Eastern Essex storm history
Storm events recorded in Eastern Essex, Virginia between 1950 and 2025.
30
Total events
0
Tornadoes
0
Hail
6
Floods
0
Deaths
$111K
Property damage
Most significant events
Strongest tornadoes, deadliest events, and biggest damage in this county. Up to 50 shown.
Coastal Flood Coastal Flood
Strong northeast winds between coastal low pressure offshore and high pressure over eastern Canada resulted in an extended period of coastal flooding. The gauge at Tappahannock recorded major tidal flooding of 4.04 ft MLLW at 5:25 AM EDT on October 30th.
Coastal Flood Coastal Flood
A coastal low lingering off the Southeast coast on October 12 resulted in a prolonged period of elevated northeast to north winds across the Chesapeake Bay. This led to widespread moderate to major coastal flooding across Essex County on October 12 into October 13. Tappahannock r…
Coastal Flood Coastal Flood
Elevated winds and long-period swell led to coastal flooding in eastern Virginia, particularly on the tidal rivers. The tide gauge at Tappahannock, VA exceeded moderate flood threshold two times: recording 3.50 feet MLLW at 10:05 PM EST on October 1 and 3.57 feet MLLW at 10:00 PM…
Coastal Flood Coastal Flood
Hurricane Erin passed well offshore and combined with high pressure to the north, resulting in a period of strong onshore winds and coastal flooding across eastern Virginia and the Virginia Eastern Shore. The tide gauge at Tappahannock, VA reported moderate tidal flooding twice, …
Excessive Heat Excessive Heat
A prolonged heatwave impacted Essex County over the course of three days from June 23 to 25. Each day, heat indices reached 105 to 115 degrees with most areas peaking around 110 degrees. Daily high temperatures in the upper 90s and dew points in the mid to upper 70s were also com…
Coastal Flood Coastal Flood
An area of low pressure occluded over the Ohio Valley on May 21 into May 22. This allowed for a period of elevated onshore flow which led to moderate coastal flooding across Essex County. Tappahannock reached 3.62 feet MLLW at 7:20 PM EST on May 21.
Heavy Snow Heavy Snow
Snowfall ranged from 3 to 6 inches across Essex county. 5.5 inches of snowfall was measured near Tappahannock, VA.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Snowfall totals generally ranged from 4 to 5 inches across eastern Essex County. A snowfall total of 4.5 inches was reported in Dunnsville. Snow changed over to a wintry mix with at least light freezing rain likely occurring. However, no specific freezing rain total was reported.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Snowfall totals likely ranged from 3 to 5 inches across eastern Essex County. No snowfall reports were received in Essex County. However, a snowfall total of 6 inches was reported to the west of Essex in Penola within Caroline County. Another snowfall total of 4 inches was report…
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Snowfall totals generally ranged between two inches and four inches across the county.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Snowfall totals generally ranged between two inches and four inches across the county. Snowfall total of 4.0 inches was reported at Tappahannock.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Ice accretions between 0.20 inch and 0.30 inch, along with sleet accumulations between 0.5 inch and 1.0 inch were reported. Several trees and power lines were downed, with numerous power outages reported.
Ice Storm Ice Storm
Freezing rain or freezing drizzle resulted in significant ice accretion between 0.25 inch and 0.35 inch across the county. Numerous trees and power lines were downed, with widespread power outages reported due to the ice accretion.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Snowfall totals generally ranged between three inches and five inches across the county. Snowfall total of 4.5 inches was reported at (1 NNE) Tappahannock.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Snowfall totals generally ranged between one half inch and two inches across the county.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Snowfall totals generally ranged between two inches and three inches across the county.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Snowfall totals generally ranged between three inches and five inches across the county.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Snowfall totals generally ranged between four inches and eight inches across the county. Montague (1 SE) reported 5.0 inches of snow.
High Wind High Wind
Several trees were downed and there was minor structural damage.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Snowfall totals ranged between one inch and three inches across the county. Tappahannock reported 2.0 inches of snow.
High Wind High Wind
The very strong winds downed trees, and caused scattered power outages.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Snowfall totals ranged between one inch and two inches across the county.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Snowfall totals ranged between five inches and eight inches across the county. Tappahannock reported 8.0 inches of snow.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Snowfall totals ranged between two inches and four inches across the county.
Heavy Snow Heavy Snow
Snowfall totals were generally between 4 inches and 7 inches across the county.
Frost/Freeze Frost/Freeze
Freezing temperatures between 25 and 28 degrees occurred. The average duration was around 11 hours. Widespread damage to fruit trees and bushes was noted across the county. Winter wheat, barley, and hay grasses were also damaged.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Snowfall totals were generally between 1 inch and 2 inches across the county.
Winter Weather Winter Weather
Snowfall totals were generally between 1 inch and 3 inches across the county. Caret (1 S) reported 2.5 inches of snow.
Winter Storm Winter Storm
Snowfall totals were generally between 6 inches and 10 inches across the county. Tappahannock reported 10.0 inches of snow.
Coastal Flood Coastal Flood
A tidal departure of 2 to 3 feet resulted in moderate flooding along the Rappahannock River.
Events by year
| Year | Events | Tornadoes |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 9 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 | 0 |
| 2021 | 5 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 | 0 |
| 2018 | 6 | 0 |
| 2017 | 2 | 0 |
| 2016 | 4 | 0 |
| 2015 | 1 | 0 |