Florence Hail — Storm History & NOAA Data for Florence, AL

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 44 hail storms within 25 miles of Florence, AL. Of those, 38 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 baseball-sized or larger, which can fracture shingle mat and dent metal flashing on contact. 2026 was the most active year on record locally, with 14 documented hail events.

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Hail Severity Breakdown — Florence Area (Last 5 Years)

Severity	Count	What it means for roofs
Catastrophic	3 events	Baseball+ size, structural roof damage likely
Destructive	3 events	Egg-size, expect mat fractures and gutter damage
Severe	12 events	Ping pong-size, granule loss and bruising common
Significant	20 events	Quarter-size, the standard insurance damage threshold
Moderate	6 events	Marble-size, possible cosmetic damage

Florence Hail Storms by Year

Year	Reported Hail Events Within 25 mi
2026	14 events
2025	11 events
2024	3 events
2023	11 events
2022	5 events

2026 was the busiest hail year on record locally for Florence, with 14 documented events inside the 25-mile radius. Storm activity in Florence 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 Florence Hail Storms

March 16, 2026 — Significant hail (quarter-sized or larger) reported near 1 E St. Joseph. This storm met the quarter-size insurance damage threshold and is a candidate date when filing a claim for Florence-area properties.
March 15, 2026 — Significant hail (quarter-sized or larger) reported near ST JOSEPH. This storm met the quarter-size insurance damage threshold and is a candidate date when filing a claim for Florence-area properties.
February 26, 2026 — Significant hail (quarter-sized or larger) reported near NEWBURG. This storm met the quarter-size insurance damage threshold and is a candidate date when filing a claim for Florence-area properties.
February 26, 2026 — Severe hail (ping pong ball-sized) reported near MYNOT. This storm met the quarter-size insurance damage threshold and is a candidate date when filing a claim for Florence-area properties.
February 26, 2026 — Destructive hail (egg-sized) reported near CROOKED OAK. This storm met the quarter-size insurance damage threshold and is a candidate date when filing a claim for Florence-area properties.

Recent Hail Events Near Florence

Date	Location	Severity	Size	NOAA Comments
2026-03-16	1 E St. Joseph, TN	Significant	1.00"	Quarter size hail at Fairview Road near St. Joseph.
2026-03-15	ST JOSEPH, TN	Significant	1.00"	Estimated quarter size hail at Fairview Road in St. Joseph.
2026-02-26	NEWBURG, AL	Significant	1.25"	Half dollar sized hail was reported via mPING.
2026-02-26	MYNOT, AL	Severe	1.75"	Golf ball sized hail was estimated by a photo.
2026-02-26	CROOKED OAK, AL	Destructive	2.00"	Up to 2 inch diameter hail was measured on Wagon Mountain Road.
2026-02-26	REEDTOWN, AL	Significant	1.25"	Half dollar sized hail was reported.
2026-02-26	RUSSELLVILLE, AL	Severe	1.50"	Ping pong ball sized hail was reported in in the north side of Russellville.
2026-02-26	FRANKFORT, AL	Severe	1.75"	Golf ball sized hail was estimated from a photo on social media.
2026-02-26	HOLLOWAY, AL	Moderate	0.75"	Dime sized hail was reported via mPING.
2026-02-26	GREEN HILL, AL	Significant	1.00"	Quarter sized hail was estimated from a video at 5841 CR 25 in the Green Hill area. Time estimated by radar.
2026-02-26	FRANKFORT, AL	Significant	1.25"	Half dollar sized hail was estimated from a photo on social media in Frankfort.
2026-02-26	CROOKED OAK, AL	Significant	1.00"	One inch diameter hail was reported.
2026-02-26	HOLLOWAY, AL	Significant	1.00"	Quarter sized hail was reported.
2026-02-26	ANDERSON, AL	Significant	1.25"	Half dollar sized hail was reported.
2025-05-20	WOODLAWN, AL	Moderate	0.75"	Hail up to 3/4 inch in diameter was reported via mPING.
2025-05-20	JACKSONBURG, AL	Severe	1.50"	A social media report indicated 1.5 inch diameter hail on Helton Drive in Florence.
2025-05-20	MARS HILL, AL	Moderate	0.75"	Hail with a diameter of up to 3/4 inch was reported via mPING.
2025-05-20	NORTH FLORENCE, AL	Significant	1.00"	Quarter sized hail was reported at Florence High School.
2025-05-20	CHEROKEE, AL	Severe	1.75"	The American Red Cross reported golf ball sized hail in Cherokee.
2025-05-20	RED BANK, AL	Destructive	2.75"	Baseball sized hail was reported in Freeman Acres.

Wind Storm History — Florence Area (Last 5 Years)

NOAA has recorded 500 high-wind events within 25 miles of Florence, AL in the past five years. Of those, 478 reached severe-thunderstorm thresholds (58+ mph). The highest measured gust was 94 mph.

Severity	Count
Severe	33 events
Significant	445 events
Moderate	22 events

Recent Wind Events Near Florence

Date	Location	Gust (mph)	Severity	NOAA Comments
2026-08-21	4 SE Loretto, TN	47	Significant	EMA reports a 47 MPH wind gust near Liberty Grove.
2026-06-14	ST JOSEPH, TN	60	Significant	Severe thunderstorm winds downed a large tree on Bluff Road in St. Joseph. Damages are a rough estimate.
2026-05-31	BLACKBURN, AL	64	Severe	Multiple trees own along CR 24 near St. Florian near the railroad tracks.
2026-05-31	EAST FLORENCE, AL	63	Significant	A 63 mph gust was reported at the tower at the Renaissance Shoals Resort.
2026-05-31	2 ESE Florence, AL	63	Significant	63 MPH Gust reported at the tower at the Renaissance Shoals Resort.
2026-05-31	ST FLORIAN, AL	64	Severe	Trees/phone lines and a power pole were knocked down at intersection of CR 47 and CR 61. Time was estimated from radar.
2026-05-31	THREET, AL	49	Significant	A tree was reported down over the road near 2460 CR 261. Time was estimated from radar.
2026-05-31	HOLLOWAY, AL	55	Significant	A tree was reported down at 200 CR 37. Time was estimated from radar.
2026-05-31	ROGERSVILLE, AL	49	Significant	A tree and a powerline were reported down at the intersection of Rose Street and CR 26. Time was estimated from radar.
2026-05-31	WHEELER LAKE SOUTH, AL	49	Significant	A tree was reported down blocking both lanes at the intersection of CR 91 and CR 631. Time was estimated from radar.
2026-05-31	THORTONTOWN, AL	55	Significant	Two trees were down where Felker Drive intersects highway 72. Time was estimated from radar.
2026-05-31	OLIVER, AL	49	Significant	A tree was reported down on CR 165 near 18275 highway 72. Time was estimated from radar.
2026-05-25	JACKSONBURG, AL	45	Moderate	A tree was reported down near the intersection of Aubrey Drive and Wayne Street.
2026-05-25	CENTRAL HGTS, AL	45	Moderate	A tree was reported down near the intersection of CR 200 and CR 234.
2026-05-24	GRAVELLY SPGS, AL	45	Moderate	A tree was reported down nea rthe intersection of CR 87 and CR 166.
2026-05-24	THREET, AL	45	Moderate	A tree was reported down near highway 157 and CR 10.
2026-05-22	HOLLOWAY, AL	49	Significant	A tree was knocked down on CR 73 blocking both lanes.
2026-05-20	BLACKBURN, AL	49	Significant	A tree was reported down at the intersection of CR 27 and Spring Cove Road.
2026-04-29	BELGREEN, AL	49	Significant	A tree was knocked down on Highway 524 in the Belgreen community.
2026-04-29	2 SSW Florence, AL	37	Moderate	The Hazcams station measured a wind gust of 37 mph at the University of North Alabama station.

Frequently Asked Questions About Florence Hail

When was the last major hail storm in Florence, AL?

The most recent quarter-size-or-larger hail storm recorded by NOAA within 25 miles of Florence was on March 16, 2026. HailCheck refreshes from the NOAA Storm Events database daily, so newer events appear here as they are reported.

How often does it hail in Florence?

Florence averages roughly 9 reported hail events per year within a 25-mile radius. Significant storms (quarter-size or larger) account for 38 of the 44 events recorded over the last five years.

How big does hail typically get in Florence?

The largest documented hail near Florence in the last five years was baseball-sized or larger. Most Florence-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 AL?

Most homeowners insurance policies in AL 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 Florence address?

Use the HailCheck address search to enter any street address in or near Florence. 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 Florence

If your property in or near Florence 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.

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Why Florence's Location Matters for Hail

Florence 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.