Hail HistoryHail history for Benewah County, ID
11 hail reports in Benewah County since 2006 on 9 days. The largest stones measured 1.75 in (golf ball) on Jul 2, 2012.
Recent hail in Benewah County
No hail was reported in Benewah County in the last two years.
Hail days in Benewah County by year
When hail season peaks in Benewah County
Damaging thunderstorm winds in Benewah County
8 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind in Benewah County since 2006, on 8 days. The strongest measured gust was 51 mph on Sep 25, 2024.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 25, 2024 | 51 mph, measured | Alder Creek 1 wind report |
| Aug 10, 2019 | 60 mph, estimated | St Maries 1 wind report |
| Jul 5, 2019 | 60 mph, estimated | Sanders 1 wind report |
| Apr 7, 2017 | 60 mph, estimated | St Maries 1 wind report |
| Jun 8, 2016 | 60 mph, estimated | Santa 1 wind report |
| Aug 12, 2014 | 60 mph, estimated | Sanders 1 wind report |
| Mar 14, 2014 | 55 mph, estimated | St Maries 1 wind report |
| Dec 29, 2011 | 58 mph, estimated | St Maries 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 Benewah County; 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.
Data: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database (final records through Jun 30, 2026) and National Weather Service Local Storm Reports (preliminary, since then).