Hammond Hail — Storm History & NOAA Data for Hammond, LA

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 25 hail storms within 25 miles of Hammond, LA. Of those, 25 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. 2025 was the most active year on record locally, with 12 documented hail events.

Hail Severity Breakdown — Hammond Area (Last 5 Years)

Hammond Hail Storms by Year

2025 was the busiest hail year on record locally for Hammond, with 12 documented events inside the 25-mile radius. Storm activity in Hammond 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 Hammond Hail Storms

• May 28, 2025 — Significant hail (quarter-sized or larger) reported near MAUREPAS. This storm met the quarter-size insurance damage threshold and is a candidate date when filing a claim for Hammond-area properties.
• May 28, 2025 — Significant hail (quarter-sized or larger) reported near FROST. This storm met the quarter-size insurance damage threshold and is a candidate date when filing a claim for Hammond-area properties.
• May 23, 2025 — Significant hail (quarter-sized or larger) reported near HAMMOND EAST ARPT. This storm met the quarter-size insurance damage threshold and is a candidate date when filing a claim for Hammond-area properties.
• May 6, 2025 — Significant hail (quarter-sized or larger) reported near SPRINGFIELD. This storm met the quarter-size insurance damage threshold and is a candidate date when filing a claim for Hammond-area properties.
• May 6, 2025 — Significant hail (quarter-sized or larger) reported near WALKER. This storm met the quarter-size insurance damage threshold and is a candidate date when filing a claim for Hammond-area properties.

Recent Hail Events Near Hammond

Wind Storm History — Hammond Area (Last 5 Years)

NOAA has recorded 105 high-wind events within 25 miles of Hammond, LA in the past five years. Of those, 104 reached severe-thunderstorm thresholds (58+ mph). The highest measured gust was 70 mph.

Recent Wind Events Near Hammond

Frequently Asked Questions About Hammond Hail

When was the last major hail storm in Hammond, LA?

The most recent quarter-size-or-larger hail storm recorded by NOAA within 25 miles of Hammond was on May 28, 2025. HailCheck refreshes from the NOAA Storm Events database daily, so newer events appear here as they are reported.

How often does it hail in Hammond?

Hammond averages roughly 5 reported hail events per year within a 25-mile radius. Significant storms (quarter-size or larger) account for 25 of the 25 events recorded over the last five years.

How big does hail typically get in Hammond?

The largest documented hail near Hammond in the last five years was ping pong ball-sized. Most Hammond-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 LA?

Most homeowners insurance policies in LA 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 Hammond address?

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

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

Hammond 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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