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Hail history for Fergus Falls, MN
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Fergus Falls on 22 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 3 in (tea cup) on Jul 10, 2010. Hail is most common here in July and June.
Recent hail near Fergus Falls
| Date | Hail size | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 3, 2026 | 1.75 in golf ball | Fergus Falls 2 hail reports · closest near the center of Fergus Falls |
One row per day: the largest hail reported that day within 10 miles, the places and the number of reports.
Hail days near Fergus Falls by year
When hail season peaks near Fergus Falls
Of the 22 hail days since 2006, most fell in July (8) and June (4).
Largest hail storms near Fergus Falls
Jul 10, 2010 · 3 in (tea cup) · Fergus Falls (1 mi from Fergus Falls)
National Weather Service description (English): The hail was quite large, about three inches in diameter.Jul 12, 2015 · 2.5 in (tennis ball) · Western (6 mi from Fergus Falls)
National Weather Service description (English): The hail fell across northwest Aastad Township.Jul 11, 2017 · 2 in (hen egg) · Fergus Falls (0 mi from Fergus Falls)
National Weather Service description (English): The hail ranged in size from 1.50 to 2.00 inches.May 9, 2022 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Fergus Falls (0 mi from Fergus Falls)
National Weather Service description (English): The observer at Orwell Dam reported hail up to 1.75 inches in diameter.Sep 3, 2026 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Fergus Falls (4 mi from Fergus Falls)
Tornadoes within 10 miles of Fergus Falls
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 8, 2020 | EF1 | French 10 mi from Fergus Falls |
| Jul 12, 2015 | EF0 | Dalton 7 mi from Fergus Falls |
| Jul 12, 2015 | EF0 | Elizabeth 9 mi from Fergus Falls |
| Apr 21, 2012 | EF1 | Fergus Falls 7 mi from Fergus Falls |
| Aug 7, 2010 | EF1 | Western 6 mi from Fergus Falls |
| Jun 18, 2009 | EF0 | Carlisle 9 mi from Fergus Falls |
| Jun 14, 2008 | EF1 | Fergus Falls 3 mi from Fergus Falls |
| Jun 7, 2007 | EF1 | Elizabeth 7 mi from Fergus Falls |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Fergus Falls
57 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Fergus Falls since 2006, on 33 days. The strongest measured gust was 83 mph on Jul 8, 2020.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 29, 2026 | 60 mph, estimated | Fergus Falls Airport 1 wind report |
| Jun 22, 2025 | 58 mph, measured | Fergus Falls, Fergus Falls Airport 2 wind reports |
| Jun 21, 2025 | 62 mph, measured | French, Fergus Falls Airport 2 wind reports |
| May 15, 2025 | 60 mph, measured | Underwood 1 wind report |
| Jul 31, 2024 | 60 mph, measured | Fergus Falls 2 wind reports |
| Jul 30, 2024 | 60 mph, estimated | French 1 wind report |
| Jun 5, 2024 | 64 mph, measured | Fergus Falls 1 wind report |
| May 30, 2022 | 75 mph, estimated | Fergus Falls 1 wind report |
| May 18, 2022 | 58 mph, measured | Fergus Falls Airport 1 wind report |
| May 12, 2022 | 85 mph, estimated | Elizabeth, Fergus Falls, Fergus Falls Airport 4 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 Fergus Falls; 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 Fergus Falls.
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