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Hail history for Broussard, LA
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Broussard on 23 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 2.75 in (baseball) on Apr 24, 2015. Hail is most common here in April and June.
Recent hail near Broussard
| Date | Size hail | Where |
|---|---|---|
| May 6, 2025 | 1.25 in 50-sent coin | Scott 1 hail report · closest 8 mi from Broussard |
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Of 23 nn̄an anam̄mool ekkar 2006, most fell in April (8) and June (5).
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Apr 24, 2015 · 2.75 in (baseball) · Breaux Bridge (10 mi from Broussard)
National Weather Service description (English): A report of baseball sized hail was received from between Breaux Bridge and the Parks Area.Jun 6, 2011 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Lafayette (7 mi from Broussard)
Mar 18, 2016 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Ruth (9 mi from Broussard)
National Weather Service description (English): Golf ball size hail reported near Parks.Apr 2, 2017 · 1.25 in (50-sent coin) · Lafayette (7 mi from Broussard)
May 6, 2025 · 1.25 in (50-sent coin) · Scott (8 mi from Broussard)
Tornadoes within 10 miles of Broussard
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 2, 2017 | EF1 | Pitette 4 mi from Broussard |
| Jan 10, 2013 | EF1 | Breaux Bridge 9 mi from Broussard |
| May 15, 2008 | EF0 | Pitette 5 mi from Broussard |
| May 15, 2008 | EF1 | Lafayette 5 mi from Broussard |
| Feb 12, 2008 | EF0 | St Martinville 9 mi from Broussard |
| Feb 12, 2008 | EF0 | New Iberia Airport 9 mi from Broussard |
| Feb 13, 2007 | EF1 | Youngsville 4 mi from Broussard |
| Feb 13, 2007 | EF0 | West Erath 9 mi from Broussard |
| Feb 13, 2007 | EF2 | Ruth 8 mi from Broussard |
| Sep 21, 2006 | F1 | Delcambre 9 mi from Broussard |
| Sep 21, 2006 | F0 | Cade 6 mi from Broussard |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Broussard
91 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Broussard since 2006, on 59 days. The strongest measured gust was 81 mph on May 13, 2024.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 24, 2026 | 58 mph, a measured | Lafayette 1 wind report |
| Aug 21, 2026 | 76 mph, a measured | Cade, Lafayette 3 wind reports |
| Feb 14, 2026 | 58 mph, a estimat | Breaux Bridge 1 wind report |
| Sep 17, 2025 | 58 mph, a estimat | Torian 1 wind report |
| Jun 13, 2025 | 58 mph, a estimat | Breaux Bridge 1 wind report |
| Apr 24, 2025 | 75 mph, a measured | Coteau, Youngsville 2 wind reports |
| Mar 24, 2025 | 58 mph, a estimat | Breaux Bridge 1 wind report |
| Aug 15, 2024 | 58 mph, a estimat | Scott 1 wind report |
| Jun 2, 2024 | 58 mph, a estimat | West Erath, Youngsville 2 wind reports |
| Jun 1, 2024 | 58 mph, a estimat | Ruth, Breaux Bridge 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 Broussard; 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
- Youngsville
21 hail days - Lafayette
33 hail days - Scott
30 hail days - New Iberia
17 hail days - Abbeville
15 hail days - Crowley
9 hail days - Opelousas
19 hail days - Eunice
16 hail days
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 Broussard.
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