Cameron County, Texas Hail and Storm History
Every hail, damaging wind, and tornado report in Cameron County in National Weather Service records since 1953: when storms hit, how big the hail got, and when hail season peaks.
- Most recent hail
- May 2026
- 0.75", penny size
- Hail days, last 10 years
- 7
- Largest hail on record
- 4"
- grapefruit size, 1971
- Tornadoes since 1953
- 68
- Last: October 2025
NOAA records through June 30, 2026
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What stands out about storms in Cameron County
- The most recent reported hail was 0.75" (penny size) on May 9, 2026.
- Hail here has reached 4" (grapefruit size), on May 11, 1971: large enough to damage shingles, gutters, and siding.
- 74% of hail days here fall in February, April, and May.
- 68 tornadoes have been reported here since 1953, the strongest rated F3.
- Measured thunderstorm gusts here have reached 89 mph.
Storm days per year
Days with at least one hail report, and days with thunderstorm winds of 58 mph or more, in Cameron County.
| Period | Hail days | Damaging wind days |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 1 | 0 |
| 2008 | 1 | 2 |
| 2009 | 2 | 6 |
| 2010 | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 | 0 | 1 |
| 2012 | 4 | 1 |
| 2013 | 0 | 1 |
| 2014 | 1 | 2 |
| 2015 | 1 | 3 |
| 2016 | 2 | 2 |
| 2017 | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 1 | 2 |
| 2020 | 0 | 3 |
| 2021 | 0 | 3 |
| 2022 | 0 | 1 |
| 2023 | 3 | 8 |
| 2024 | 0 | 1 |
| 2025 | 1 | 3 |
| 2026 | 1 | 3 |
When hail season peaks
Hail days by month over the past 20 years. Hail is most common in February, April, and May, peaking in April.
| Period | Hail days |
|---|---|
| Jan | 0 |
| Feb | 2 |
| Mar | 0 |
| Apr | 7 |
| May | 5 |
| Jun | 2 |
| Jul | 0 |
| Aug | 0 |
| Sep | 1 |
| Oct | 0 |
| Nov | 1 |
| Dec | 1 |
Recent storms
The latest storm days in Cameron County, one line per storm type per day.
May 27, 2026 · Thunderstorm wind up to 61 mph
2 reports, including near Port Isabel Arpt
NWS: “AWOS site at Port Isabel-Cameron County Airport measured a wind gusts of 61 mph.”
May 20, 2026 · Thunderstorm wind up to 64 mph
1 report, including near Port Isabel Arpt
NWS: “Port Isabel-Cameron County Airport measured a wind gust of 64 mph.”
May 9, 2026 · Hail up to 1.75" (golf ball size)
2 reports, including near Port Isabel
NWS: “A public report and video received by an NWS employee indicated hail of various sizes covering the ground along the beach (Gulf Blvd.) in the City of South Padre Island.”
May 9, 2026 · Thunderstorm wind up to 82 mph
3 reports, including near Russellton
NWS: “The mesonet station TWB79 Russell Farms measured a wind gusts of 71 knots or 82 mph.”
November 1, 2025 · Hail up to 1.25" (half dollar size)
4 reports, including near (Bro)Brownsville Arp
NWS: “NWS Brownsville observed and measured hail of 1.25 inches at the weather office just northeast of Brownsville/South Padre Island International Airport.”
November 1, 2025 · Thunderstorm wind up to 67 mph
1 report, including near Rancho Viejo
NWS: “A retired NWS Employee reported a tree and a large branch down.”
October 27, 2025 · Tornado
1 report, including near Port Isabel
NWS: “A short-lived landspout/waterspout nudged over the sand flats about 200 yards southeast of the U.S. Coast Guard station, and ripped apart a small building housing a generator near the aerostat dirigible located there.”
May 30, 2025 · Thunderstorm wind up to 55 mph
1 report, including near Evan
NWS: “A public report of mixed small and large tree (limbs) occurred in north Brownsville near Cameron Park.”
What to check after a storm
Roof damage costs
Missing or creased shingles, dents, and bare spots where granules came off. Roof repair after hail is the most common claim.
Gutters damage costs
Dents in gutters and downspouts, and granules collecting at the downspout outlets.
Siding damage costs
Cracks, chips, and holes in vinyl, fiber cement, and trim, usually on the side the storm came from.
Timing matters. Many insurance policies set a deadline for reporting storm damage, and it varies by insurer and state. Check your policy before assuming it's too late.
Protect your things from a roof leak
Stay off the roof, especially when it's wet or damaged. A licensed roofer should inspect it.
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Covers floors and furniture under a leak.
- Wet/dry vac(opens Amazon in a new tab)
Pulls up standing water fast.
- Moisture meter(opens Amazon in a new tab)
Shows whether a ceiling or wall is still wet.
- Binoculars(opens Amazon in a new tab)
Check your roof from the ground, never from a ladder.
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Nearby counties
Towns in Cameron County
Brownsville, Combes, Harlingen, La Feria, Los Fresnos, Los Indios, Lozano, Olmito, Port Isabel, Rio Hondo, San Benito, Santa Maria, Santa Rosa, South Padre Island.
Common questions
When was the last hail storm in Cameron County?
The most recent hail reported in Cameron County was 0.75" (penny size) on May 9, 2026, in National Weather Service records through June 30, 2026.
How often does it hail in Cameron County?
There were 7 days with reported hail in Cameron County in the past 10 years, and 26 days with thunderstorm winds of 58 mph or more.
When is hail season in Cameron County?
Hail is most common in February, April, and May, peaking in April.
What is the largest hail ever reported in Cameron County?
4" (grapefruit size), on May 11, 1971.
How do I know if my roof has hail damage?
Look for dents or dark spots where granules are knocked off shingles, dents in gutters, downspouts, and AC fins, and cracked or chipped siding. It's often hard to see from the ground, so send a photo for a Damage Score, and have a licensed roofer inspect before you decide anything.
About this data
Storm 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. A report means hail or wind was observed nearby, not that any particular home was damaged. DamageScore is not affiliated with NOAA or the National Weather Service. How we use this data
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