus. Two cars were also damaged when trees fell o…
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
In Albemarle County and the City of Charlottesville, heavy rain and high winds left downed trees and power lines. There were also several reports of trees downed and funnel cloud sightings on and near the University of Virginia campus. Two cars were also damaged when trees fell o…
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees down across the city.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees down on Jefferson Avenue.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees down on Barracks Road and US Route 250.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Trees down on Barracks Road just northwest of downtown Charlottesville.
Flash Flood Flash Flood
Several roads across the city were flooded.
Thunderstorm Wind Thunderstorm Wind
Several trees were downed.
Heavy Rain Heavy Rain
Hail Hail
Penny sized hail was reported on the southeast side of town.
Events by year
| Year | Events | Tornadoes |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 4 | 0 |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 | 2 | 0 |
| 2020 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 4 | 0 |
| 2017 | 1 | 0 |
| 2016 | 1 | 0 |
| 2013 | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 | 2 | 0 |
| 2011 | 8 | 0 |
| 2010 | 2 | 0 |
| 2008 | 5 | 0 |
| 2007 | 5 | 0 |
| 2006 | 1 | 0 |
| 2005 | 4 | 0 |
| 2004 | 4 | 0 |
| 2003 | 6 | 0 |
| 2002 | 3 | 0 |
| 2001 | 5 | 0 |
| 2000 | 6 | 1 |
| 1999 | 7 | 0 |
| 1998 | 3 | 0 |
| 1991 | 1 | 0 |
| 1983 | 2 | 0 |
| 1977 | 1 | 0 |