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Hail history for Galion, OH
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Galion on 29 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 1.75 in (golf ball) on Jun 29, 2012. Hail is most common here in June and March.
Recent hail near Galion
| Date | Hail size | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 26, 2026 | 1.5 in ping pong ball | Williamsport, Iberia, St James 3 hail reports · closest 5 mi from Galion |
| Mar 22, 2026 | 1 in quarter | Port Bucyrus Airport, Middletown, Crestline 4 hail reports · closest 2 mi from Galion |
One row per day: the largest hail reported that day within 10 miles, the places and the number of reports.
Hail days near Galion by year
When hail season peaks near Galion
Of the 29 hail days since 2006, most fell in June (11) and March (4).
Largest hail storms near Galion
Jun 9, 2011 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Ontario (8 mi from Galion)
National Weather Service description (English): A supercell thunderstorm produced golf ball size hail. Numerous vehicles and homes sustained damage from the large hail.Jun 29, 2012 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Steam Corners (9 mi from Galion)
Mar 26, 2026 · 1.5 in (ping pong ball) · Williamsport (10 mi from Galion)
Mar 19, 2012 · 1.25 in (half dollar) · Crestline (4 mi from Galion)
Apr 14, 2006 · 1 in (quarter) · Ontario (8 mi from Galion)
Tornadoes within 10 miles of Galion
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 29, 2023 | EF1 | North Robinson 8 mi from Galion |
| Jun 13, 2022 | EF1 | Williamsport 10 mi from Galion |
| Jun 5, 2019 | EF0 | Galion 1 mi from Galion |
| Apr 14, 2019 | EF2 | Vernon Jct 9 mi from Galion |
| Nov 5, 2017 | EF2 | Galion 1 mi from Galion |
| Sep 4, 2017 | EF2 | North Robinson 6 mi from Galion |
| Sep 4, 2017 | EF2 | Crestline 6 mi from Galion |
| Aug 20, 2007 | EF1 | Shauck 9 mi from Galion |
| Aug 20, 2007 | EF1 | Kings Corners 9 mi from Galion |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Galion
65 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Galion since 2006, on 47 days. The strongest measured gust was 67 mph on Oct 26, 2010.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 3, 2026 | damage reported | Galion 1 wind report |
| Aug 10, 2026 | damage reported | Tiro 1 wind report |
| Mar 26, 2026 | 70 mph, estimated | West Pt 1 wind report |
| Jun 18, 2025 | 69 mph, estimated | St James, Galion 2 wind reports |
| May 22, 2024 | 75 mph, estimated | North Robinson, West Liberty 3 wind reports |
| Aug 12, 2023 | 63 mph, estimated | Galion 1 wind report |
| Jul 29, 2023 | 63 mph, estimated | Bucyrus 1 wind report |
| Jun 13, 2022 | 63 mph, estimated | Crestline 1 wind report |
| Jun 1, 2022 | 63 mph, estimated | Steam Corners 1 wind report |
| Aug 11, 2021 | 63 mph, estimated | Steam Corners 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 Galion; 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 Galion.
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