Hail HistoryHail history for Montezuma, GA
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Montezuma on 6 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 1.75 in (golf ball) on Mar 31, 2013. Hail is most common here in March and February.
Recent hail near Montezuma
No hail was reported within 10 miles of Montezuma in the last two years.
Hail days near Montezuma by year
When hail season peaks near Montezuma
Of the 6 hail days since 2006, most fell in March (3) and February (1).
Largest hail storms near Montezuma
Mar 27, 2011 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Byromville (8 mi from Montezuma)
National Weather Service description (English): Several reports of quarter to golf ball-sized hail were received from the Dooly County 911 Center and the public across northern Dooly county, especially from the Pinehurst area. Hail was observed from Byromville in the west to southeast of Unadilla in the east part of the county.Mar 31, 2013 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Andersonville (10 mi from Montezuma)
National Weather Service description (English): The public reported hail up to the size of golf balls at Patsy's Hot Dogs and Cool Cones near Andersonville.May 21, 2010 · 1.25 in (half dollar) · Five Points (7 mi from Montezuma)
Mar 15, 2024 · 1 in (quarter) · Byromville (10 mi from Montezuma)
Jul 5, 2008 · 0.75 in (penny) · Montezuma (5 mi from Montezuma)
Tornadoes within 10 miles of Montezuma
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 5, 2022 | EF1 | Bartlett 8 mi from Montezuma |
| Jan 21, 2017 | EF1 | Barrons Lane 7 mi from Montezuma |
| Jan 21, 2012 | EF1 | Oglethorpe 3 mi from Montezuma |
| Mar 1, 2007 | EF3 | Oglethorpe 9 mi from Montezuma |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Montezuma
34 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Montezuma since 2006, on 33 days.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 2023 | 70 mph, estimated | Cutoff 1 wind report |
| Aug 8, 2023 | 60 mph, estimated | Dooling 1 wind report |
| Jul 5, 2023 | 45 mph, estimated | Cutoff 1 wind report |
| Jun 7, 2023 | 60 mph, estimated | Travelers Rest 1 wind report |
| Jun 24, 2022 | 60 mph, estimated | Montezuma 1 wind report |
| May 1, 2022 | 49 mph, estimated | Dooling 1 wind report |
| Apr 5, 2022 | 64 mph, estimated | Bartlett 1 wind report |
| Jun 15, 2021 | 58 mph, estimated | Fields 1 wind report |
| Mar 31, 2021 | 58 mph, estimated | Montezuma Muni Airport 1 wind report |
| Apr 8, 2020 | 58 mph, estimated | Five Points 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 Montezuma; 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 Montezuma.
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