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Hail and Storm Reports by ZIP Code

See the hail, damaging wind, and tornadoes reported within 10 miles of any US ZIP code since 1950: the most recent hail, the largest, and how often storms hit. From the National Weather Service's official storm records.

Storm history by state

Every county and large city, with a storm timeline, hail season, and recent storms.

Hail size chart

Storm reports describe hail by comparison. The National Weather Service calls hail 1 inch or larger (quarter size) severe.

SizeDiameter
pea0.25 in
marble0.50 in
penny0.75 in
nickel0.88 in
quarter1.00 in
half dollar1.25 in
ping pong ball1.50 in
golf ball1.75 in
hen egg2.00 in
tennis ball2.50 in
baseball2.75 in
teacup3.00 in
grapefruit4.00 in
softball4.50 in

What counts as a severe storm

The National Weather Service issues a severe thunderstorm warning for hail 1 inch or larger or winds of 58 mph or more. Those are the storms most likely to damage roofs, gutters, and siding, which is why the ZIP lookup counts wind days at 58 mph and up.

A storm report means hail or wind was observed near you, not that your home was damaged. Damage depends on the hail's size and density, the wind, and your roof's age and material. The only way to know is to look.

Check your roof with a photo

Send one photo of what you're worried about. You'll get a Damage Score, a typical repair cost for your area, and the right next step.

Sets the cost range for your area.

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After a storm: what to check

About this data

Reports come from the National Weather Service, published in NOAA's Storm Events Database, through June 30, 2026. NOAA publishes them about 3 to 4 months after each storm. DamageScore is not affiliated with NOAA or the National Weather Service. How we use this data

AI estimate, not an inspection. This score comes from a photo, and a photo can't show everything. Whatever the score, always have a licensed professional inspect the damage before you make repair, safety, or insurance decisions. Cost ranges are typical figures for your area, not quotes. We never tell you whether to file an insurance claim.