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Hail history for Galax (C) County, VA
17 hail reports in Galax (C) County since 2006 on 13 days. The largest stones measured 1.5 in (ping pong ball) on Mar 27, 2021.
Cities in Galax (C) County
Recent hail in Galax (C) County
No hail was reported in Galax (C) County in the last two years.
Hail days in Galax (C) County by year
When hail season peaks in Galax (C) County
Damaging thunderstorm winds in Galax (C) County
12 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind in Galax (C) County since 2006, on 12 days.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 12, 2026 | 63 mph, estimated | Galax 1 wind report |
| Jun 26, 2025 | 63 mph, estimated | Galax 1 wind report |
| Jul 29, 2023 | 63 mph, estimated | Galax 1 wind report |
| Jan 11, 2020 | 63 mph, estimated | Galax 1 wind report |
| Apr 19, 2019 | 63 mph, estimated | Galax 1 wind report |
| Oct 23, 2017 | 58 mph, estimated | Galax 1 wind report |
| May 9, 2017 | 63 mph, estimated | Galax 1 wind report |
| May 24, 2011 | 58 mph, estimated | Galax 1 wind report |
| Jun 27, 2010 | 58 mph, estimated | Galax 1 wind report |
| Jun 19, 2010 | 63 mph, estimated | Galax 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 Galax (C) County; 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.
Data: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database (final records through Jun 30, 2026) and National Weather Service Local Storm Reports (preliminary, since then).