Real County, Texas Hail and Storm History
Every hail, damaging wind, and tornado report in Real County in National Weather Service records since 1957: when storms hit, how big the hail got, and when hail season peaks.
- Most recent hail
- April 2026
- 2", hen egg size
- Hail days, last 10 years
- 18
- Largest hail on record
- 4.5"
- softball size, 2026
- Tornadoes since 1957
- 2
- Last: May 1995
NOAA records through June 30, 2026
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What stands out about storms in Real County
- The most recent reported hail was 2" (hen egg size) on April 29, 2026.
- Hail here has reached 4.5" (softball size), on March 10, 2026: large enough to damage shingles, gutters, and siding.
- 90% of hail days here fall in March, April, and May.
- 2 tornadoes have been reported here since 1957, the strongest rated F2.
Storm days per year
Days with at least one hail report, and days with thunderstorm winds of 58 mph or more, in Real County.
| Period | Hail days | Damaging wind days |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 2 | 0 |
| 2008 | 3 | 0 |
| 2009 | 3 | 1 |
| 2010 | 4 | 1 |
| 2011 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | 1 | 0 |
| 2013 | 3 | 0 |
| 2014 | 2 | 2 |
| 2015 | 1 | 1 |
| 2016 | 3 | 0 |
| 2017 | 3 | 1 |
| 2018 | 2 | 1 |
| 2019 | 3 | 1 |
| 2020 | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 | 4 | 0 |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 |
| 2024 | 1 | 0 |
| 2025 | 0 | 2 |
| 2026 | 2 | 0 |
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 | 1 |
| Feb | 0 |
| Mar | 10 |
| Apr | 14 |
| May | 12 |
| Jun | 1 |
| Jul | 1 |
| Aug | 0 |
| Sep | 0 |
| Oct | 0 |
| Nov | 0 |
| Dec | 1 |
Recent storms
The latest storm days in Real County, one line per storm type per day.
April 29, 2026 · Hail up to 2.75" (baseball size)
3 reports, including near Vance
NWS: “A thunderstorm produced baseball size hail (picture on X) south of Camp Wood.”
March 10, 2026 · Hail up to 4.5" (softball size)
2 reports, including near Vance
NWS: “A thunderstorm produced hail up to grapefruit size south of Camp Wood.”
June 10, 2025 · Thunderstorm wind up to 58 mph
1 report, including near Vance
NWS: “A thunderstorm produced wind gusts measured at 50 kts by a mesonet station at Camp Eagle north of Vance.”
May 26, 2025 · Thunderstorm wind up to 62 mph
1 report, including near Vance
NWS: “A thunderstorm produced wind gusts measured at 62 mph by the mesonet station at Camp Eagle southeast of Devil's Sinkhole State Natural Area.”
April 20, 2024 · Hail up to 1" (quarter size)
1 report, including near Vance
NWS: “A thunderstorm produced quarter size hail near Camp Wood.”
April 20, 2023 · Hail up to 1.75" (golf ball size)
2 reports, including near Prade Ranch
NWS: “A thunderstorm produced hail up to the size of golf balls. A picture on Twitter showed several ping pong ball to golf ball size hail stones.”
April 30, 2022 · Hail up to 0.88" (nickel size)
1 report, including near Prade Ranch
May 10, 2021 · Hail up to 1.5" (ping pong ball size)
1 report, including near Prade Ranch
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.
- Plastic sheeting(opens Amazon in a new tab)
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 Real County
Camp Wood, Leakey, Rio Frio.
Common questions
When was the last hail storm in Real County?
The most recent hail reported in Real County was 2" (hen egg size) on April 29, 2026, in National Weather Service records through June 30, 2026.
How often does it hail in Real County?
There were 18 days with reported hail in Real County in the past 10 years, and 6 days with thunderstorm winds of 58 mph or more.
When is hail season in Real County?
Hail is most common in March, April, and May, peaking in April.
What is the largest hail ever reported in Real County?
4.5" (softball size), on March 10, 2026.
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
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.
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