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Hail history for Marion, KY
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Marion on 11 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 1.75 in (golf ball) on Jan 12, 2023. Hail is most common here in April and March.
Recent hail near Marion
No hail was reported within 10 miles of Marion in the last two years.
Hail days near Marion by year
When hail season peaks near Marion
Of the 11 hail days since 2006, most fell in April (2) and March (2).
Largest hail storms near Marion
Aug 4, 2009 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Marion (0 mi from Marion)
National Weather Service description (English): A swath of large hail affected much of the county. Quarter-size hail fell in Marion. Golf-ball size hail fell in Crayne. Significant hail damage occurred in Crayne, where mobile homes were riddled with holes. Windows were broken, and vehicles were damaged. Roofs and siding of houses were heavily damaged. A dozen or more homes suffered damage. Corn and soybean fields were badly damaged.Mar 2, 2012 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Salem (10 mi from Marion)
National Weather Service description (English): Golf ball size hail was reported just east of Salem.Jan 12, 2023 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Marion (0 mi from Marion)
National Weather Service description (English): Photos were taken of golf ball size hail.Apr 7, 2006 · 1 in (quarter) · Fredonia (9 mi from Marion)
Apr 19, 2006 · 1 in (quarter) · Marion (0 mi from Marion)
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Marion
28 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Marion since 2006, on 26 days. The strongest measured gust was 69 mph on Jun 15, 2010.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 27, 2026 | damage reported | Marion 1 wind report |
| Jul 26, 2026 | damage reported | Marion 1 wind report |
| Oct 18, 2025 | 90 mph, estimated | Marion 1 wind report |
| Mar 30, 2025 | 62 mph, measured | Repton 1 wind report |
| May 8, 2024 | 70 mph, estimated | Salem 1 wind report |
| Jul 24, 2023 | 64 mph, estimated | Fredonia 1 wind report |
| Apr 15, 2023 | 75 mph, estimated | Salem 1 wind report |
| Mar 30, 2022 | 70 mph, estimated | Mattoon 1 wind report |
| Jun 26, 2018 | 63 mph, measured | Marion 1 wind report |
| May 27, 2017 | 64 mph, measured | Marion 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 Marion; 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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39 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 Marion.
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