Hail HistoryHail history for Soperton, GA
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Soperton on 13 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 1.75 in (golf ball) on Mar 25, 2023. Hail is most common here in March and May.
Recent hail near Soperton
No hail was reported within 10 miles of Soperton in the last two years.
Hail days near Soperton by year
When hail season peaks near Soperton
Of the 13 hail days since 2006, most fell in March (4) and May (3).
Largest hail storms near Soperton
Jun 15, 2011 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Orianna (7 mi from Soperton)
National Weather Service description (English): The public observed golf ball-sized hail just northwest of Soperton. WSR-88D radar data strongly suggests that hail of similar size likely continued across the county from northwest to southeast.Mar 25, 2023 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Soperton (0 mi from Soperton)
National Weather Service description (English): Golf ball sized hail reported at 911 call center in Soperton near intersection of Texas Avenue W and Second St.Sep 9, 2019 · 1.5 in (ping pong ball) · Kibbee (10 mi from Soperton)
May 6, 2022 · 1.25 in (half dollar) · Kibbee (7 mi from Soperton)
Jun 2, 2008 · 1 in (quarter) · Soperton (6 mi from Soperton)
Tornadoes within 10 miles of Soperton
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| May 9, 2024 | EF1 | Kibbee 9 mi from Soperton |
| Apr 5, 2022 | EF0 | Blackville 6 mi from Soperton |
| Apr 5, 2017 | EF0 | Orland 7 mi from Soperton |
| May 11, 2008 | EF3 | Soperton 3 mi from Soperton |
| May 11, 2008 | EF3 | Kibbee 7 mi from Soperton |
| Dec 15, 2007 | EF2 | Lothair 5 mi from Soperton |
| Apr 15, 2007 | EF1 | Orland 5 mi from Soperton |
| Apr 15, 2007 | EF1 | Adrian 8 mi from Soperton |
| Apr 15, 2007 | EF1 | Norristown Junction 10 mi from Soperton |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Soperton
44 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Soperton since 2006, on 30 days.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 18, 2024 | 60 mph, estimated | Tarrytown, Kibbee 4 wind reports |
| May 9, 2024 | 45 mph, estimated | Tweed 1 wind report |
| Jan 9, 2024 | 60 mph, estimated | Blackville 1 wind report |
| Jul 21, 2023 | 64 mph, estimated | Gillis Springs, Rockledge 2 wind reports |
| Jun 14, 2023 | 60 mph, estimated | Lothair, Soperton Treu Co Airport, Orland 5 wind reports |
| Mar 25, 2023 | 60 mph, estimated | Tweed, Lothair 2 wind reports |
| Jul 8, 2022 | 58 mph, estimated | Orianna, Blackville 2 wind reports |
| Jul 7, 2022 | 58 mph, estimated | Tarrytown 1 wind report |
| May 6, 2022 | 55 mph, estimated | Orland 2 wind reports |
| Apr 6, 2022 | 70 mph, estimated | Kibbee 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 Soperton; 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 Soperton.
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