Greenfield Hail — Storm History & NOAA Data for Greenfield, IN

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 67 hail storms within 25 miles of Greenfield, IN. 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 egg-sized, which can fracture shingle mat and dent metal flashing on contact. 2026 was the most active year on record locally, with 30 documented hail events.

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Hail Severity Breakdown — Greenfield Area (Last 5 Years)

SeverityCountWhat it means for roofs
Destructive2 eventsEgg-size, expect mat fractures and gutter damage
Severe6 eventsPing pong-size, granule loss and bruising common
Significant30 eventsQuarter-size, the standard insurance damage threshold
Moderate24 eventsMarble-size, possible cosmetic damage
Minor5 eventsPea-size, unlikely to damage modern shingles

Greenfield Hail Storms by Year

YearReported Hail Events Within 25 mi
202630 events
20259 events
202410 events
202317 events
20221 event

2026 was the busiest hail year on record locally for Greenfield, with 30 documented events inside the 25-mile radius. Storm activity in Greenfield 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 Greenfield Hail Storms

Recent Hail Events Near Greenfield

DateLocationSeveritySizeNOAA Comments
2026-08-12 4 E Southport, IN Significant 1.00" Report from mPING: Quarter (1.00 in.).
2026-08-12 6 NNW Boggstown, IN Significant 1.25" —
2026-08-11 2 W Greenwood, IN Minor 0.25" —
2026-08-11 Broad Ripple, IN Minor 0.25" —
2026-08-11 1 S Monument Circle, IN Moderate 0.70" At Eli Lilly Circle.
2026-08-11 1 SE Castleton, IN Moderate 0.50" Report from mPING: Half-inch (0.50 in.).
2026-08-11 3 NNW Wynnedale, IN Minor 0.25" —
2026-08-11 1 SE Woodlawn Heights, IN Moderate 0.50" —
2026-08-11 2 W Chesterfield, IN Moderate 0.75" Report from mPING: Dime (0.75 in.).
2026-08-11 3 SE Noblesville, IN Minor 0.25" —
2026-08-11 Chesterfield, IN Moderate 0.70" —
2026-08-11 1 SSE Anderson, IN Significant 1.25" Hail reported at the CSX Railyard in Anderson.
2026-07-27 Broad Ripple 2 NE, IN Significant 1.25" Time estimated by radar. Numerous reports of small hail across northern Marion County...including dime sized hail between Castleton and Yorkshire by EMA.
2026-06-17 1 WNW Indianapolis, IN Minor 0.25" —
2026-06-17 4 SE Speedway, IN Significant 1.25" —
2026-06-17 1 WNW Indianapolis, IN Moderate 0.75" Large quantities of half inch to maybe three quarter inch hail at WISH-TV. Time estimated from radar.
2026-06-17 3 SSE Warren Park, IN Moderate 0.88" —
2026-06-17 1 NE Indianapolis, IN Moderate 0.50" Report from mPING: Half-inch (0.50 in.).
2026-06-17 2 N New Palestine, IN Significant 1.25" Quarter to half dollar size hail is falling.
2026-06-16 MAYWOOD, IN Significant 1.25" —

Wind Storm History — Greenfield Area (Last 5 Years)

NOAA has recorded 169 high-wind events within 25 miles of Greenfield, IN in the past five years. Of those, 169 reached severe-thunderstorm thresholds (58+ mph). The highest measured gust was 87 mph.

SeverityCount
Severe35 events
Significant134 events

Recent Wind Events Near Greenfield

DateLocationGust (mph)SeverityNOAA Comments
2026-06-11 FRANCES, IN 60 Significant A 30 ft long healthy tree branch 7 to 8 inches diameter was downed by thunderstorm wind gusts across Peterman road.
2026-06-11 ACTON, IN 69 Severe Thunderstorm winds caused significant tree damage in South Franklin area with roof damage on Knapp and Mitthoeffer Roads.
2026-06-11 GLENNS VLY, IN 60 Significant An inch diameter tree was uprooted by thunderstorm wind gusts. Nearby there was damage to furniture and siding.
2026-06-11 MANILLA, IN 58 Significant Tree downed by thunderstorm wind gusts in the roadway on State Road 44 near the west county line.
2026-06-11 LONDON, IN 69 Severe Thunderstorm winds caused significant roof damage to east side of 2 story building.
2026-06-11 RAYS CROSSING, IN 58 Significant Trees downed by thunderstorm wind gusts north of State Road 44 and east of 500 East.
2026-06-11 LAPEL, IN 60 Significant Power lines downed by thunderstorm wind gusts in the Lapel and Anderson areas.
2026-06-10 5 SSE Mccordsville, IN 63 Significant KMQJ - Indianapolis Regional Airport.
2026-06-09 MOHAWK, IN 58 Significant Thunderstorm wind gusts downed a tree.
2026-06-09 MT COMFORT, IN 63 Significant KMQJ AWOS - Indianapolis Regional Airport measured a 55 kt thunderstorm wind gust.
2026-05-19 FISHERS, IN 58 Significant Tree downed by thunderstorm winds across roadway on Quarry Court.
2026-05-19 CARMEL, IN 63 Significant Utility lines were blown down by thunderstorm winds. Nearby there were additional utility lines downed on Westfield Blvd.
2026-05-19 NOBLESVILLE, IN 58 Significant Tree downed by thunderstorm winds onto a house and through the roof.
2026-05-19 CLARKSVILLE, IN 58 Significant Utility pole is leaning from thunderstorm winds at Olio Road and SR38 in Noblesville.
2026-05-19 CLARKSVILLE, IN 58 Significant Tree downed by thunderstorm winds.
2026-05-18 CARMEL, IN 58 Significant Power lines downed by thunderstorm wind gusts.
2026-05-18 3 SE Speedway, IN 51 Significant —
2026-04-28 3 ESE Fairland, IN 59 Significant ASOS station KGEZ Shelbyville.
2026-04-27 CASTLETON, IN 60 Significant Thunderstorm wind gusts downed multiple trees.
2026-04-27 NEW BETHEL, IN 58 Significant Thunderstorm wind gusts downed an 18 inch diameter tree.

Frequently Asked Questions About Greenfield Hail

When was the last major hail storm in Greenfield, IN?

The most recent quarter-size-or-larger hail storm recorded by NOAA within 25 miles of Greenfield was on August 12, 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 Greenfield?

Greenfield averages roughly 13 reported hail events per year within a 25-mile radius. Significant storms (quarter-size or larger) account for 38 of the 67 events recorded over the last five years.

How big does hail typically get in Greenfield?

The largest documented hail near Greenfield in the last five years was egg-sized. Most Greenfield-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 IN?

Most homeowners insurance policies in IN 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 Greenfield address?

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

If your property in or near Greenfield 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 Greenfield's Location Matters for Hail

Greenfield 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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