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Hail history for Lubbock, TX
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Lubbock on 75 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 4.5 in (softball) on Jun 23, 2023. Hail is most common here in May and June.
Lubbock ranks #34 for hail days among the 311 U.S. cities of 100,000 or more people. See the ranking →
Recent hail near Lubbock
| Date | Hail size | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 15, 2026 | 1 in quarter | Reese Center 1 hail report · closest 5 mi from Lubbock |
| Aug 13, 2026 | 0.5 in marble | Wolfforth 1 hail report · closest 6 mi from Lubbock |
| Jun 25, 2026 | 1 in quarter | Reese Vlg 1 hail report · closest 6 mi from Lubbock |
| Jun 23, 2026 | 0.75 in penny | Wolfforth 1 hail report · closest 8 mi from Lubbock |
| Jun 8, 2026 | 1 in quarter | Reese Vlg 1 hail report · closest 7 mi from Lubbock |
| May 22, 2026 | 1 in quarter | Lubbock Intl. Airport 1 hail report · closest 6 mi from Lubbock |
| Jun 17, 2025 | 1.25 in half dollar | Wolfforth 1 hail report · closest 9 mi from Lubbock |
| Jun 9, 2025 | 0.75 in penny | Lubbock 1 hail report · closest 3 mi from Lubbock |
| Jun 8, 2025 | 1 in quarter | Lubbock 1 hail report · closest 2 mi from Lubbock |
| Jun 6, 2025 | 2 in hen egg | Lubbock, Reese Vlg 3 hail reports · closest 3 mi from Lubbock |
| Jun 5, 2025 | 2.5 in tennis ball | Carlisle 1 hail report · closest 7 mi from Lubbock |
| May 25, 2025 | 0.88 in nickel | Posey, Lubbock 2 hail reports · closest 2 mi from Lubbock |
| Apr 27, 2025 | 1.5 in ping pong ball | Lubbock Airpark 2 hail reports · closest 7 mi from Lubbock |
One row per day: the largest hail reported that day within 10 miles, the places and the number of reports.
Hail days near Lubbock by year
When hail season peaks near Lubbock
Of the 75 hail days since 2006, most fell in May (32) and June (21).
Largest hail storms near Lubbock
May 8, 2015 · 4.5 in (softball) · Woodrow (9 mi from Lubbock)
National Weather Service description (English): A supercell storm erupted near Ropesville in extreme instability and went on to produce a significant hail swath across south-central and southeast Lubbock County where giant hail to softball size occurred in Slaton. Damage to homes, businesses, vehicles, and wheat crops was common from two miles east of Woodrow to Ransom Canyon. In addition to the hail, strong rear flank downdraft winds picked up gravel in Slaton and blew out dozens of windows in cars and buildings. Combined damage estimates would likely reach $300M.Jun 23, 2023 · 4.5 in (softball) · Wolfforth (10 mi from Lubbock)
National Weather Service description (English): A large swath of giant hail occurred over an extensive portion of the city of Lubbock causing widespread damage to roofs and vehicles. The largest hailstone observed was 4.50 inches in diameter.May 19, 2018 · 3 in (tea cup) · Slide (8 mi from Lubbock)
National Weather Service description (English): A pair of nearly stationary supercell storms inflicted heavy tolls on thousands of residents across South Lubbock. The largest hail from tennis ball to just over baseball size occurred along a swath from near Quaker Avenue and 130th Street to Slide Avenue and 122nd Street. On both sides of this line and extending outwards for a few miles, hail from quarter size to golf ball size was common. With very little storm movement, large hail fell for up to 15 minutes at some locations causing even greater damage. In Lubbock's Vintage Township alone, it was estimated that every home would require a new roof. Preliminary insurance data indicated approximately 4000 auto claims were filed, with an estimMay 20, 2020 · 3 in (tea cup) · Woodrow (7 mi from Lubbock)
National Weather Service description (English): A thunderstorm developed along an outflow boundary in Lynn County and rapidly grew into a severe supercell thunderstorm as it moved northward toward the city of Lubbock. This storm quickly began to rotate anticyclonically as it moved into the southern portion of Lubbock County. As the storm entered the southern portion of the city of Lubbock numerous reports were initially received of hail up to baseball size. The largest hail stone reported was three inches in diameter. The storm continued to move northward through the central part of the city producing hail up to tennis ball size. The swath of giant hail ended around Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport at 1819 CST. While this initiMay 6, 2008 · 2.75 in (baseball) · Lubbock (3 mi from Lubbock)
National Weather Service description (English): Local broadcast media meteorologists reported baseball size hail near the intersection of South Loop 289 and U.S. Highway 87 in south Lubbock. Some vehicles were reportedly damaged.Tornadoes within 10 miles of Lubbock
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2, 2018 | EF? | Lubbock Airpark 8 mi from Lubbock |
| Aug 1, 2013 | EF0 | Lubbock Intl. Airport 6 mi from Lubbock |
| Aug 1, 2013 | EF0 | Lubbock Intl. Airport 7 mi from Lubbock |
| Apr 30, 2013 | EF0 | Woodrow 9 mi from Lubbock |
| Aug 25, 2011 | EF0 | Wolfforth 8 mi from Lubbock |
| Aug 26, 2009 | EF0 | Lubbock 3 mi from Lubbock |
| May 14, 2008 | EF0 | Lubbock 3 mi from Lubbock |
| Dec 27, 2007 | EF0 | Broadview 6 mi from Lubbock |
| Apr 17, 2007 | EF0 | Lubbock 2 mi from Lubbock |
| Apr 17, 2007 | EF0 | Lubbock Intl. Airport 7 mi from Lubbock |
| Mar 25, 2007 | EF0 | Lubbock 6 mi from Lubbock |
| Mar 25, 2007 | EF0 | Lubbock 7 mi from Lubbock |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Lubbock
98 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Lubbock since 2006, on 87 days. The strongest measured gust was 79 mph on Jun 15, 2016.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 15, 2026 | 64 mph, measured | Lubbock, Lubbock Int. Airpo 4 wind reports |
| Aug 22, 2026 | damage reported | Wolfforth 1 wind report |
| Jul 18, 2026 | 65 mph, measured | Lubbock 1 wind report |
| Jun 23, 2026 | 71 mph, measured | Lubbock Intl. Airport 1 wind report |
| May 15, 2026 | 69 mph, measured | Lubbock Intl. Airport 1 wind report |
| May 14, 2026 | 64 mph, estimated | Woodrow 1 wind report |
| Mar 30, 2026 | 67 mph, measured | Lubbock Intl. Airport 1 wind report |
| Nov 20, 2025 | 67 mph, measured | Lubbock Intl. Airport 1 wind report |
| Aug 17, 2025 | 77 mph, measured | Woodrow 1 wind report |
| Aug 11, 2025 | 59 mph, measured | Lubbock Intl. Airport 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 Lubbock; 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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33 hail days - Littlefield
27 hail days - Brownfield
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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 Lubbock.
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