Fall River Hail — Storm History & NOAA Data for Fall River, MA

Data current as of 2026-10-16 · Sourced from NOAA Storm Events

Over the past five years, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has recorded 20 hail storms within 25 miles of Fall River, MA. Of those, 15 produced hail at least quarter-size — the threshold most insurance carriers consider potentially damaging to asphalt shingles. The largest reported hail in this window was ping pong ball-sized, which can fracture shingle mat and dent metal flashing on contact. 2024 was the most active year on record locally, with 14 documented hail events.

Hail Severity Breakdown — Fall River Area (Last 5 Years)

Fall River Hail Storms by Year

2024 was the busiest hail year on record locally for Fall River, with 14 documented events inside the 25-mile radius. Storm activity in Fall River typically peaks in spring and early summer, when the jet stream pushes Gulf moisture into the area and supercell thunderstorms become more frequent.

Notable Recent Fall River Hail Storms

• August 26, 2024 — Significant hail (quarter-sized or larger) reported near WEST BARRINGTON. This storm met the quarter-size insurance damage threshold and is a candidate date when filing a claim for Fall River-area properties.
• August 26, 2024 — Significant hail (quarter-sized or larger) reported near APPONAUG. This storm met the quarter-size insurance damage threshold and is a candidate date when filing a claim for Fall River-area properties.
• August 26, 2024 — Significant hail (quarter-sized or larger) reported near NORTH BRISTOL. This storm met the quarter-size insurance damage threshold and is a candidate date when filing a claim for Fall River-area properties.
• August 26, 2024 — Significant hail (quarter-sized or larger) reported near ACUSHNET. This storm met the quarter-size insurance damage threshold and is a candidate date when filing a claim for Fall River-area properties.
• August 26, 2024 — Severe hail (ping pong ball-sized) reported near MARION. This storm met the quarter-size insurance damage threshold and is a candidate date when filing a claim for Fall River-area properties.

Recent Hail Events Near Fall River

Wind Storm History — Fall River Area (Last 5 Years)

NOAA has recorded 91 high-wind events within 25 miles of Fall River, MA in the past five years. Of those, 91 reached severe-thunderstorm thresholds (58+ mph). The highest measured gust was 100 mph.

Recent Wind Events Near Fall River

Frequently Asked Questions About Fall River Hail

When was the last major hail storm in Fall River, MA?

The most recent quarter-size-or-larger hail storm recorded by NOAA within 25 miles of Fall River was on August 26, 2024. HailCheck refreshes from the NOAA Storm Events database daily, so newer events appear here as they are reported.

How often does it hail in Fall River?

Fall River averages roughly 4 reported hail events per year within a 25-mile radius. Significant storms (quarter-size or larger) account for 15 of the 20 events recorded over the last five years.

How big does hail typically get in Fall River?

The largest documented hail near Fall River in the last five years was ping pong ball-sized. Most Fall River-area hail falls in the marble-to-quarter range, with destructive storms (egg-size or larger) appearing roughly once every few years.

Does my insurance cover hail damage in MA?

Most homeowners insurance policies in MA cover hail damage to roofs, siding, and gutters under the dwelling and other-structures coverage. Coverage typically requires the damage to be tied to a verifiable storm date — which is where the NOAA hail history above (and a HAAG-style test square validation) becomes important for the claim file.

How do I check hail history for a specific Fall River address?

Use the HailCheck address search to enter any street address in or near Fall River. HailCheck returns every NOAA hail event within a configurable radius, along with severity bands, dates, and storm narratives for Pro members.

What a HAAG-Style Test Square Validation Means in Fall River

If your property in or near Fall River took on hail during one of the storms above, the standard process for documenting damage is a 10×10 foot test square inspection. A HAAG-trained reviewer counts impact indicators — granule displacement, mat fractures, and bruising — within the marked square and produces a PASS or FAIL document for the claim file.

HailCheck offers a $99 photo-based HAAG-style test square validation. You submit photos from the field, our reviewer evaluates the impact indicators and cross-references the NOAA storm dates listed above, and a written PASS/FAIL determination is returned within one business day. We do not send anyone to the roof — the validation is built around the photos you submit.

Why Fall River's Location Matters for Hail

Fall River sits east of the traditional hail alley, where hail events are less frequent than the central plains but tend to be associated with strong squall lines and tropical systems. Local roof systems are less commonly hardened for hail, which can mean even moderate impacts produce claim-worthy damage.

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