Lansdale Hail — Storm History & NOAA Data for Lansdale, 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 67 hail storms within 25 miles of Lansdale, PA. Of those, 35 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. 2023 was the most active year on record locally, with 20 documented hail events.

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Hail Severity Breakdown — Lansdale Area (Last 5 Years)

SeverityCountWhat it means for roofs
Severe2 eventsPing pong-size, granule loss and bruising common
Significant33 eventsQuarter-size, the standard insurance damage threshold
Moderate30 eventsMarble-size, possible cosmetic damage
Minor2 eventsPea-size, unlikely to damage modern shingles

Lansdale Hail Storms by Year

YearReported Hail Events Within 25 mi
202612 events
20257 events
20248 events
202320 events
202220 events

2023 was the busiest hail year on record locally for Lansdale, with 20 documented events inside the 25-mile radius. Storm activity in Lansdale 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 Lansdale Hail Storms

Recent Hail Events Near Lansdale

DateLocationSeveritySizeNOAA Comments
2026-08-20 2 N Plymouth Meeting, PA Moderate 0.75" Report from mPING: Dime (0.75 in.).
2026-08-20 1 N Plymouth Meeting, PA Moderate 0.75" Report from mPING: Dime (0.75 in.).
2026-07-27 Chestnut Hill, PA Moderate 0.50" 0.25 to 0.50 inch hail reported in Chestnut Hill. Winds estimated around 40 mph.
2026-07-27 1 NE Washington Crossin, NJ Significant 1.00" Report from mPING: Quarter (1.00 in.).
2026-06-22 1 N Upper Uwchlan Twp, PA Significant 1.00" Report from mPING: Quarter (1.00 in.).
2026-06-22 LUDWIGS CORNER, PA Significant 1.00" Quarter sized hail reported from mping.
2026-05-20 1 WNW Wayne, PA Significant 1.00" Time estimated from radar. Picture sent in from skywarn spotter.
2026-05-20 WAYNE, PA Significant 1.00" Skywarn spotter sent a picture of quarter-sized hail.
2026-03-06 1 NW Kintnersville, PA Significant 1.12" Mesonet station DW7738 Kintnersville.
2026-03-06 2 WSW Holland Twp, NJ Significant 1.05" Mesonet station EW7207 Milford.
2026-03-03 2 ESE Sanatoga, PA Minor 0.06" ASOS station KPTW Pottstown.
2026-03-03 Stowe, PA Minor 0.05" Updates previous report.
2025-07-08 STOWE, PA Moderate 0.75" A report from Mping of 0.75 inch hail. Time estimated from radar.
2025-07-08 POTTSTOWN, PA Significant 1.00" Quarter-size hail in Pottstown. Video sent via social media. Time included with report.
2025-05-03 PRIMOS, PA Moderate 0.88" Nickel-sized hail was observed.
2025-05-03 ROCKLEDGE, PA Significant 1.00" A report of 1 inch diameter hail was relayed through MPing.
2025-04-04 RUTLEDGE, PA Significant 1.00" Report from mping. Time estimated from radar.
2025-04-04 RUTLEDGE, PA Moderate 0.75" A trained spotter reported dime and nickel sized hail.
2025-04-04 RUTLEDGE, PA Significant 1.00" Quarter sized hail was reported. Time estimated from radar.
2024-08-18 OAKS, PA Moderate 0.75" Report from MPING. Dime to nickel sized hail. Time given in report.

Wind Storm History — Lansdale Area (Last 5 Years)

NOAA has recorded 437 high-wind events within 25 miles of Lansdale, PA in the past five years. Of those, 436 reached severe-thunderstorm thresholds (58+ mph). The highest measured gust was 105 mph.

SeverityCount
Destructive1 event
Severe16 events
Significant419 events
Moderate1 event

Recent Wind Events Near Lansdale

DateLocationGust (mph)SeverityNOAA Comments
2026-08-07 Levittown, PA 58 Significant Measured wind gust by a trained spotter on a hand anemometer.
2026-07-11 Ardmore, PA 55 Significant Trained spotter measured wind gust in Ardmore. Minor flooding of streets also reported.
2026-07-11 1 SSW Haverford, PA 60 Significant Trained spotter estimates wind gusts up to 60 mph in Ardmore, Haverford Township. Flooding on Haverford Road.
2026-07-05 1 NNE East Caln Twp, PA 62 Significant Measured from anemometer. Reported from spotter network.
2026-06-22 BRIDESBURG, PA 58 Significant News broadcast reports a tree down in Port Richmond near Interstate 95 and Allegheny Avenue Exit 25. Time estimated from radar.
2026-06-22 ALDHAM, PA 58 Significant Trees and wires down reported around Charlestown Township. Time estimated by radar.
2026-06-22 CHELTENHAM, PA 58 Significant Trees down around Tookany Creek Park. Time estimated by radar.
2026-06-22 BETZWOOD, PA 58 Significant Multiple trees uprooted with large branches also snapped. Time estimated from radar.
2026-06-22 HOWELLVILLE, PA 58 Significant Delayed report. Multiple trees down near Welsh Valley Rd and Yellow Springs Rd. Time estimated from radar.
2026-06-22 MIQUON, PA 58 Significant Downed tree on I-76 westbound 2.5 miles east of Exit 332. Time given in report.
2026-06-22 FOX CHASE, PA 58 Significant Large tree limb downed near intersection of Jeanes Street and Solly Ave. Time estimated by radar.
2026-06-22 FOX CHASE, PA 58 Significant Large tree limb downed within 8100 block of Pine Road. Time estimated by radar.
2026-06-22 FOX CHASE, PA 58 Significant Tree limb downed near intersection of Ferndale Street and Rhawn Street. Time estimated by radar.
2026-06-22 FOX CHASE, PA 58 Significant Several large tree limbs downed within the 8000 block of Burholme Ave. Time estimated by radar.
2026-06-22 TACONY, PA 58 Significant Multiple large tree branches and a tree snapped. Time estimated from radar.
2026-06-14 BROOMALL, PA 58 Significant Reports of wires down around Broomall. Time estimated from radar.
2026-06-14 GLENOLDEN, PA 58 Significant Multiple reports of wires down around Ridley Park and Prospect Park in Delaware County. Time estimated from radar.
2026-06-14 BROOMALL, PA 58 Significant Trees and wires down around Marple Township. Time estimated from radar.
2026-06-14 MEDIA, PA 58 Significant Several reports of wires down around Media. Time estimated from radar.
2026-06-14 CHESTNUT HILL, PA 58 Significant Trees down along Lincoln Drive near Gypsy Ln with a lane restriction. Time estimated from radar.

Frequently Asked Questions About Lansdale Hail

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

The most recent quarter-size-or-larger hail storm recorded by NOAA within 25 miles of Lansdale was on July 27, 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 Lansdale?

Lansdale averages roughly 13 reported hail events per year within a 25-mile radius. Significant storms (quarter-size or larger) account for 35 of the 67 events recorded over the last five years.

How big does hail typically get in Lansdale?

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

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

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

Lansdale 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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