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Hail history for Hiawatha, KS
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Hiawatha on 34 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 2.75 in (baseball) on Aug 15, 2019. Hail is most common here in May and April.
Recent hail near Hiawatha
No hail was reported within 10 miles of Hiawatha in the last two years.
Nn̄an anam̄mool ekkar Hiawatha meir
Ka anam̄mool ekkar kaan Hiawatha
Of 34 nn̄an anam̄mool ekkar 2006, most fell in May (10) and April (7).
Anam̄mool ekkar kaan Hiawatha
Aug 15, 2019 · 2.75 in (baseball) · Hiawatha (3 mi from Hiawatha)
May 28, 2013 · 2.00 in (hen egg) · Robinson (7 mi from Hiawatha)
May 25, 2015 · 2.00 in (hen egg) · Powhattan (9 mi from Hiawatha)
May 12, 2023 · 2.00 in (hen egg) · Baker (7 mi from Hiawatha)
National Weather Service description (English): Hail measured at 2.2 inches 1 mile north of Highway 73 and 170th St.Jun 5, 2006 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Hiawatha (0 mi from Hiawatha)
Tornadoes within 10 miles of Hiawatha
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| May 12, 2023 | EF2 | Hamlin 8 mi from Hiawatha |
| Oct 8, 2018 | EF0 | Hamlin 5 mi from Hiawatha |
| May 15, 2015 | EF0 | Robinson 5 mi from Hiawatha |
| Jun 3, 2014 | EF1 | Willis 10 mi from Hiawatha |
| Apr 15, 2006 | F0 | Robinson 7 mi from Hiawatha |
| Mar 30, 2006 | F1 | Sabetha 9 mi from Hiawatha |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Hiawatha
43 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Hiawatha since 2006, on 29 days. The strongest measured gust was 71 mph on Jul 28, 2023.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 31, 2026 | 66 mph, a measured | Hiawatha, Powhattan 2 wind reports |
| May 19, 2025 | 58 mph, a estimat | Powhattan 1 wind report |
| Aug 14, 2024 | 58 mph, a estimat | Baker 1 wind report |
| Jun 15, 2024 | 58 mph, a measured | Powhattan 1 wind report |
| Jul 28, 2023 | 71 mph, a measured | Baker 1 wind report |
| Jun 29, 2023 | 68 mph, a estimat | Powhattan, Hiawatha 2 wind reports |
| Apr 4, 2023 | 60 mph, a estimat | Hamlin 1 wind report |
| Nov 10, 2021 | 60 mph, a estimat | Powhattan 1 wind report |
| Jun 24, 2021 | 70 mph, a measured | Baker 1 wind report |
| Jun 11, 2021 | 69 mph, a estimat | Hiawatha 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 Hiawatha; 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.
Cities nearby
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 Hiawatha.
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