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Hail history for Johnsburg, IL
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Johnsburg on 30 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 2.9 in on May 2, 2018. Hail is most common here in June and April.
Recent hail near Johnsburg
No hail was reported within 10 miles of Johnsburg in the last two years.
Hail days near Johnsburg by year
When hail season peaks near Johnsburg
Of the 30 hail days since 2006, most fell in June (9) and April (6).
Largest hail storms near Johnsburg
May 2, 2018 · 2.9 in · Twin Lakes (10 mi from Johnsburg)
National Weather Service description (English): Pictures of hail provided between 2 and 2.9 inches in diameter.Apr 25, 2016 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Wauconda (10 mi from Johnsburg)
National Weather Service description (English): Golf ball size hail damaged multiple vehicles as well as a skylight in a home.Jul 16, 2017 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Wonder Lake (6 mi from Johnsburg)
National Weather Service description (English): Quarter to golf ball size hail was reported in Wonder Lake.Jul 23, 2022 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Lakemoor (4 mi from Johnsburg)
National Weather Service description (English): Golf ball size hail was reported in Lakemoor, which broke exterior lights. A photo was shared on social media of half dollar size hail.Apr 12, 2014 · 1.5 in (ping pong ball) · Wonder Lake (6 mi from Johnsburg)
Tornadoes within 10 miles of Johnsburg
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | EF0 | Campbell Airport 10 mi from Johnsburg |
| Aug 9, 2021 | EF1 | McCullom Lake 2 mi from Johnsburg |
| Aug 10, 2020 | EF1 | Channel Lake 7 mi from Johnsburg |
| Aug 10, 2020 | EF1 | Wilmot 9 mi from Johnsburg |
| Aug 2, 2015 | EF1 | Round Lake 8 mi from Johnsburg |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Johnsburg
128 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Johnsburg since 2006, on 72 days. The strongest measured gust was 81 mph on Aug 27, 2024.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 11, 2026 | 58 mph, estimated | Bull Valley 1 wind report |
| Jun 10, 2026 | 75 mph, estimated | Round Lake Beach, Fox Lake, Fox Lake Hills 4 wind reports |
| Apr 2, 2026 | 64 mph, estimated | Wonder Lake, Sunnyside, Ringwood 3 wind reports |
| Sep 21, 2025 | 63 mph, estimated | Lakemoor, Bull Valley 2 wind reports |
| Jul 16, 2025 | 58 mph, estimated | Island Lake 1 wind report |
| May 15, 2025 | 69 mph, estimated | Antioch, Spring Grove, Fox Lake Hills 7 wind reports |
| Mar 15, 2025 | 61 mph, estimated | Johnsburg 1 wind report |
| Aug 27, 2024 | 81 mph, measured | Wauconda 1 wind report |
| Aug 6, 2024 | 60 mph, estimated | Belden 1 wind report |
| Jun 22, 2024 | 60 mph, estimated | Richmond, Ingleside 2 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 Johnsburg; 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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45 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 Johnsburg.
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