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Hail history for Sparks, TX
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Sparks on 18 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 1.75 in (golf ball) on Nov 4, 2016. Hail is most common here in September and May.
Recent hail near Sparks
No hail was reported within 10 miles of Sparks in the last two years.
Hail days near Sparks by year
When hail season peaks near Sparks
Of the 18 hail days since 2006, most fell in September (4) and May (4).
Largest hail storms near Sparks
May 8, 2007 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · El Paso Intl. Airport (2 mi from Sparks)
National Weather Service description (English): Several reports were received of golf ball size hail in Horizon City.Aug 20, 2008 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · El Paso Intl. Airport (8 mi from Sparks)
National Weather Service description (English): Wind-driven golfball size hail damaged many vehicles at auto dealerships and broke windows at residences.Sep 16, 2009 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Socorro (5 mi from Sparks)
National Weather Service description (English): Far east El Paso was hardest hit by this second supercell, with extensive golfball to possibly tennis ball size hail falling for 20 minutes. Thousands of automobiles were damaged, with several dealerships suffering much loss. Skylights were destroyed, roofs damaged and windows broken on thousands of buildings. Several injuries were reported from hailstones as well.Apr 12, 2010 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Socorro (3 mi from Sparks)
National Weather Service description (English): Golf ball size hail was reported in Horizon City by the Department of Public Safety.Sep 15, 2010 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Socorro (5 mi from Sparks)
National Weather Service description (English): Hail up to golf ball size was reported at the intersection of Interstate 10 and George Dieter.Tornadoes within 10 miles of Sparks
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 22, 2019 | EF0 | Clint 6 mi from Sparks |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Sparks
13 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Sparks since 2006, on 12 days. The strongest measured gust was 60 mph on Aug 17, 2011.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 6, 2026 | damage reported | Montana Vista 2 wind reports |
| Aug 1, 2026 | damage reported | Socorro 1 wind report |
| Jul 5, 2024 | 60 mph, estimated | El Paso 1 wind report |
| Jun 19, 2024 | 69 mph, estimated | Socorro 1 wind report |
| Jul 15, 2016 | 60 mph, estimated | El Paso Intl. Airport 1 wind report |
| Jun 27, 2015 | 60 mph, estimated | El Paso Intl. Airport 1 wind report |
| Jun 2, 2013 | 60 mph, estimated | San Elizario 1 wind report |
| Aug 17, 2011 | 60 mph, measured | El Paso Intl. Airport 1 wind report |
| Jul 16, 2010 | 60 mph, estimated | El Paso 1 wind report |
| Jul 22, 2009 | 64 mph, estimated | Socorro 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 Sparks; 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
- Horizon City
17 hail days - Socorro Mission Number 1 Colonia
16 hail days - Socorro
19 hail days - San Elizario
12 hail days - El Paso
24 hail days - Sunland Park
23 hail days - Chaparral
9 hail days - Anthony
12 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 Sparks.
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