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Hail history for Atlantic, IA
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Atlantic on 25 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 2 in (hen egg) on Aug 31, 2018. Hail is most common here in June and April.
Recent hail near Atlantic
| Date | Hail size | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 6, 2026 | 1 in quarter | Atlantic 1 hail report · closest 2 mi from Atlantic |
| Apr 17, 2025 | 1 in quarter | Lewis 1 hail report · closest 8 mi from Atlantic |
One row per day: the largest hail reported that day within 10 miles, the places and the number of reports.
Hail days near Atlantic by year
When hail season peaks near Atlantic
Of the 25 hail days since 2006, most fell in June (8) and April (6).
Largest hail storms near Atlantic
Jun 24, 2015 · 2 in (hen egg) · Lorah (8 mi from Atlantic)
Aug 31, 2018 · 2 in (hen egg) · Marne (6 mi from Atlantic)
National Weather Service description (English): Trained spotter reported ping pong ball sized hail.Mar 29, 2012 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Lewis (10 mi from Atlantic)
Jun 30, 2014 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Marne (8 mi from Atlantic)
May 23, 2007 · 1.25 in (half dollar) · Fletcher Chapel (5 mi from Atlantic)
Tornadoes within 10 miles of Atlantic
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 28, 2024 | EF? | Marne 7 mi from Atlantic |
| Jun 28, 2024 | EF0 | Lewis 7 mi from Atlantic |
| Jun 28, 2024 | EF? | Wiota 5 mi from Atlantic |
| Jun 28, 2024 | EF? | Wiota 6 mi from Atlantic |
| May 21, 2024 | EF0 | Brayton 9 mi from Atlantic |
| Jul 12, 2023 | EF0 | Marne 8 mi from Atlantic |
| Jul 12, 2023 | EF0 | Marne 5 mi from Atlantic |
| Dec 15, 2021 | EF2 | Lewis 7 mi from Atlantic |
| Dec 15, 2021 | EF0 | Lorah 8 mi from Atlantic |
| Dec 15, 2021 | EF1 | Brayton 7 mi from Atlantic |
| Dec 15, 2021 | EF1 | Brayton 10 mi from Atlantic |
| Jul 16, 2019 | EF? | Fletcher Chapel 7 mi from Atlantic |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Atlantic
62 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Atlantic since 2006, on 42 days. The strongest measured gust was 69 mph on May 6, 2012.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 23, 2025 | 60 mph, estimated | Atlantic 1 wind report |
| Jun 16, 2025 | 58 mph, estimated | Atlantic 1 wind report |
| Apr 2, 2025 | 58 mph, estimated | Brayton 1 wind report |
| Jul 31, 2024 | 59 mph, measured | Atlantic Airport 1 wind report |
| May 21, 2024 | 70 mph, estimated | Lewis 1 wind report |
| May 7, 2024 | 59 mph, measured | Atlantic Airport 1 wind report |
| Jun 24, 2023 | 64 mph, estimated | Marne 2 wind reports |
| Jun 7, 2022 | 67 mph, measured | Atlantic 1 wind report |
| Apr 23, 2022 | 60 mph, estimated | Wiota 1 wind report |
| Aug 31, 2021 | 60 mph, estimated | Lewis 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 Atlantic; 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.
Nearby cities
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 Atlantic.
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