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Hail history for Lake Alfred, FL
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Lake Alfred on 21 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 2 in (hen egg) on May 15, 2022. Hail is most common here in July and May.
Recent hail near Lake Alfred
No hail was reported within 10 miles of Lake Alfred in the last two years.
Hail days near Lake Alfred by year
When hail season peaks near Lake Alfred
Of the 21 hail days since 2006, most fell in July (6) and May (6).
Largest hail storms near Lake Alfred
May 15, 2022 · 2 in (hen egg) · Davenport (9 mi from Lake Alfred)
National Weather Service description (English): Public reported 2-inch diameter hail in Davenport.Jul 10, 2007 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Winter Haven (5 mi from Lake Alfred)
National Weather Service description (English): The broadcast media relayed a report of penny to golf ball size hail.Jun 18, 2022 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Cypress Gardens (7 mi from Lake Alfred)
National Weather Service description (English): Amateur radio operator reported golf ball size hail near Cypress Gardens in Polk County.Apr 26, 2023 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Lake Alfred (2 mi from Lake Alfred)
National Weather Service description (English): Public report received via social media of 1.75-inch hail between Lake Alfred and Haines City.May 13, 2024 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Lake Alfred (0 mi from Lake Alfred)
National Weather Service description (English): Picture posted on social media displayed golf ball size hail near Lake Alfred.Tornadoes within 10 miles of Lake Alfred
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 11, 2021 | EF0 | Jan Phyl Vlg 7 mi from Lake Alfred |
| Jun 24, 2012 | EF0 | Wntr Hvn Cyp Gdns Airport 9 mi from Lake Alfred |
| Mar 11, 2010 | EF0 | Auburndale 4 mi from Lake Alfred |
| Aug 12, 2009 | EF0 | Auburndale 3 mi from Lake Alfred |
| Apr 15, 2007 | EF0 | Dundee 7 mi from Lake Alfred |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Lake Alfred
26 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Lake Alfred since 2006, on 24 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 |
| Aug 2, 2022 | 49 mph, estimated | Wntr Hvn Cyp Gdns Airport 1 wind report |
| Jun 18, 2022 | 49 mph, estimated | Davenport 1 wind report |
| Apr 19, 2019 | 58 mph, estimated | Jack Browns Seaport, West Winter Haven 2 wind reports |
| Nov 2, 2018 | 63 mph, estimated | Polk City 1 wind report |
| May 24, 2017 | 49 mph, estimated | Noxon 1 wind report |
| Apr 14, 2016 | 58 mph, estimated | Haines City 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 Lake Alfred; 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 Lake Alfred.
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