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Hail history for Andover, MA
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Andover on 27 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 1.5 in (ping pong ball) on Sep 13, 2010. Hail is most common here in July and June.
Recent hail near Andover
No hail was reported within 10 miles of Andover in the last two years.
Hail days near Andover by year
When hail season peaks near Andover
Of the 27 hail days since 2006, most fell in July (10) and June (8).
Largest hail storms near Andover
Jul 12, 2010 · 1.5 in (ping pong ball) · Haverhill (9 mi from Andover)
Sep 13, 2010 · 1.5 in (ping pong ball) · Salem (9 mi from Andover)
Jul 23, 2021 · 1.25 in (half dollar) · Georgetown (8 mi from Andover)
Jul 11, 2006 · 1 in (quarter) · Billerica (10 mi from Andover)
Jun 27, 2008 · 1 in (quarter) · Millville (10 mi from Andover)
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Andover
141 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Andover since 2006, on 64 days. The strongest measured gust was 59 mph on May 15, 2020.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 8, 2026 | damage reported | Topsfield 1 wind report |
| Jul 22, 2026 | damage reported | Haverhill 1 wind report |
| Jul 16, 2026 | damage reported | Lowell, Wilmington 2 wind reports |
| Jul 20, 2025 | 58 mph, estimated | Dracut, Middleton, Shawsheen Vlg 5 wind reports |
| May 3, 2025 | 58 mph, estimated | Tew Mac Airport 1 wind report |
| Aug 15, 2024 | 58 mph, estimated | Methuen 1 wind report |
| Jul 16, 2024 | 58 mph, estimated | Lowell Jct 1 wind report |
| Jun 20, 2024 | 58 mph, estimated | Westlands, Marsh Corner, Wilmington Jct 4 wind reports |
| Sep 8, 2023 | 58 mph, estimated | Lowell, South Middleton, East Boxford 4 wind reports |
| Aug 5, 2022 | 60 mph, estimated | Salem Depot, Dracut 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 Andover; 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
- Lowell
22 hail days - Lynn
23 hail days - Cambridge
31 hail days - Boston
29 hail days - Newton
25 hail days - Dorchester
25 hail days - Manchester
25 hail days - Quincy
20 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 Andover.
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