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Hail history for Social Circle, GA
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Social Circle on 15 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 2.75 in (baseball) on Mar 15, 2008. Hail is most common here in June and March.
Recent hail near Social Circle
No hail was reported within 10 miles of Social Circle in the last two years.
Hail days near Social Circle by year
When hail season peaks near Social Circle
Of the 15 hail days since 2006, most fell in June (4) and March (3).
Largest hail storms near Social Circle
Mar 15, 2008 · 2.75 in (baseball) · Walnut Grove (9 mi from Social Circle)
National Weather Service description (English): The public observed baseball-sized hail across southern Walton county near the Rockdale and Newton county lines. The ground was completely covered with the large hail and many vehicles were damaged.Jun 18, 2011 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Herndonville (3 mi from Social Circle)
National Weather Service description (English): The Walton County 911 Center relayed a report of golf ball-sized hail from Herndonville and the public observed nickel-sized hail a little further east in Ebenezer.Mar 18, 2013 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Jerusalem (9 mi from Social Circle)
National Weather Service description (English): The Newton County 911 Center reported golfball sized hail in the Mansfield area.Jun 15, 2020 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Fairfield (8 mi from Social Circle)
National Weather Service description (English): The public reported hail ranging from the size of nickels to the size of golf balls at the intersection of Highway 278 and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue, damaging at least 1 vehicle.May 11, 2008 · 1 in (quarter) · Good Hope (7 mi from Social Circle)
Tornadoes within 10 miles of Social Circle
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 1, 2018 | EF1 | Herndonville 2 mi from Social Circle |
| Apr 19, 2013 | EF0 | Reece 9 mi from Social Circle |
| Apr 28, 2011 | EF1 | Newborn 10 mi from Social Circle |
| Apr 28, 2011 | EF1 | Reece 9 mi from Social Circle |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Social Circle
141 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Social Circle since 2006, on 80 days.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 20, 2026 | damage reported | Monroe 1 wind report |
| Aug 5, 2026 | damage reported | Oxford, Gum Creek, Jersey 3 wind reports |
| Jul 12, 2026 | damage reported | Covington 1 wind report |
| Jul 10, 2026 | damage reported | Monroe 2 wind reports |
| Mar 16, 2026 | 60 mph, estimated | Walnut Grove, Covington, Pannell 3 wind reports |
| Jun 14, 2025 | 60 mph, estimated | Dickson 1 wind report |
| Jun 8, 2025 | 49 mph, estimated | Covington 1 wind report |
| Mar 31, 2025 | 55 mph, estimated | Pannell 1 wind report |
| Feb 16, 2025 | 60 mph, estimated | Fairplay, Centennial, Monroe Muni Airport 6 wind reports |
| Aug 29, 2024 | 75 mph, estimated | Social Circle, Jersey, Rutledge 5 wind reports |
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 Social Circle; 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 Social Circle.
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