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Hail history for West Samoset, FL
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of West Samoset on 11 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 1.25 in (half dollar) on Jun 8, 2012. Hail is most common here in June and May.
Recent hail near West Samoset
| Date | Hail size | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 20, 2026 | 0.25 in pea | Parrish 1 hail report · closest 9 mi from West Samoset |
One row per day: the largest hail reported that day within 10 miles, the places and the number of reports.
Hail days near West Samoset by year
When hail season peaks near West Samoset
Of the 11 hail days since 2006, most fell in June (4) and May (3).
Largest hail storms near West Samoset
Jun 12, 2008 · 1.25 in (half dollar) · Rosedale (7 mi from West Samoset)
Jun 8, 2012 · 1.25 in (half dollar) · West Samoset (1 mi from West Samoset)
May 20, 2009 · 1 in (quarter) · Bradenton (2 mi from West Samoset)
Jan 17, 2011 · 1 in (quarter) · Parrish (10 mi from West Samoset)
May 31, 2022 · 1 in (quarter) · Matoaka (6 mi from West Samoset)
Tornadoes within 10 miles of West Samoset
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| May 31, 2022 | EF? | Desoto Lakes 8 mi from West Samoset |
| Mar 16, 2022 | EF1 | Sarasota Beach 10 mi from West Samoset |
| Apr 10, 2021 | EF1 | Bayshore Gardens 4 mi from West Samoset |
| Aug 9, 2020 | EF0 | Cortez 8 mi from West Samoset |
| Jul 16, 2020 | EF0 | Cortez 8 mi from West Samoset |
| Aug 26, 2017 | EF0 | Samoset 1 mi from West Samoset |
| Jul 31, 2017 | EF0 | Palma Sola 7 mi from West Samoset |
| Oct 1, 2015 | EF0 | Terra Ceia 9 mi from West Samoset |
| Jul 15, 2013 | EF0 | Lakewood Ranch 9 mi from West Samoset |
| Jul 9, 2013 | EF0 | West Bradenton 4 mi from West Samoset |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near West Samoset
56 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of West Samoset since 2006, on 43 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 27, 2026 | 58 mph, estimated | Bradenton Beach 1 wind report |
| Aug 6, 2026 | 47 mph, measured | Sarasota, Whitfield 3 wind reports |
| Aug 2, 2026 | 47 mph, measured | Cortez 1 wind report |
| Jul 24, 2026 | 39 mph, measured | West Bradenton 1 wind report |
| Jul 20, 2026 | 48 mph, measured | Whitfield, Sarasota 2 wind reports |
| Jul 10, 2026 | 60 mph, measured | Whitfield, Sarasota 2 wind reports |
| Aug 24, 2025 | 49 mph, estimated | Gillett 1 wind report |
| Jul 30, 2024 | 49 mph, estimated | Bayshore Gardens 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 West Samoset; 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 West Samoset.
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