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Hail history for Commerce, GA
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Commerce on 15 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 2.75 in (baseball) on Jun 12, 2007. Hail is most common here in April and May.
Recent hail near Commerce
| Date | Hail size | Where |
|---|---|---|
| May 12, 2025 | 1 in quarter | Jefferson 1 hail report · closest 8 mi from Commerce |
One row per day: the largest hail reported that day within 10 miles, the places and the number of reports.
Hail days near Commerce by year
When hail season peaks near Commerce
Of the 15 hail days since 2006, most fell in April (5) and May (3).
Largest hail storms near Commerce
Jun 12, 2007 · 2.75 in (baseball) · Commerce (3 mi from Commerce)
National Weather Service description (English): Numerous reports of large hail were received from the public across Jackson county. One piece of baseball-sized hail was observed in Jefferson, but most of the hail was quarter to golf ball-sized. Quarter to golf ball-sized hail was observed north of Commerce in the Banks Crossing area, just north of Commerce, and in Jefferson.Apr 5, 2017 · 2 in (hen egg) · Red Stone (10 mi from Commerce)
National Weather Service description (English): A report of 2 inch hail in the Preserve Neighborhood near Jefferson Middle School was received on social media.Apr 20, 2015 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Red Stone (9 mi from Commerce)
National Weather Service description (English): The Jackson County Emergency Manager reported golf ball size hail on Storey Porter Road.Jul 29, 2008 · 1 in (quarter) · Banks Crossing (5 mi from Commerce)
Apr 10, 2009 · 1 in (quarter) · Commerce (0 mi from Commerce)
Tornadoes within 10 miles of Commerce
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 17, 2021 | EF1 | Carlan 9 mi from Commerce |
| Nov 30, 2016 | EF1 | Grove Level 3 mi from Commerce |
| Nov 30, 2016 | EF1 | Banks Crossing 3 mi from Commerce |
| Aug 26, 2008 | EF1 | Arcade 8 mi from Commerce |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Commerce
84 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Commerce since 2006, on 63 days.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 2, 2026 | damage reported | Maysville 3 wind reports |
| Jul 28, 2026 | damage reported | Homer 1 wind report |
| Nov 8, 2025 | 55 mph, estimated | Commerce 1 wind report |
| Jun 17, 2025 | 60 mph, estimated | Homer 1 wind report |
| Jun 7, 2025 | 55 mph, estimated | Commerce 1 wind report |
| May 12, 2025 | 49 mph, estimated | Brockton 1 wind report |
| Apr 10, 2025 | 60 mph, estimated | Apple Vly, Brockton, Nicholson 3 wind reports |
| Aug 17, 2024 | 49 mph, estimated | Dry Pond, Jefferson Jackson Airport 2 wind reports |
| Jul 23, 2024 | 55 mph, estimated | Homer 1 wind report |
| May 11, 2024 | 49 mph, estimated | Hebron 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 Commerce; 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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24 hail days - Monroe
14 hail days - Lawrenceville
41 hail days - Loganville
30 hail days
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 Commerce.
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