Albemarle, NC
Local storm history & FEMA National Risk Index data
Albemarle is rated Relatively Low for overall natural hazard risk — lower risk than most US counties — based on FEMA's National Risk Index for Stanly County, NC. The county's highest-rated hazards are ice storm, hurricane, and inland flooding.
Storm events near Albemarle
NOAA-recorded tornado, hail, and flood events within 25 miles of Albemarle's center, 2016–2026 — the only hazards NOAA reports with exact coordinates, so these counts are specific to Albemarle itself, not the whole county.
County-wide hazard risk
Every other hazard FEMA and NOAA track — including drought — is only scored at the county level. These are Stanly County's FEMA National Risk Index scores, covering Albemarle along with the rest of the county, not a Albemarle-specific figure.
| Hazard | NRI score | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Wildfire | 24.7 | Very Low |
| Inland Flooding | 69.9 | Relatively Low |
| Coastal Flooding | — | Not Applicable |
| Earthquake | 63.7 | Relatively Low |
| Heat Wave | 58.1 | Relatively Low |
| Tornado | 65.1 | Relatively Moderate |
| Avalanche | — | Not Applicable |
| Cold Wave | 46 | Relatively Low |
| Drought | 56.1 | Relatively Low |
| Hail | 42.1 | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | 77.6 | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | 86.1 | Relatively High |
| Landslide | 38.6 | Very Low |
| Lightning | 49.6 | Relatively Low |
| Strong Wind | 54 | Relatively Moderate |
| Tsunami | — | Not Applicable |
| Volcanic Activity | — | Not Applicable |
| Winter Weather | 44.1 | Relatively Low |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20.0, December 2025. See the methodology page for definitions, or the full Stanly County risk profile for disaster declarations, social vulnerability, and climate projection data.
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Frequently asked questions
What natural hazards is Albemarle, NC at risk of?
Albemarle is rated Relatively Low for overall natural hazard risk by FEMA's National Risk Index — lower risk than most US counties. The highest-rated hazards for Stanly County, where Albemarle is located, are ice storm, hurricane, and inland flooding.
What is Albemarle's biggest natural hazard risk?
Ice Storm is the highest-rated hazard for Stanly County, where Albemarle is located, scoring 86.1 out of 100 on FEMA's National Risk Index (rated "Relatively High").
Is Albemarle a high-risk area for natural disasters?
No — Albemarle carries lower risk than most US counties for overall natural hazard risk, per FEMA's National Risk Index rating of "Relatively Low" for Stanly County.
Has Albemarle had tornadoes, hail, or flooding?
NOAA has recorded 7 tornado, 34 hail, 86 inland flooding events within 25 miles of Albemarle since 2016.