Hail HistoryHail history for Desoto Lakes, FL
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Desoto Lakes on 10 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 1.25 in (half dollar) on Jun 8, 2012. Hail is most common here in May and June.
Recent hail near Desoto Lakes
No hail was reported within 10 miles of Desoto Lakes in the last two years.
Hail days near Desoto Lakes by year
When hail season peaks near Desoto Lakes
Of the 10 hail days since 2006, most fell in May (3) and June (3).
Largest hail storms near Desoto Lakes
Jun 12, 2008 · 1.25 in (half dollar) · Rosedale (5 mi from Desoto Lakes)
Jun 8, 2012 · 1.25 in (half dollar) · West Samoset (7 mi from Desoto Lakes)
Aug 4, 2008 · 1 in (quarter) · Ridge Wood Heights (5 mi from Desoto Lakes)
May 20, 2009 · 1 in (quarter) · Bradenton (10 mi from Desoto Lakes)
May 31, 2022 · 1 in (quarter) · Matoaka (2 mi from Desoto Lakes)
Tornadoes within 10 miles of Desoto Lakes
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 11, 2023 | EF0 | Gator Creek Estates 10 mi from Desoto Lakes |
| May 31, 2022 | EF? | Desoto Lakes 2 mi from Desoto Lakes |
| Mar 16, 2022 | EF1 | Sarasota Beach 4 mi from Desoto Lakes |
| Apr 10, 2021 | EF1 | Bayshore Gardens 9 mi from Desoto Lakes |
| Jun 26, 2020 | EF0 | Vamo 10 mi from Desoto Lakes |
| Oct 10, 2018 | EF0 | Siesta Key 7 mi from Desoto Lakes |
| Aug 26, 2017 | EF0 | Samoset 8 mi from Desoto Lakes |
| Jan 17, 2016 | EF2 | Pine Shrs 9 mi from Desoto Lakes |
| Jul 15, 2013 | EF0 | Lakewood Ranch 6 mi from Desoto Lakes |
| May 17, 2007 | EF0 | Fruitville 5 mi from Desoto Lakes |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Desoto Lakes
50 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Desoto Lakes since 2006, on 36 days. The strongest measured gust was 62 mph on Aug 31, 2014.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 19, 2026 | 44 mph, measured | Whitfield 1 wind report |
| Aug 29, 2026 | 40 mph, measured | Whitfield, Sarasota 2 wind reports |
| Aug 6, 2026 | 47 mph, measured | Sarasota, Whitfield 3 wind reports |
| Jul 24, 2026 | 41 mph, measured | Vamo 1 wind report |
| Jul 20, 2026 | 48 mph, measured | Siesta Key, Whitfield, Sarasota 3 wind reports |
| Jul 10, 2026 | 60 mph, measured | Whitfield, Siesta Key, Sarasota 3 wind reports |
| Jul 30, 2024 | 49 mph, estimated | Bayshore Gardens 1 wind report |
| Jan 9, 2024 | 75 mph, estimated | Belspur 1 wind report |
| Sep 2, 2022 | 60 mph, estimated | El Rancho Vlg 1 wind report |
| Jun 15, 2022 | 58 mph, estimated | Newton Hgts 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 Desoto Lakes; 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 Desoto Lakes.
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