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Hail history for Clare, MI
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Clare on 7 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 1.75 in (golf ball) on Jul 27, 2014. Hail is most common here in July and March.
Recent hail near Clare
No hail was reported within 10 miles of Clare in the last two years.
Hail days near Clare by year
When hail season peaks near Clare
Of the 7 hail days since 2006, most fell in July (3) and March (2).
Largest hail storms near Clare
Jul 27, 2014 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Farwell (6 mi from Clare)
National Weather Service description (English): The public reported hail up to one and three quarters inch in diameter near Farwell.Mar 12, 2012 · 1.25 in (half dollar) · Coleman (10 mi from Clare)
Mar 15, 2012 · 1.25 in (half dollar) · Clare (1 mi from Clare)
Jul 9, 2007 · 1 in (quarter) · Farwell (5 mi from Clare)
Jun 3, 2006 · 0.75 in (penny) · Clare (0 mi from Clare)
Tornadoes within 10 miles of Clare
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 26, 2021 | EF0 | Dover 3 mi from Clare |
| Jul 30, 2008 | EF0 | Dover 3 mi from Clare |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Clare
25 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Clare since 2006, on 21 days.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| May 18, 2026 | 70 mph, estimated | Clare Muni Airport 1 wind report |
| Aug 27, 2024 | 60 mph, estimated | Clare 1 wind report |
| Jul 5, 2024 | 60 mph, estimated | Harrison 1 wind report |
| Sep 7, 2021 | 58 mph, estimated | Bard 1 wind report |
| Jun 11, 2021 | 60 mph, estimated | Farwell 1 wind report |
| Jul 19, 2020 | 60 mph, estimated | Brinton 1 wind report |
| Sep 10, 2019 | 62 mph, estimated | Lyle 1 wind report |
| Jul 16, 2018 | 60 mph, estimated | Wise 1 wind report |
| Jun 14, 2017 | 58 mph, estimated | Coleman 1 wind report |
| Jun 6, 2016 | 60 mph, estimated | Browns Corner 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 Clare; 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
- Mount Pleasant
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22 hail days - Alma
12 hail days - Canadian Lakes
14 hail days - Houghton Lake
16 hail days - Big Rapids
9 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 Clare.
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