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Hail history for Simpsonville, KY
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Simpsonville on 26 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 1.75 in (golf ball) on Mar 25, 2021. Hail is most common here in May and April.
Recent hail near Simpsonville
| Date | Hail size | Where |
|---|---|---|
| May 16, 2026 | 0.88 in nickel | Simpsonville 1 hail report · closest near the center of Simpsonville |
One row per day: the largest hail reported that day within 10 miles, the places and the number of reports.
Hail days near Simpsonville by year
When hail season peaks near Simpsonville
Of the 26 hail days since 2006, most fell in May (7) and April (6).
Largest hail storms near Simpsonville
Jun 5, 2007 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Chestnut Grove (7 mi from Simpsonville)
May 15, 2009 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · O Bannon (10 mi from Simpsonville)
Aug 21, 2013 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Simpsonville (0 mi from Simpsonville)
National Weather Service description (English): Local media reported golf-ball sized hail that fell from a supercell in Simpsonville.Mar 25, 2021 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Veechdale (2 mi from Simpsonville)
National Weather Service description (English): Golf ball sized hail was reported at Culver's near The Outlet Shoppes of the Bluegrass.May 19, 2022 · 1.5 in (ping pong ball) · Chestnut Grove (7 mi from Simpsonville)
Tornadoes within 10 miles of Simpsonville
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| May 7, 2023 | EF0 | Joyes 5 mi from Simpsonville |
| Apr 1, 2023 | EF1 | Avoca 8 mi from Simpsonville |
| Apr 1, 2023 | EF0 | Conner 6 mi from Simpsonville |
| Apr 13, 2022 | EF0 | Normandy 9 mi from Simpsonville |
| Jun 26, 2018 | EF0 | Frazertown 10 mi from Simpsonville |
| Mar 23, 2012 | EF1 | Finchville 6 mi from Simpsonville |
| Feb 6, 2008 | EF2 | Vigo 9 mi from Simpsonville |
| Apr 2, 2006 | F1 | Shelbyville 7 mi from Simpsonville |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Simpsonville
130 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Simpsonville since 2006, on 89 days. The strongest measured gust was 75 mph on Apr 13, 2022.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 18, 2026 | damage reported | Crestwood, Ballardsville 2 wind reports |
| Jul 21, 2026 | damage reported | Pewee Valley 1 wind report |
| Jul 17, 2026 | damage reported | Chestnut Grove 1 wind report |
| Jun 18, 2026 | 58 mph, estimated | Shelbyville 1 wind report |
| May 19, 2026 | 58 mph, estimated | Long Run 1 wind report |
| Apr 28, 2026 | 58 mph, estimated | Chestnut Grove 1 wind report |
| Apr 27, 2026 | 81 mph, estimated | Worth, Beckley, Conner 3 wind reports |
| Jun 18, 2025 | 60 mph, estimated | Figgs, Long Run 2 wind reports |
| May 16, 2025 | 64 mph, estimated | Wilsonville 1 wind report |
| Apr 3, 2025 | 63 mph, estimated | Chestnut Grove 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 Simpsonville; 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 Simpsonville.
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