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Hail history for Simonton Lake, IN
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Simonton Lake on 24 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 2 in (hen egg) on Jul 20, 2023. Hail is most common here in June and February.
Recent hail near Simonton Lake
No hail was reported within 10 miles of Simonton Lake in the last two years.
Hail days near Simonton Lake by year
When hail season peaks near Simonton Lake
Of the 24 hail days since 2006, most fell in June (7) and February (3).
Largest hail storms near Simonton Lake
Jul 20, 2023 · 2 in (hen egg) · Jamestown (8 mi from Simonton Lake)
Jul 23, 2014 · 1.5 in (ping pong ball) · Granger (7 mi from Simonton Lake)
Jun 11, 2015 · 1.5 in (ping pong ball) · Glenwood (8 mi from Simonton Lake)
Jun 15, 2008 · 1.25 in (half dollar) · Sportsman Airport (9 mi from Simonton Lake)
Mar 31, 2023 · 1.25 in (half dollar) · Elkhart (4 mi from Simonton Lake)
Tornadoes within 10 miles of Simonton Lake
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 11, 2026 | EF2 | Simonton Lake 4 mi from Simonton Lake |
| Mar 6, 2026 | EF1 | Edwardsburg 8 mi from Simonton Lake |
| Mar 30, 2025 | EF1 | Edwardsburg 7 mi from Simonton Lake |
| Mar 30, 2025 | EF0 | Dailey 7 mi from Simonton Lake |
| Jul 16, 2024 | EF1 | Elkhart 6 mi from Simonton Lake |
| Feb 28, 2017 | EF1 | Brownsville 9 mi from Simonton Lake |
| Mar 24, 2016 | EF0 | Edwardsburg 7 mi from Simonton Lake |
| Nov 17, 2013 | EF1 | Park Shr Resort 10 mi from Simonton Lake |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Simonton Lake
173 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Simonton Lake since 2006, on 82 days. The strongest measured gust was 81 mph on Jun 23, 2010.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 11, 2026 | damage reported | Bristol 1 wind report |
| Aug 9, 2026 | damage reported | Elkhart 1 wind report |
| Jul 3, 2026 | damage reported | Granger, Osceola, Bristol 5 wind reports |
| Jun 11, 2026 | 70 mph, estimated | Williamsville, Dunlap, Elkhart Muni Airport 3 wind reports |
| May 18, 2026 | 70 mph, estimated | Edwardsburg, Jamestown, Adamsville 5 wind reports |
| Jun 24, 2025 | 60 mph, estimated | Glenwood 1 wind report |
| Jun 18, 2025 | 60 mph, estimated | Elkhart Midway Airport 1 wind report |
| May 15, 2025 | 63 mph, estimated | Barron Lake, Elkhart Muni Airport 2 wind reports |
| Mar 30, 2025 | 81 mph, estimated | Edwardsburg, Granger, Elkhart 7 wind reports |
| Aug 27, 2024 | 60 mph, estimated | Granger 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 Simonton Lake; 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 Simonton Lake.
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