Hail HistoryHail history for Poquoson, VA
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Poquoson on 17 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 1.75 in (golf ball) on Mar 18, 2021. Hail is most common here in June and May.
Recent hail near Poquoson
| Date | Hail size | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 2026 | 1 in quarter | Poquoson 1 hail report · closest 4 mi from Poquoson |
| Jun 23, 2026 | 1 in quarter | Oyster Pt 2 hail reports · closest 8 mi from Poquoson |
| Jun 14, 2026 | 1.25 in half dollar | Hampton 1 hail report · closest 4 mi from Poquoson |
One row per day: the largest hail reported that day within 10 miles, the places and the number of reports.
Hail days near Poquoson by year
When hail season peaks near Poquoson
Of the 17 hail days since 2006, most fell in June (6) and May (4).
Largest hail storms near Poquoson
Jun 29, 2006 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Hampton (7 mi from Poquoson)
National Weather Service description (English): Several reports of nickel to golf ball size hail in the Holiday Park section.May 20, 2008 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Fort Monroe (6 mi from Poquoson)
National Weather Service description (English): Golfball size hail was reported in Hampton.Feb 25, 2017 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Fort Monroe (6 mi from Poquoson)
National Weather Service description (English): Golf ball size hail was reported. Hail was covering the ground at Hampton Holiday Park.Mar 18, 2021 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Hampton (5 mi from Poquoson)
Sep 8, 2021 · 1.25 in (half dollar) · Dandy (6 mi from Poquoson)
Tornadoes within 10 miles of Poquoson
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 11, 2014 | EF0 | Hampton 4 mi from Poquoson |
| Jun 1, 2012 | EF1 | Hampton 8 mi from Poquoson |
| Aug 11, 2006 | F0 | Hampton 7 mi from Poquoson |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Poquoson
128 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Poquoson since 2006, on 70 days. The strongest measured gust was 75 mph on Jan 31, 2013.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 14, 2026 | damage reported | Oriana, Newport News 2 wind reports |
| Aug 10, 2026 | damage reported | Grafton, Dare, Poquoson 5 wind reports |
| Jun 23, 2026 | 58 mph, estimated | Harris Grove, Tabb 3 wind reports |
| Jun 22, 2026 | 58 mph, estimated | Hampton 2 wind reports |
| Jun 14, 2026 | 71 mph, measured | Hampton, Poquoson, Newport News 5 wind reports |
| Apr 5, 2026 | 58 mph, estimated | North Newport News 1 wind report |
| Mar 16, 2026 | 61 mph, measured | Patrick Henry Field, Hampton, Poquoson 4 wind reports |
| Jul 31, 2025 | 58 mph, estimated | Patrick Henry Field 1 wind report |
| Jul 18, 2025 | 58 mph, measured | Poquoson 1 wind report |
| Jun 19, 2025 | 58 mph, estimated | Harris Grove, Tabb 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 Poquoson; 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 Poquoson.
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