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Hail history for Elwood, IN
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Elwood on 18 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 1.75 in (golf ball) on Jun 8, 2018. Hail is most common here in June and May.
Recent hail near Elwood
| Date | Hail size | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 5, 2026 | 0.25 in pea | Windfall 1 hail report · closest 8 mi from Elwood |
| Aug 13, 2026 | 1 in quarter | Rigdon 1 hail report · closest 9 mi from Elwood |
| Mar 22, 2026 | 1 in quarter | Rigdon, Hackleman 2 hail reports · closest 9 mi from Elwood |
| Jun 18, 2025 | 1.5 in ping pong ball | Alexandria 2 hail reports · closest 9 mi from Elwood |
One row per day: the largest hail reported that day within 10 miles, the places and the number of reports.
Hail days near Elwood by year
When hail season peaks near Elwood
Of the 18 hail days since 2006, most fell in June (7) and May (3).
Largest hail storms near Elwood
Jun 19, 2006 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Atlanta (5 mi from Elwood)
May 10, 2011 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Perkinsville (7 mi from Elwood)
National Weather Service description (English): Hail, half dollar to golf ball sized, was reported with this storm.Jun 8, 2018 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Elwood (1 mi from Elwood)
National Weather Service description (English): The golf ball sized hail stones badly dented cars and punctured four holes in an awning. This report was received via Twitter.Jun 18, 2025 · 1.5 in (ping pong ball) · Alexandria (9 mi from Elwood)
Jun 10, 2011 · 1 in (quarter) · Gimco City (9 mi from Elwood)
Tornadoes within 10 miles of Elwood
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 29, 2024 | EF0 | Walnut Grove 10 mi from Elwood |
| Jul 29, 2024 | EF2 | Perkinsville 10 mi from Elwood |
| Nov 17, 2013 | EF1 | New Lancaster 10 mi from Elwood |
| Apr 11, 2007 | EF2 | Arcadia 10 mi from Elwood |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Elwood
74 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Elwood since 2006, on 55 days. The strongest measured gust was 72 mph on Mar 31, 2023.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 5, 2026 | damage reported | Windfall 1 wind report |
| Aug 19, 2026 | damage reported | Alexandria 1 wind report |
| Aug 14, 2026 | damage reported | Alexandria 1 wind report |
| Aug 11, 2026 | 55 mph, measured | Alexandria 1 wind report |
| Jul 27, 2026 | damage reported | Alexandria 1 wind report |
| Jul 3, 2026 | 60 mph, estimated | Alexandria 1 wind report |
| Mar 15, 2026 | 60 mph, estimated | Alexandria 1 wind report |
| Jun 18, 2025 | 63 mph, estimated | Perkinsville, Windfall 2 wind reports |
| May 16, 2025 | 83 mph, estimated | Frankton, Gimco City 3 wind reports |
| Mar 19, 2025 | 58 mph, estimated | Aladdin 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 Elwood; 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 Elwood.
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