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Hail history for Saint Helen, MI
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Saint Helen on 8 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 4.5 in (softball) on Aug 2, 2015. Hail is most common here in August and June.
Recent hail near Saint Helen
| Date | Hail size | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 8, 2025 | 1.75 in golf ball | Clear Lake 1 hail report · closest 9 mi from Saint Helen |
One row per day: the largest hail reported that day within 10 miles, the places and the number of reports.
Hail days near Saint Helen by year
When hail season peaks near Saint Helen
Of the 8 hail days since 2006, most fell in August (4) and June (3).
Largest hail storms near Saint Helen
Aug 2, 2015 · 4.5 in (softball) · West Branch (6 mi from Saint Helen)
National Weather Service description (English): These were the largest known hailstones in northern lower Michigan history. Hail reached just slightly larger than softballs, a few miles north of West Branch. Immense property destruction resulted, with many, many vehicles considered to be total losses, and roofs and siding dented and damaged. Around 350 structures were damaged in some way, shape, or form.Aug 8, 2025 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Clear Lake (9 mi from Saint Helen)
National Weather Service description (English): Hail up to golf ball size in west central Ogemaw county between West Branch and Rose City.Jun 22, 2008 · 1.25 in (half dollar) · West Branch (7 mi from Saint Helen)
Jul 17, 2006 · 1 in (quarter) · Kewadin (7 mi from Saint Helen)
Jun 15, 2008 · 1 in (quarter) · West Branch (9 mi from Saint Helen)
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Saint Helen
7 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Saint Helen since 2006, on 7 days.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 2026 | damage reported | West Branch 1 wind report |
| Aug 8, 2025 | 58 mph, estimated | West Branch 1 wind report |
| Jul 27, 2019 | 59 mph, estimated | St Helen 1 wind report |
| Aug 28, 2018 | 69 mph, estimated | Maple Vly 1 wind report |
| Jul 13, 2018 | 63 mph, estimated | Maple Vly 1 wind report |
| Jul 6, 2017 | 64 mph, estimated | Clear Lake 1 wind report |
| Sep 6, 2016 | 62 mph, estimated | St Helen 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 Saint Helen; 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
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 Saint Helen.
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