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Hail history for Magnolia, AR
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Magnolia on 17 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 2.75 in (baseball) on Apr 15, 2023. Hail is most common here in April and May.
Recent hail near Magnolia
| Date | Hail size | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 28, 2024 | 0.88 in nickel | Magnolia 1 hail report · closest near the center of Magnolia |
One row per day: the largest hail reported that day within 10 miles, the places and the number of reports.
Hail days near Magnolia by year
When hail season peaks near Magnolia
Of the 17 hail days since 2006, most fell in April (7) and May (4).
Largest hail storms near Magnolia
Apr 15, 2023 · 2.75 in (baseball) · Philadelphia (5 mi from Magnolia)
National Weather Service description (English): A picture of baseball size hail that fell several miles southwest of Magnolia was posted to social media.Mar 14, 2008 · 2 in (hen egg) · Magnolia (0 mi from Magnolia)
National Weather Service description (English): Hail knocked out windows to homes and damaged automobiles.Mar 10, 2010 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Village (8 mi from Magnolia)
May 21, 2020 · 1.25 in (half dollar) · Magnolia (0 mi from Magnolia)
May 10, 2007 · 1 in (quarter) · Magnolia (1 mi from Magnolia)
Tornadoes within 10 miles of Magnolia
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 18, 2023 | EF1 | Mt Vernon 8 mi from Magnolia |
| Apr 30, 2016 | EF1 | Lamartine 9 mi from Magnolia |
| Apr 11, 2016 | EF0 | Village 8 mi from Magnolia |
| Apr 4, 2011 | EF1 | Box Spgs 8 mi from Magnolia |
| Oct 29, 2009 | EF1 | Magnolia Muni Airport 2 mi from Magnolia |
| Oct 29, 2009 | EF1 | Agricultural School 3 mi from Magnolia |
| Oct 29, 2009 | EF1 | Agricultural School 3 mi from Magnolia |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Magnolia
58 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Magnolia since 2006, on 48 days.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 6, 2026 | damage reported | Magnolia 1 wind report |
| Jun 2, 2026 | 60 mph, estimated | Smithland, Magnolia 2 wind reports |
| Sep 16, 2025 | 64 mph, estimated | Magnolia 2 wind reports |
| May 25, 2025 | 60 mph, estimated | Magnolia, Mc Neil 2 wind reports |
| Apr 3, 2025 | 110 mph, estimated | Kilgore Lodge 1 wind report |
| Jul 8, 2024 | 87 mph, estimated | Philadelphia 1 wind report |
| Jun 26, 2024 | 60 mph, estimated | Agricultural School 1 wind report |
| Jan 12, 2024 | 60 mph, estimated | Calhoun 1 wind report |
| Jul 16, 2023 | 70 mph, estimated | Agricultural School 1 wind report |
| Dec 11, 2021 | 60 mph, estimated | Brister 1 wind report |
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 Magnolia; 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.
Nearby cities
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 Magnolia.
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