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Hail history for Waldorf, MD
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Waldorf on 18 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 2.75 in (baseball) on May 2, 2016. Hail is most common here in May and June.
Waldorf ranks #901 for hail days among the 1,399 U.S. cities of 25,000 to 100,000 people. See the ranking →
Recent hail near Waldorf
| Date | Hail size | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 14, 2026 | 1.25 in half dollar | Pisgah 1 hail report · closest 9 mi from Waldorf |
One row per day: the largest hail reported that day within 10 miles, the places and the number of reports.
Hail days near Waldorf by year
When hail season peaks near Waldorf
Of the 18 hail days since 2006, most fell in May (7) and June (6).
Largest hail storms near Waldorf
May 2, 2016 · 2.75 in (baseball) · St Charles (1 mi from Waldorf)
May 14, 2010 · 2 in (hen egg) · Waldorf (0 mi from Waldorf)
National Weather Service description (English): Hail two inches in diameter was reported near St. Charles.Jun 21, 2016 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · St Charles (1 mi from Waldorf)
Jun 17, 2019 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Accokeek (7 mi from Waldorf)
National Weather Service description (English): Hail up to the size of golf balls (1.75 in diameter) was reported.May 31, 2008 · 1.25 in (half dollar) · Cheltenham (10 mi from Waldorf)
Tornadoes within 10 miles of Waldorf
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 25, 2017 | EF1 | La Plata 5 mi from Waldorf |
| Jul 1, 2013 | EF0 | Crestview Manor 6 mi from Waldorf |
| Apr 27, 2011 | EF0 | Friendly Pg Arpk Airport 8 mi from Waldorf |
| Apr 5, 2011 | EF0 | Mattawoman 3 mi from Waldorf |
| Dec 1, 2010 | EF0 | Berry 1 mi from Waldorf |
| May 9, 2008 | EF0 | Clinton Hyde Field Airport 10 mi from Waldorf |
| Apr 20, 2008 | EF0 | Beantown 4 mi from Waldorf |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Waldorf
208 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Waldorf since 2006, on 109 days. The strongest measured gust was 72 mph on Mar 5, 2008.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 2026 | damage reported | Brandywine, Friendly, Clinton 3 wind reports |
| Jul 21, 2026 | damage reported | Tantallon, Brandywine, Clinton 3 wind reports |
| Jun 22, 2026 | 70 mph, estimated | Port Tobacco, Mattawoman, St Charles 8 wind reports |
| Jun 14, 2026 | 64 mph, estimated | Pomfret 1 wind report |
| Mar 16, 2026 | 60 mph, estimated | Pisgah 1 wind report |
| Jul 27, 2025 | 64 mph, estimated | Friendly, Berry 2 wind reports |
| Jul 9, 2025 | 60 mph, estimated | Pomfret 1 wind report |
| Jun 19, 2025 | 60 mph, estimated | Marshall Hall 1 wind report |
| May 16, 2025 | 64 mph, estimated | Waynewood, Surrats Gardens 2 wind reports |
| Jul 31, 2024 | 70 mph, estimated | Clinton, Brandywine 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 Waldorf; 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 Waldorf.
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