Galveston County, Texas Hail and Storm History
Every hail, damaging wind, and tornado report in Galveston County in National Weather Service records since 1957: when storms hit, how big the hail got, and when hail season peaks.
- Most recent hail
- May 2024
- 2", hen egg size
- Hail days, last 10 years
- 8
- Largest hail on record
- 4.5"
- softball size, 2013
- Tornadoes since 1957
- 126
- Last: December 2024
NOAA records through June 30, 2026
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What stands out about storms in Galveston County
- Hail here has reached 4.5" (softball size), on April 2, 2013: large enough to damage shingles, gutters, and siding.
- 68% of hail days here fall in March, April, and May.
- 126 tornadoes have been reported here since 1957, the strongest rated F4.
- Measured thunderstorm gusts here have reached 83 mph.
Storm days per year
Days with at least one hail report, and days with thunderstorm winds of 58 mph or more, in Galveston County.
| Period | Hail days | Damaging wind days |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 2 | 5 |
| 2008 | 2 | 1 |
| 2009 | 1 | 4 |
| 2010 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | 2 | 4 |
| 2013 | 2 | 0 |
| 2014 | 1 | 1 |
| 2015 | 1 | 1 |
| 2016 | 3 | 0 |
| 2017 | 0 | 2 |
| 2018 | 0 | 3 |
| 2019 | 1 | 4 |
| 2020 | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 | 0 | 3 |
| 2023 | 3 | 5 |
| 2024 | 2 | 4 |
| 2025 | 0 | 3 |
| 2026 | 0 | 2 |
When hail season peaks
Hail days by month over the past 20 years. Hail is most common in March, April, and May, peaking in April.
| Period | Hail days |
|---|---|
| Jan | 2 |
| Feb | 2 |
| Mar | 3 |
| Apr | 6 |
| May | 6 |
| Jun | 2 |
| Jul | 0 |
| Aug | 0 |
| Sep | 1 |
| Oct | 0 |
| Nov | 0 |
| Dec | 0 |
Recent storms
The latest storm days in Galveston County, one line per storm type per day.
May 23, 2026 · Thunderstorm wind up to 60 mph
1 report, including near League City S S Arpt
NWS: “A member of the public reported that trees were blown down in the West Ranch neighborhood.”
February 14, 2026 · Thunderstorm wind up to 69 mph
2 reports, including near Texas City
NWS: “Mesonet station XLEV Levee measured a 69 mph wind gust.”
May 30, 2025 · Thunderstorm wind up to 60 mph
1 report, including near Highland Bayou
NWS: “Galveston county dispatch relayed a report of roof damage to a home around the Bayou Vista area. Wind speeds were estimated to be around 60 mph.”
May 27, 2025 · Thunderstorm wind up to 58 mph
1 report, including near League City S S Arpt
NWS: “A member of the public reported that a tree was blown down near Friendswood.”
March 24, 2025 · Thunderstorm wind up to 74 mph
1 report, including near San Leon
NWS: “Galveston County emergency manager reported damage to a manufactured home at 427 9th street in San Leon. Photos shared showed siding peeled off with a corner wall blown out.”
December 28, 2024 · Thunderstorm wind up to 66 mph
1 report, including near Dickinson
NWS: “A member of the public measured a wind gust around 66 MPH near the intersection of 40th Street and Texas Avenue, associated with a thunderstorm that produced a tornado in Galveston county.”
December 28, 2024 · EF1 tornado
1 report, including near Dickinson
NWS: “The first report of a tornado in the Dickinson area came from an emergency manager, who relayed that multiple homes were damaged in and around the area.||The survey team found that an EF1 tornado touched down near…”
June 5, 2024 · Thunderstorm wind up to 63 mph
2 reports, including near (Gls)Scholes Fld Gal
NWS: “Wind gust occurred at the Avenue N Tempest Weather System site.”
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 Galveston County
Bacliff, Dickinson, Friendswood, Galveston, Gilchrist, High Island, Hitchcock, Kemah, La Marque, League City, Port Bolivar, Santa Fe, Texas City.
Common questions
When was the last hail storm in Galveston County?
The most recent hail reported in Galveston County was 2" (hen egg size) on May 31, 2024, in National Weather Service records through June 30, 2026.
How often does it hail in Galveston County?
There were 8 days with reported hail in Galveston County in the past 10 years, and 28 days with thunderstorm winds of 58 mph or more.
When is hail season in Galveston County?
Hail is most common in March, April, and May, peaking in April.
What is the largest hail ever reported in Galveston County?
4.5" (softball size), on April 2, 2013.
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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