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Hail history for Sinking Spring, PA
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Sinking Spring on 29 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 2.5 in (tennis ball) on May 22, 2014. Hail is most common here in July and May.
Recent hail near Sinking Spring
No hail was reported within 10 miles of Sinking Spring in the last two years.
Hail days near Sinking Spring by year
When hail season peaks near Sinking Spring
Of the 29 hail days since 2006, most fell in July (8) and May (8).
Largest hail storms near Sinking Spring
May 22, 2014 · 2.5 in (tennis ball) · Wyomissing Hills (2 mi from Sinking Spring)
National Weather Service description (English): A severe thunderstorm dropped hail as large as tennis balls in Wyomissing. Not only did it damage vehicles, but it also shattered several skylights at the Berkshire Mall. Among the damaged vehicles were two police department cars that were no longer usable. No serious injuries were reported.Jun 10, 2008 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Blandon (10 mi from Sinking Spring)
National Weather Service description (English): Very large hail fell along the U.S. Route 222 corridor from Blandon northeast through Kutztown. Hail as large as golf balls was reported and damaged some vehicles. Quarter size hail was specifically reported from Fleetwood.May 28, 2019 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Wyomissing Hills (3 mi from Sinking Spring)
Jul 9, 2006 · 1.25 in (half dollar) · Denver (9 mi from Sinking Spring)
May 19, 2019 · 1.25 in (half dollar) · Denver (9 mi from Sinking Spring)
Tornadoes within 10 miles of Sinking Spring
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| May 4, 2025 | EF0 | Reinholds 8 mi from Sinking Spring |
| May 4, 2025 | EF? | Mt Pleasant 7 mi from Sinking Spring |
| Apr 22, 2023 | EF1 | Womelsdorf Station 10 mi from Sinking Spring |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Sinking Spring
346 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Sinking Spring since 2006, on 135 days. The strongest measured gust was 83 mph on Jun 3, 2020.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2026 | damage reported | Robeson Twp, Shillington, Kenhorst 3 wind reports |
| Aug 20, 2026 | damage reported | New Morgan, Kenhorst 2 wind reports |
| Aug 17, 2026 | 53 mph, measured | Reading Regional Airpor, Mohrsville, Wyomissing 3 wind reports |
| Jul 28, 2026 | damage reported | Laureldale 1 wind report |
| Jul 5, 2026 | damage reported | North Heidelberg T 1 wind report |
| Jul 4, 2026 | damage reported | Shillington, Mohnton, Robeson Twp 6 wind reports |
| Jun 11, 2026 | 58 mph, estimated | Charming Forge, Dauberville 2 wind reports |
| Jun 6, 2026 | 58 mph, estimated | Vinemont, Mt Penn 2 wind reports |
| May 20, 2026 | 63 mph, estimated | Angelica 2 wind reports |
| Mar 16, 2026 | 68 mph, measured | Spaatz Field Read, Sinking Spg 2 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 Sinking Spring; 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 Sinking Spring.
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