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Hail history for Williston, ND
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Williston on 34 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 3 in (tea cup) on Jul 18, 2022. Hail is most common here in July and June.
Williston ranks #509 for hail days among the 1,399 U.S. cities of 25,000 to 100,000 people. See the ranking →
Recent hail near Williston
| Date | Hail size | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 3, 2026 | 1 in quarter | Williston 1 hail report · closest near the center of Williston |
| Jun 7, 2026 | 1.75 in golf ball | Williston 1 hail report · closest near the center of Williston |
| Jul 25, 2025 | 1.5 in ping pong ball | Sloulin Field Wil, Williston 4 hail reports · closest near the center of Williston |
| Jun 18, 2025 | 1 in quarter | Williston 1 hail report · closest 2 mi from Williston |
One row per day: the largest hail reported that day within 10 miles, the places and the number of reports.
Hail days near Williston by year
When hail season peaks near Williston
Of the 34 hail days since 2006, most fell in July (16) and June (10).
Largest hail storms near Williston
Jul 18, 2022 · 3 in (tea cup) · Williston (2 mi from Williston)
National Weather Service description (English): Large hail fell over the Williston area causing damage to roofs, siding, and vehicles.Jun 10, 2021 · 2.5 in (tennis ball) · Williston (3 mi from Williston)
National Weather Service description (English): This was the first of multiple rounds of hail to strike the Williston area the evening of June 10. With this round, hail up to the size of tennis balls fell over the Williston area. This caused damage to many roofs and vehicles, including damaging every police car in the city, and every vehicle parked in the Williams County facility lot. In addition, strong winds with this storm blew a roof off a truck and car wash.Jul 3, 2010 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Williston (1 mi from Williston)
Aug 1, 2010 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Williston (8 mi from Williston)
National Weather Service description (English): Windows were broken on the north side of a home, and car windshields were broken out.Jun 30, 2012 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Williston (1 mi from Williston)
Tornadoes within 10 miles of Williston
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 2021 | EF? | Williston 4 mi from Williston |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Williston
42 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Williston since 2006, on 30 days. The strongest measured gust was 93 mph on Jun 10, 2021.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 27, 2026 | 70 mph, estimated | Sloulin Field Wil 1 wind report |
| Jun 15, 2025 | 62 mph, measured | Sloulin Field Wil 1 wind report |
| Aug 30, 2023 | 60 mph, measured | Alexander 1 wind report |
| Aug 1, 2023 | 60 mph, estimated | Sloulin Field Wil 1 wind report |
| Jul 30, 2022 | 69 mph, measured | Sloulin Field Wil 1 wind report |
| Jul 8, 2021 | 61 mph, measured | Sloulin Field Wil 2 wind reports |
| Jun 10, 2021 | 93 mph, measured | Sloulin Field Wil 3 wind reports |
| Jul 7, 2020 | 81 mph, estimated | Alexander, Williston, Sloulin Field Wil 3 wind reports |
| Jul 5, 2020 | 81 mph, estimated | Sloulin Field Wil 2 wind reports |
| Jul 9, 2018 | 62 mph, measured | Sloulin Field Wil 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 Williston; 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 Williston.
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