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Hail history for Kalamazoo, MI
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Kalamazoo on 18 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 2 in (hen egg) on May 7, 2024. Hail is most common here in July and May.
Kalamazoo ranks #901 for hail days among the 1,399 U.S. cities of 25,000 to 100,000 people. See the ranking →
Recent hail near Kalamazoo
No hail was reported within 10 miles of Kalamazoo in the last two years.
Hail days near Kalamazoo by year
When hail season peaks near Kalamazoo
Of the 18 hail days since 2006, most fell in July (4) and May (4).
Largest hail storms near Kalamazoo
Jul 27, 2014 · 2 in (hen egg) · Cooper (5 mi from Kalamazoo)
National Weather Service description (English): The public reported hail up to two inches in diameter near Cooper in northern Kalamazoo county.Apr 7, 2020 · 2 in (hen egg) · Howlandsburg (9 mi from Kalamazoo)
National Weather Service description (English): Very large hail up to two inches in diameter was reported near Gull Lake and a few other locations in Kalamazoo county.May 7, 2024 · 2 in (hen egg) · Oakwood (5 mi from Kalamazoo)
National Weather Service description (English): Hail up to two inches in diameter was reported in and near Oakwood.Jun 6, 2008 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Texas Corners (8 mi from Kalamazoo)
National Weather Service description (English): One and three quarters inch diameter hail was reported near Texas Corners near the intersection of US-131.Apr 26, 2011 · 1.25 in (half dollar) · Miller Corner (9 mi from Kalamazoo)
Tornadoes within 10 miles of Kalamazoo
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2025 | EF0 | Galesburg 9 mi from Kalamazoo |
| May 7, 2024 | EF2 | Texas Corners 8 mi from Kalamazoo |
| Jun 19, 2009 | EF2 | Richland Jct 8 mi from Kalamazoo |
| Sep 13, 2008 | EF0 | Miller Corner 7 mi from Kalamazoo |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Kalamazoo
73 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Kalamazoo since 2006, on 50 days. The strongest measured gust was 79 mph on Jul 3, 2026.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 3, 2026 | 79 mph, measured | Portage, Parchment 4 wind reports |
| Jun 10, 2026 | 64 mph, estimated | Kalamazoo 1 wind report |
| May 18, 2026 | 70 mph, estimated | East Cooper, Kalamazoo Airport, Blownell 3 wind reports |
| Apr 16, 2026 | 60 mph, estimated | Kalamazoo 1 wind report |
| Jun 24, 2025 | 60 mph, estimated | Milwood, Jug Corners 2 wind reports |
| May 15, 2025 | 75 mph, estimated | Comstock, Kalamazoo, Kalamazoo Airport 8 wind reports |
| Mar 30, 2025 | 70 mph, estimated | Blownell, Kalamazoo, Texas Corners 5 wind reports |
| Jun 25, 2024 | 60 mph, estimated | Kalamazoo 1 wind report |
| Jun 16, 2024 | 76 mph, measured | Comstock, Carpenters Corners 2 wind reports |
| Aug 29, 2022 | 60 mph, estimated | Westwood 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 Kalamazoo; 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 Kalamazoo.
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