Hermitage Hail — Storm History & NOAA Data for Hermitage, PA

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 99 hail storms within 25 miles of Hermitage, PA. Of those, 77 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. 2024 was the most active year on record locally, with 47 documented hail events.

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Hail Severity Breakdown — Hermitage Area (Last 5 Years)

SeverityCountWhat it means for roofs
Destructive7 eventsEgg-size, expect mat fractures and gutter damage
Severe20 eventsPing pong-size, granule loss and bruising common
Significant50 eventsQuarter-size, the standard insurance damage threshold
Moderate21 eventsMarble-size, possible cosmetic damage
Minor1 eventPea-size, unlikely to damage modern shingles

Hermitage Hail Storms by Year

YearReported Hail Events Within 25 mi
202635 events
20252 events
202447 events
20233 events
202212 events

2024 was the busiest hail year on record locally for Hermitage, with 47 documented events inside the 25-mile radius. Storm activity in Hermitage 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 Hermitage Hail Storms

Recent Hail Events Near Hermitage

DateLocationSeveritySizeNOAA Comments
2026-09-03 0 NW Poland, OH Minor 0.25" —
2026-09-02 2 W New Lebanon, PA Moderate 0.75" Report from mPING: Dime (0.75 in.).
2026-08-11 1 N New Castle Northwes, PA Significant 1.00" From Skywarn spotter. Pea sized hail intermixed with the rainfall began to fall and at the end of the peak intensity of the storm, the hail became bigger reaching the size of a quarter. Time estimated from radar.
2026-06-14 Oakland, PA Moderate 0.75" Report from mPING: Dime (0.75 in.).
2026-04-15 3 N Orangeville, OH Severe 1.50" Report from mPING: Ping Pong Ball (1.50 in.).
2026-04-15 ORANGEVILLE, PA Severe 1.75" —
2026-04-15 Mecca, OH Significant 1.00" Intersection of SR 88 and Phillips Rice Rd.
2026-04-15 MAYSVILLE, PA Severe 1.50" —
2026-04-15 5 E West Farmington, OH Destructive 2.00" Time estimated via radar.
2026-04-15 BRISTOLVILLE ARPT, OH Destructive 2.00" Hail up to about hen egg-size (i.e. 2 in diameter) in Bristolville.
2026-04-15 Bristolville, OH Destructive 2.00" Social media images of large hail and damaged vehicles.
2026-04-15 2 NE Orangeville, PA Severe 1.75" —
2026-04-15 Bristolville, OH Destructive 2.00" Corrects previous hail report from Bristolville. Social media images of large hail and damaged vehicles.
2026-04-15 MECCA, OH Significant 1.00" Hail up to quarter-size at OH Route 88 and Phillips Rice Road in Mecca Township.
2026-04-15 HENLEIN, PA Significant 1.00" —
2026-04-15 MAYSVILLE, PA Significant 1.25" —
2026-04-15 2 NW Sandy Lake, PA Significant 1.00" Report from mPING: Quarter (1.00 in.).
2026-04-15 FAIRVIEW, PA Severe 1.50" —
2026-04-15 3 W Greenville, PA Significant 1.25" —
2026-04-15 NEW VERNON, PA Significant 1.00" —

Wind Storm History — Hermitage Area (Last 5 Years)

NOAA has recorded 295 high-wind events within 25 miles of Hermitage, PA in the past five years. Of those, 295 reached severe-thunderstorm thresholds (58+ mph). The highest measured gust was 90 mph.

SeverityCount
Severe63 events
Significant232 events

Recent Wind Events Near Hermitage

DateLocationGust (mph)SeverityNOAA Comments
2026-07-05 2 SW Austintown, OH 60 Significant 60+mph wind estimates and nickel side hail near State Route 46 and Kirk Rd.
2026-07-05 Poland, OH 65 Severe Estimated 60-65 mph winds and dime size hail.
2026-07-05 2 E Austintown, OH 60 Significant Spotter estimated 50-60 mph winds and measured over 1 inch of rain in 30 minutes.
2026-07-05 1 NW Boardman, OH 90 Severe NWS damage survey confirms a macroburst that produced wind speeds up to 90 mph across portions of Mahoning County.
2026-07-05 1 NW Poland, OH 77 Severe Measured on handheld anemometer.
2026-06-25 LEAVITTSBURG, OH 60 Significant Large tree down, striking two homes and taking down power lines.
2026-06-20 GROVE CITY, PA 58 Significant Large limb down onto power lines on Terrace Avenue.
2026-06-14 GRANT CITY, PA 85 Severe Extensive tree damage along Hunt, Cooper, and Book Roads, and across US-19. This occurred on the southern periphery of a mesovortex track just prior to tornado formation.
2026-06-14 PARK VIEW, PA 58 Significant Wires down.
2026-06-14 PARK VIEW, PA 64 Severe Barn roof ripped off and walls torn down.
2026-06-14 MOUNTAIR, PA 58 Significant Wires down.
2026-06-14 PARK VIEW, PA 58 Significant Wires down.
2026-06-14 EAST NEW CASTLE, PA 58 Significant Trees down.
2026-06-14 KENILWORTH, OH 60 Significant A large tree was blown down in Greene Township.
2026-06-14 GREENE CENTER, OH 60 Significant A large tree was blown down across a road.
2026-06-14 CANFIELD, OH 60 Significant Several trees were blown across across Mahoning County.
2026-06-14 NORTH WARREN, OH 60 Significant Multiple large trees and power lines were blown down across Warren. There were several homes that suffered roof damage and broken windows.
2026-06-14 NEW CASTLE, PA 58 Significant Trees down.
2026-06-14 CLARKS MILLS, PA 58 Significant Wires down.
2026-06-14 EDINBURG, PA 58 Significant Trees down.

Frequently Asked Questions About Hermitage Hail

When was the last major hail storm in Hermitage, PA?

The most recent quarter-size-or-larger hail storm recorded by NOAA within 25 miles of Hermitage was on August 11, 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 Hermitage?

Hermitage averages roughly 20 reported hail events per year within a 25-mile radius. Significant storms (quarter-size or larger) account for 77 of the 99 events recorded over the last five years.

How big does hail typically get in Hermitage?

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

Most homeowners insurance policies in PA 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 Hermitage address?

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

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

Hermitage 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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