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Hail history for Portland, NY
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Portland on 6 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 1.75 in (golf ball) on Apr 14, 2019. Hail is most common here in July and August.
Recent hail near Portland
No hail was reported within 10 miles of Portland in the last two years.
Hail days near Portland by year
When hail season peaks near Portland
Of the 6 hail days since 2006, most fell in July (2) and August (2).
Largest hail storms near Portland
Apr 14, 2019 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Westfield (7 mi from Portland)
Aug 15, 2019 · 1.25 in (half dollar) · Mayville (9 mi from Portland)
Jul 15, 2024 · 1.25 in (half dollar) · Portland (1 mi from Portland)
May 10, 2013 · 1 in (quarter) · Westfield (7 mi from Portland)
Jul 22, 2008 · 0.75 in (penny) · Westfield (7 mi from Portland)
Tornadoes within 10 miles of Portland
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2020 | EF1 | West Portland 4 mi from Portland |
| Nov 14, 2011 | EF2 | Westfield 8 mi from Portland |
| Nov 14, 2011 | EF2 | Van Buren Pt 5 mi from Portland |
| Jul 24, 2010 | EF2 | Westfield 8 mi from Portland |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Portland
73 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Portland since 2006, on 48 days. The strongest measured gust was 71 mph on Jan 17, 2012.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 2026 | damage reported | Mayville 1 wind report |
| Jun 10, 2026 | 58 mph, estimated | Westfield 1 wind report |
| Mar 31, 2026 | 61 mph, measured | Lamberton, Fredonia 2 wind reports |
| Aug 17, 2025 | 58 mph, estimated | Forsyth 1 wind report |
| May 16, 2025 | 58 mph, estimated | Hawthorne Park 1 wind report |
| Aug 17, 2024 | 59 mph, estimated | Stockton 1 wind report |
| Jul 24, 2024 | 59 mph, estimated | Mayville Dart Field Airport 1 wind report |
| May 22, 2024 | 59 mph, estimated | Fredonia 1 wind report |
| Jul 26, 2023 | 59 mph, estimated | Forest Park 1 wind report |
| Jul 20, 2023 | 59 mph, estimated | Westfield, Hartfield, Brocton 8 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 Portland; 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
- Westfield
7 hail days - Fredonia
8 hail days - Dunkirk
7 hail days - Lakewood
17 hail days - North East
8 hail days - Jamestown
16 hail days - Northwest Harborcreek
17 hail days - Corry
18 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 Portland.
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