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Hail history for H Street NE, DC
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of H Street NE on 37 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 1.75 in (golf ball) on Aug 28, 2020. Hail is most common here in June and August.
Recent hail near H Street NE
| Date | Hail size | Where |
|---|---|---|
| May 16, 2025 | 1.25 in half dollar | Baileys Xrds 1 hail report · closest 8 mi from H Street NE |
One row per day: the largest hail reported that day within 10 miles, the places and the number of reports.
Hail days near H Street NE by year
When hail season peaks near H Street NE
Of the 37 hail days since 2006, most fell in June (13) and August (9).
Largest hail storms near H Street NE
Jul 19, 2016 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Us Capitol (1 mi from H Street NE)
National Weather Service description (English): Golf ball sized hail was reported about one mile east-southeast of the US Capitol.Apr 21, 2017 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Takoma Park (6 mi from H Street NE)
Jun 2, 2019 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Bethesda (8 mi from H Street NE)
National Weather Service description (English): Hail up to the size of golf balls (1.75 in diameter) was reported near the Glen Echo Fire Department.Aug 20, 2019 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Tenleytown (4 mi from H Street NE)
National Weather Service description (English): Hail up to the size of golf balls (1.75 in diameter) was reported in the Cleveland Park neighborhood of Washington DC.Aug 28, 2020 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Allentown (8 mi from H Street NE)
National Weather Service description (English): Golf ball size hail was reported on Brinkley Road near Camp Springs.Tornadoes within 10 miles of H Street NE
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 2021 | EF1 | Barcroft 7 mi from H Street NE |
| Jul 1, 2021 | EF1 | Lincoln Memorial 4 mi from H Street NE |
| Jul 1, 2021 | EF0 | Us Capitol 0 mi from H Street NE |
| Jun 19, 2017 | EF0 | Kemp Mill 9 mi from H Street NE |
| Apr 6, 2017 | EF0 | South Washington 5 mi from H Street NE |
| Apr 6, 2017 | EF0 | Bolling AFB 5 mi from H Street NE |
| Apr 6, 2017 | EF0 | Bolling AFB 3 mi from H Street NE |
| Oct 15, 2014 | EF0 | Belle Haven 9 mi from H Street NE |
| Oct 15, 2014 | EF0 | Belle Haven 8 mi from H Street NE |
| Jun 1, 2012 | EF0 | Buena Vista 9 mi from H Street NE |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF0 | Westchester Estates 9 mi from H Street NE |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF0 | Andrews Manor 8 mi from H Street NE |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near H Street NE
936 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of H Street NE since 2006, on 239 days. The strongest measured gust was 84 mph on Jul 29, 2023.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 3, 2026 | 64 mph, measured | Reagan National Aiirpor, Reagan National Airport, National Arboretum 41 wind reports |
| Sep 2, 2026 | damage reported | Bethesda, Alexandria 3 wind reports |
| Aug 10, 2026 | damage reported | McLean, Georgetown, College Park 6 wind reports |
| Jul 28, 2026 | 58 mph, measured | Riverdale, Chevy Chase, American University 8 wind reports |
| Jul 21, 2026 | damage reported | Forestville 1 wind report |
| Jul 18, 2026 | damage reported | Lake Barcroft, Langley 2 wind reports |
| Jul 4, 2026 | damage reported | Glenarden 1 wind report |
| Jun 22, 2026 | 60 mph, estimated | Anacostia 1 wind report |
| Jun 11, 2026 | 74 mph, measured | Andrews AFB Cam, Alexandria, Carole Highlands 12 wind reports |
| Mar 16, 2026 | 68 mph, measured | South Washington, Potomac Yard, Alexandria 9 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 H Street NE; 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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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 H Street NE.
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