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Hail history for Oakdale, LA
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Oakdale on 12 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 2 in (hen egg) on Aug 26, 2009. Hail is most common here in May and March.
Recent hail near Oakdale
| Date | Hail size | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 15, 2026 | 1 in quarter | Oakdale Airport, Beaver 2 hail reports · closest 3 mi from Oakdale |
One row per day: the largest hail reported that day within 10 miles, the places and the number of reports.
Hail days near Oakdale by year
When hail season peaks near Oakdale
Of the 12 hail days since 2006, most fell in May (3) and March (3).
Largest hail storms near Oakdale
Aug 26, 2009 · 2 in (hen egg) · Elizabeth (9 mi from Oakdale)
National Weather Service description (English): Allen Parish Sheriff Office employee reported hail large than golf ball size in Elizabeth.May 5, 2006 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Oakdale (1 mi from Oakdale)
May 3, 2017 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Oakdale (0 mi from Oakdale)
National Weather Service description (English): A picture on social media indicated golf ball size hail in Oakdale.Apr 23, 2008 · 1 in (quarter) · Elizabeth (9 mi from Oakdale)
Jun 20, 2008 · 1 in (quarter) · Elizabeth (9 mi from Oakdale)
Tornadoes within 10 miles of Oakdale
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| May 17, 2020 | EF1 | Ward 6 mi from Oakdale |
| May 19, 2019 | EF1 | Ward 7 mi from Oakdale |
| Nov 1, 2018 | EF1 | Union Hill 8 mi from Oakdale |
| Nov 1, 2018 | EF2 | Oakdale 2 mi from Oakdale |
| Nov 1, 2018 | EF2 | Cypress Creek Setlmn 4 mi from Oakdale |
| Mar 29, 2017 | EF2 | Oakdale 2 mi from Oakdale |
| Oct 22, 2009 | EF0 | Ward 8 mi from Oakdale |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Oakdale
16 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Oakdale since 2006, on 15 days.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 14, 2026 | 58 mph, estimated | Oakdale 1 wind report |
| Jul 30, 2025 | 58 mph, estimated | Glenmora Airport 1 wind report |
| May 6, 2025 | 58 mph, estimated | Oakdale 2 wind reports |
| May 16, 2024 | 58 mph, estimated | Ward 1 wind report |
| Apr 9, 2020 | 58 mph, estimated | Oakdale 1 wind report |
| Apr 3, 2018 | 58 mph, estimated | Oakdale 1 wind report |
| Apr 30, 2017 | 96 mph, estimated | Oakdale 1 wind report |
| Jan 2, 2017 | 58 mph, estimated | Elizabeth 1 wind report |
| Jul 20, 2012 | 58 mph, estimated | Oakdale 1 wind report |
| Feb 1, 2012 | 58 mph, estimated | Beaver 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 Oakdale; 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 Oakdale.
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