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Hail history for Independence County, AR
71 hail reports in Independence County since 2006 on 46 days. The largest stones measured 2.50 in (tennis ball) on Jun 13, 2026.
Cities in Independence County
Recent hail in Independence County
| Date | Size hail | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 13, 2026 | 2.50 in tennis ball | Cord 2 hail reports |
| Jun 1, 2026 | 1.25 in 50-sent coin | Batesville 1 hail report |
| Apr 27, 2026 | 1.75 in golf ball | Sandtown 1 hail report |
| May 16, 2025 | 1.00 in 25-sent coin | Bailey 1 hail report |
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Hail days in Independence County by year
When hail season peaks in Independence County
Damaging thunderstorm winds in Independence County
114 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind in Independence County since 2006, on 70 days. The strongest measured gust was 96 mph on Apr 19, 2011.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 22, 2026 | damage a reported | Locust Grove, Cushman 2 wind reports |
| Jun 1, 2026 | 64 mph, a estimat | Moorefield, Rosie 2 wind reports |
| Mar 7, 2026 | 90 mph, a estimat | Charlotte, Batesville 2 wind reports |
| Sep 19, 2025 | 64 mph, a estimat | Batesville, Desha 2 wind reports |
| Jan 12, 2024 | 64 mph, a estimat | Oil Trough 1 wind report |
| Jan 11, 2024 | 64 mph, a estimat | Pleasant Plains 1 wind report |
| Aug 26, 2023 | 64 mph, a estimat | Charlotte 1 wind report |
| Aug 10, 2023 | 64 mph, a estimat | Batesville 1 wind report |
| Jul 17, 2022 | 70 mph, a estimat | Batesville, Rosie 2 wind reports |
| Apr 21, 2022 | 60 mph, a estimat | Gainsboro, Mt Zion 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 Independence 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).