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Hail history for Kalispell, MT
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Kalispell on 13 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 2.5 in (tennis ball) on Jul 7, 2022. Hail is most common here in July and June.
Recent hail near Kalispell
| Date | Hail size | Where |
|---|---|---|
| May 28, 2026 | 1.25 in half dollar | Kalispell City Airport, Evergreen 2 hail reports · closest 2 mi from Kalispell |
One row per day: the largest hail reported that day within 10 miles, the places and the number of reports.
Hail days near Kalispell by year
When hail season peaks near Kalispell
Of the 13 hail days since 2006, most fell in July (7) and June (3).
Largest hail storms near Kalispell
Jul 7, 2022 · 2.5 in (tennis ball) · Kalispell City Airport (1 mi from Kalispell)
National Weather Service description (English): There were multiple reports from Kalispell, MT of 1.75 to 2.5 hail which caused extensive body and windshield damage to vehicles. Additionally, multiple homes sustained damage, especially roofs that needed to be replaced. One homeowner spent $80,000 US dollars to replace their roof. A patio umbrella in Evergreen, MT was shredded. The property damage estimate could be underdone.Jul 26, 2009 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Creston (8 mi from Kalispell)
National Weather Service description (English): Residents in the Quail Ridge subdivision, just south of Lake Blaine Road, endured hail as large as golf balls raining down for up to half an hour, along with very strong winds. Awnings on homes were dented, gardens were flattened, windows broken and basements were flooded from heavy rainfall up to 1 inch with in 30 minutes.Jun 8, 2017 · 1.5 in (ping pong ball) · Rollins (9 mi from Kalispell)
Jun 23, 2011 · 1.25 in (half dollar) · Creston (9 mi from Kalispell)
Sep 6, 2013 · 1.25 in (half dollar) · Kalispell Intl. (9 mi from Kalispell)
Tornadoes within 10 miles of Kalispell
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 9, 2008 | EF0 | Kalispell 2 mi from Kalispell |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Kalispell
13 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Kalispell since 2006, on 10 days. The strongest measured gust was 78 mph on May 31, 2020.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 22, 2026 | 54 mph, measured | La Salle 1 wind report |
| Aug 22, 2023 | 68 mph, measured | Kalispell Intl. 1 wind report |
| May 31, 2020 | 78 mph, measured | Somers 1 wind report |
| Jul 7, 2017 | 58 mph, estimated | Kalispell 1 wind report |
| Aug 29, 2013 | 55 mph, measured | Kalispell Intl. 1 wind report |
| Aug 26, 2013 | 55 mph, measured | Kalispell 1 wind report |
| Aug 25, 2013 | 55 mph, measured | Kalispell Intl., Evergreen, Creston 3 wind reports |
| Jul 7, 2012 | 60 mph, estimated | Kalispell, Evergreen 2 wind reports |
| Jul 22, 2010 | 58 mph, estimated | Kalispell 1 wind report |
| Jul 26, 2009 | 60 mph, estimated | Jessup 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 Kalispell; 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
- Evergreen
13 hail days - Lakeside
9 hail days - Columbia Falls
11 hail days - Bigfork
14 hail days - Whitefish
10 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 Kalispell.
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