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Hail history for Chimayo, NM
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Chimayo on 9 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 1.25 in (half dollar) on Jun 18, 2019. Hail is most common here in June and May.
Recent hail near Chimayo
No hail was reported within 10 miles of Chimayo in the last two years.
Hail days near Chimayo by year
When hail season peaks near Chimayo
Of the 9 hail days since 2006, most fell in June (2) and May (2).
Largest hail storms near Chimayo
Jun 18, 2019 · 1.25 in (half dollar) · Santa Cruz (7 mi from Chimayo)
May 28, 2008 · 1 in (quarter) · Espanola (7 mi from Chimayo)
Oct 19, 2015 · 1 in (quarter) · Espanola (9 mi from Chimayo)
May 15, 2016 · 1 in (quarter) · Cundiyo (0 mi from Chimayo)
Mar 22, 2019 · 1 in (quarter) · Ranchitos (7 mi from Chimayo)
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Chimayo
7 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Chimayo since 2006, on 7 days. The strongest measured gust was 59 mph on Jun 19, 2024.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 2026 | 58 mph, measured | Ohkay Owingeh Pueb 1 wind report |
| Jun 19, 2024 | 59 mph, measured | Espanola Muni Airport 1 wind report |
| May 21, 2018 | 60 mph, estimated | Espanola 1 wind report |
| Jul 19, 2010 | 64 mph, estimated | Espanola 1 wind report |
| May 28, 2008 | 60 mph, estimated | Sanctuario 1 wind report |
| Jun 27, 2007 | 70 mph, estimated | Espanola 1 wind report |
| Jun 4, 2007 | 70 mph, estimated | Alcalde 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 Chimayo; 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 Chimayo.
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