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Hail history for Brandon, FL
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Brandon on 21 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 3 in (tea cup) on Apr 24, 2023. Hail is most common here in July and May.
Brandon ranks #182 for hail days among the 311 U.S. cities of 100,000 or more people. See the ranking →
Recent hail near Brandon
| Date | Hail size | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 10, 2026 | 0.5 in marble | Brandon 1 hail report · closest 2 mi from Brandon |
| Jun 2, 2025 | 1.5 in ping pong ball | Tampa Vandenberg Airport, Six Mile Creek 2 hail reports · closest 5 mi from Brandon |
One row per day: the largest hail reported that day within 10 miles, the places and the number of reports.
Hail days near Brandon by year
When hail season peaks near Brandon
Of the 21 hail days since 2006, most fell in July (6) and May (4).
Largest hail storms near Brandon
Apr 24, 2023 · 3 in (tea cup) · Plant Cty Hilsbro Airport (8 mi from Brandon)
National Weather Service description (English): Broadcast media relayed picture via social media of 3-inch diameter hail north of Plant City.Jun 2, 2025 · 1.5 in (ping pong ball) · Tampa Vandenberg Airport (6 mi from Brandon)
Sep 12, 2007 · 1.25 in (half dollar) · Brandon (4 mi from Brandon)
May 30, 2021 · 1.25 in (half dollar) · Turkey Creek (6 mi from Brandon)
Jun 12, 2008 · 1 in (quarter) · Thonotosassa (10 mi from Brandon)
Tornadoes within 10 miles of Brandon
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 8, 2025 | EF0 | Seffner 4 mi from Brandon |
| Jun 29, 2018 | EF0 | Harney 8 mi from Brandon |
| May 30, 2014 | EF0 | Boyette 8 mi from Brandon |
| Aug 27, 2012 | EF0 | Cruise Terminal 2 Port Site 9 mi from Brandon |
| Mar 31, 2011 | EF1 | Port Of Tampa Ports Site 8 mi from Brandon |
| Jul 1, 2009 | EF0 | Riverview 4 mi from Brandon |
| May 13, 2009 | EF0 | Harney 7 mi from Brandon |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Brandon
69 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Brandon since 2006, on 46 days. The strongest measured gust was 72 mph on Jul 10, 2026.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 30, 2026 | 40 mph, measured | Tampa, Palm River-Clair Me 2 wind reports |
| Aug 29, 2026 | 42 mph, measured | Palm River-Clair Me 1 wind report |
| Aug 6, 2026 | 45 mph, measured | Mango 1 wind report |
| Jul 20, 2026 | 48 mph, measured | PALM RIVER-CLAIR ME 1 wind report |
| Jul 11, 2026 | 43 mph, measured | Mango 1 wind report |
| Jul 10, 2026 | 72 mph, measured | Mango, Plant City 2 wind reports |
| Jul 9, 2026 | 49 mph, measured | Palm River-Clair Me 1 wind report |
| Jan 18, 2026 | 49 mph, estimated | Brandon 1 wind report |
| Aug 24, 2022 | 55 mph, estimated | Gary 1 wind report |
| May 30, 2022 | 49 mph, estimated | Cruise Terminal 2 Port Site 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 Brandon; 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 Brandon.
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