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Hail history for Cornelius, NC
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Cornelius on 47 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 1.75 in (golf ball) on Mar 27, 2021. Hail is most common here in June and May.
Cornelius ranks #288 for hail days among the 1,399 U.S. cities of 25,000 to 100,000 people. See the ranking →
Recent hail near Cornelius
No hail was reported within 10 miles of Cornelius in the last two years.
Hail days near Cornelius by year
When hail season peaks near Cornelius
Of the 47 hail days since 2006, most fell in June (14) and May (12).
Largest hail storms near Cornelius
May 14, 2006 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Mooresville (7 mi from Cornelius)
Jun 24, 2007 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Charlotte (9 mi from Cornelius)
National Weather Service description (English): Reported at the intersection of I-77 and Harris Blvd. Car windshields were reportedly broken in this area.May 11, 2008 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Cornelius (3 mi from Cornelius)
Mar 28, 2010 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Mooresville (7 mi from Cornelius)
National Weather Service description (English): Several reports of hail ranging in size from dimes to golf balls were received from the Mooresville area.May 10, 2011 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Mt Mourne (4 mi from Cornelius)
National Weather Service description (English): Hail up to golf ball size was reported on the south side of Mooresville.Tornadoes within 10 miles of Cornelius
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| May 4, 2025 | EF0 | Lowesville 8 mi from Cornelius |
| Aug 7, 2023 | EF0 | Huntersville 7 mi from Cornelius |
| Aug 7, 2023 | EF1 | Mt Ulla 9 mi from Cornelius |
| Apr 22, 2023 | EF0 | Mt Mourne 3 mi from Cornelius |
| Oct 22, 2019 | EF0 | Glass 5 mi from Cornelius |
| Oct 26, 2010 | EF0 | Terrell 8 mi from Cornelius |
| Oct 26, 2010 | EF0 | Mayhew 7 mi from Cornelius |
| Jul 13, 2010 | EF1 | Denver 8 mi from Cornelius |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Cornelius
136 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Cornelius since 2006, on 104 days. The strongest measured gust was 58 mph on Dec 29, 2024.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 18, 2026 | damage reported | Mooresville 1 wind report |
| Sep 5, 2026 | damage reported | Terrell, Enochville 2 wind reports |
| Aug 28, 2026 | damage reported | Mooresville, Davidson, Enochville 5 wind reports |
| Aug 11, 2026 | damage reported | Lowesville, Davidson 3 wind reports |
| Jul 28, 2026 | damage reported | Mooresville 2 wind reports |
| Jul 10, 2026 | damage reported | Denver, Davidson, Terrell 4 wind reports |
| Sep 4, 2025 | 58 mph, estimated | Triangle, Mayhew 2 wind reports |
| Aug 1, 2025 | 58 mph, estimated | Mooresville 1 wind report |
| Jun 26, 2025 | 58 mph, estimated | Davidson, Enochville 2 wind reports |
| Jun 10, 2025 | 58 mph, estimated | Glass 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 Cornelius; 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
- Huntersville
50 hail days - Mooresville
37 hail days - Kannapolis
46 hail days - Concord
47 hail days - Charlotte
57 hail days - Gastonia
51 hail days - Indian Trail
34 hail days - Hickory
69 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 Cornelius.
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