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Hail history for Haines City, FL
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Haines City on 19 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 2 in (hen egg) on May 15, 2022. Hail is most common here in April and May.
Recent hail near Haines City
No hail was reported within 10 miles of Haines City in the last two years.
Hail days near Haines City by year
When hail season peaks near Haines City
Of the 19 hail days since 2006, most fell in April (5) and May (5).
Largest hail storms near Haines City
May 15, 2022 · 2 in (hen egg) · Davenport (3 mi from Haines City)
National Weather Service description (English): Public reported 2-inch diameter hail in Davenport.Jul 10, 2007 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Winter Haven (9 mi from Haines City)
National Weather Service description (English): The broadcast media relayed a report of penny to golf ball size hail.Jun 15, 2014 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Lake Marion Lake (9 mi from Haines City)
National Weather Service description (English): A caller in Poinciana reported hail ranging from quarter sized to golf ball sized near Heron Rd. and Marigold Ave.Apr 14, 2016 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Lake Marion Lake (9 mi from Haines City)
National Weather Service description (English): A trained spotter reported golf ball size hail near their home in Poinciana.Jun 18, 2022 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Cypress Gardens (10 mi from Haines City)
National Weather Service description (English): Amateur radio operator reported golf ball size hail near Cypress Gardens in Polk County.Tornadoes within 10 miles of Haines City
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 11, 2010 | EF1 | Lake Marion Lake 5 mi from Haines City |
| Aug 12, 2009 | EF0 | Auburndale 10 mi from Haines City |
| Apr 15, 2007 | EF0 | Dundee 8 mi from Haines City |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Haines City
21 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Haines City since 2006, on 20 days. The strongest measured gust was 72 mph on Mar 31, 2011.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 12, 2026 | 51 mph, measured | Lake Alfred 1 wind report |
| Aug 4, 2026 | 46 mph, measured | Lake Alfred 1 wind report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | 40 mph, measured | Lake Alfred 1 wind report |
| May 22, 2023 | 49 mph, estimated | Lake Alfred 1 wind report |
| Jun 18, 2022 | 49 mph, estimated | Davenport 1 wind report |
| Apr 19, 2019 | 58 mph, estimated | Jack Browns Seaport 1 wind report |
| Apr 14, 2016 | 58 mph, estimated | Haines City 1 wind report |
| Mar 26, 2016 | 46 mph, estimated | Davenport 1 wind report |
| Jun 23, 2015 | 46 mph, estimated | Winter Haven 1 wind report |
| Jun 12, 2015 | 52 mph, estimated | Auburndale 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 Haines City; 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.
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29 hail days - Pine Hills
51 hail days - Orlando
49 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 Haines City.
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