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Hail history for Franklinton, LA
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Franklinton on 8 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 1.75 in (golf ball) on Jan 21, 2016. Hail is most common here in March and April.
Recent hail near Franklinton
No hail was reported within 10 miles of Franklinton in the last two years.
Hail days near Franklinton by year
When hail season peaks near Franklinton
Of the 8 hail days since 2006, most fell in March (2) and April (2).
Largest hail storms near Franklinton
Jan 21, 2016 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Franklinton (0 mi from Franklinton)
National Weather Service description (English): Golfball size hail was reported in downtown Franklinton.Apr 24, 2010 · 1 in (quarter) · Franklinton (0 mi from Franklinton)
Jun 7, 2011 · 1 in (quarter) · Franklinton (2 mi from Franklinton)
Mar 17, 2016 · 1 in (quarter) · Franklinton Airport (3 mi from Franklinton)
Feb 12, 2024 · 1 in (quarter) · Jenkins (2 mi from Franklinton)
Tornadoes within 10 miles of Franklinton
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 11, 2026 | EF1 | Mt Hermon 10 mi from Franklinton |
| Mar 11, 2026 | EF1 | Franklinton 1 mi from Franklinton |
| Feb 15, 2026 | EF0 | Richardson 7 mi from Franklinton |
| Jan 19, 2019 | EF1 | Wilmer 9 mi from Franklinton |
| Jan 19, 2019 | EF1 | Hackley 6 mi from Franklinton |
| Apr 4, 2011 | EF1 | Franklinton 1 mi from Franklinton |
| Feb 17, 2008 | EF0 | Varnado 10 mi from Franklinton |
| Oct 17, 2007 | EF1 | Franklinton 0 mi from Franklinton |
| Oct 17, 2007 | EF1 | Franklinton 5 mi from Franklinton |
| Nov 14, 2006 | F1 | Franklinton 10 mi from Franklinton |
| May 8, 2006 | F1 | Franklinton 4 mi from Franklinton |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Franklinton
41 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Franklinton since 2006, on 32 days.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 21, 2026 | damage reported | Enon 1 wind report |
| Feb 15, 2026 | 60 mph, estimated | Franklinton 1 wind report |
| Jun 10, 2025 | 58 mph, estimated | Franklinton, Richardson, Jenkins 3 wind reports |
| Feb 16, 2025 | 60 mph, estimated | Springhill, Sheridan 2 wind reports |
| Aug 16, 2024 | 58 mph, estimated | Franklinton 1 wind report |
| Jul 16, 2024 | 60 mph, estimated | Franklinton 1 wind report |
| Apr 10, 2024 | 58 mph, estimated | Franklinton 1 wind report |
| Jan 25, 2024 | 58 mph, estimated | Pine 1 wind report |
| Sep 7, 2023 | 60 mph, estimated | Jenkins 1 wind report |
| Jun 12, 2023 | 58 mph, estimated | Mt Hermon, Bickham 2 wind reports |
Severe thunderstorm wind means gusts of 58 mph or more, or wind that caused damage. Measured gusts come from weather stations; estimated ones from spotters and damage surveys.
Filing a roof or car hail claim?
Insurers ask for the date of loss. The dates on this page are when hail was reported near Franklinton; hail can hit one street and miss the next, so a report is not proof of damage at your address. A licensed roofer or your insurance adjuster can inspect the roof. Many policies set a time limit for filing a claim — check yours.
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Data: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database (final records through Jun 30, 2026) and National Weather Service Local Storm Reports (preliminary, since then). Distances are measured from the center of Franklinton.
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