Willacy County, Texas Hail and Storm History
Every hail, damaging wind, and tornado report in Willacy County in National Weather Service records since 1957: when storms hit, how big the hail got, and when hail season peaks.
- Most recent hail
- March 2024
- 0.88", nickel size
- Hail days, last 10 years
- 4
- Largest hail on record
- 2.75"
- baseball size, 1999
- Tornadoes since 1957
- 22
- Last: March 2026
NOAA records through June 30, 2026
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What stands out about storms in Willacy County
- Hail here has reached 2.75" (baseball size), on April 26, 1999: large enough to damage shingles, gutters, and siding.
- 77% of hail days here fall in February, April, and May.
- 22 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 Willacy County.
| Period | Hail days | Damaging wind days |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 | 1 | 0 |
| 2009 | 2 | 2 |
| 2010 | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 | 4 | 3 |
| 2013 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 | 1 |
| 2015 | 0 | 2 |
| 2016 | 1 | 0 |
| 2017 | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 0 | 3 |
| 2020 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 1 | 1 |
| 2024 | 1 | 1 |
| 2025 | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 | 0 | 0 |
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 | 1 |
| Mar | 1 |
| Apr | 5 |
| May | 4 |
| Jun | 1 |
| Jul | 0 |
| Aug | 0 |
| Sep | 0 |
| Oct | 1 |
| Nov | 0 |
| Dec | 0 |
Recent storms
The latest storm days in Willacy County, one line per storm type per day.
March 8, 2026 · Tornado
1 report, including near Lyford
NWS: “KRGV Channel 5 news shared a video of a landspout tornado near East FM 1018, in the Lyford area. Location estimated from distance from where the video was taken.”
March 16, 2024 · Thunderstorm wind up to 63 mph
1 report, including near La Sara
NWS: “A Willacy County Emergency Manager reported a power pole and lines down at 1425 N 490 in Raymondville.”
March 16, 2024 · Hail up to 0.88" (nickel size)
1 report, including near Raymondville
NWS: “There were several videos and pictures sent to the local news media of nickel size hail.”
August 15, 2023 · Tornado
1 report, including near San Perlita
NWS: “A member of the media shared video of a well defined landspout just north of TX-186 west of San Perlita around 2:50PM CDT on August 15th. The commenter said it lasted around 5 minutes.”
April 23, 2023 · Thunderstorm wind up to 70 mph
1 report, including near Raymondville
NWS: “Pictures from the Raymondville area of Willacy County showed damage from a line from south of HWY 186 and S 1st Street to a quarter mile north of the Raymondville Country Club along S 7th Street.”
April 21, 2023 · Hail up to 2" (hen egg size)
2 reports, including near Sebastian
NWS: “Several reports from social media of ping pong ball to hen egg, or two inch, hail just south of the Lyford area to the Cameron/Willacy County line.”
April 18, 2021 · Hail up to 0.88" (nickel size)
2 reports, including near Raymondville
April 4, 2020 · Thunderstorm wind up to 70 mph
1 report, including near San Perlita
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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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 Willacy County
Lasara, Lyford, Mission, Port Mansfield, Raymondville, San Perlita, Sebastian.
Common questions
When was the last hail storm in Willacy County?
The most recent hail reported in Willacy County was 0.88" (nickel size) on March 16, 2024, in National Weather Service records through June 30, 2026.
How often does it hail in Willacy County?
There were 4 days with reported hail in Willacy County in the past 10 years, and 7 days with thunderstorm winds of 58 mph or more.
When is hail season in Willacy County?
Hail is most common in February, April, and May, peaking in April.
What is the largest hail ever reported in Willacy County?
2.75" (baseball size), on April 26, 1999.
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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