New Albany Hail — Storm History & NOAA Data for New Albany, 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 96 hail storms within 25 miles of New Albany, IN. Of those, 91 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. 2023 was the most active year on record locally, with 46 documented hail events.

Hail Severity Breakdown — New Albany Area (Last 5 Years)

New Albany Hail Storms by Year

2023 was the busiest hail year on record locally for New Albany, with 46 documented events inside the 25-mile radius. Storm activity in New Albany 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 New Albany Hail Storms

• August 11, 2026 — Significant hail (quarter-sized or larger) reported near 3 S Salem. This storm met the quarter-size insurance damage threshold and is a candidate date when filing a claim for New Albany-area properties.
• May 16, 2026 — Significant hail (quarter-sized or larger) reported near Corydon. This storm met the quarter-size insurance damage threshold and is a candidate date when filing a claim for New Albany-area properties.
• May 16, 2026 — Significant hail (quarter-sized or larger) reported near CORYDON. This storm met the quarter-size insurance damage threshold and is a candidate date when filing a claim for New Albany-area properties.
• May 16, 2026 — Significant hail (quarter-sized or larger) reported near LOUISVILLE. This storm met the quarter-size insurance damage threshold and is a candidate date when filing a claim for New Albany-area properties.
• May 16, 2026 — Significant hail (quarter-sized or larger) reported near Louisville. This storm met the quarter-size insurance damage threshold and is a candidate date when filing a claim for New Albany-area properties.

Recent Hail Events Near New Albany

Wind Storm History — New Albany Area (Last 5 Years)

NOAA has recorded 333 high-wind events within 25 miles of New Albany, IN in the past five years. Of those, 332 reached severe-thunderstorm thresholds (58+ mph). The highest measured gust was 96 mph.

Recent Wind Events Near New Albany

Frequently Asked Questions About New Albany Hail

When was the last major hail storm in New Albany, IN?

The most recent quarter-size-or-larger hail storm recorded by NOAA within 25 miles of New Albany 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 New Albany?

New Albany averages roughly 19 reported hail events per year within a 25-mile radius. Significant storms (quarter-size or larger) account for 91 of the 96 events recorded over the last five years.

How big does hail typically get in New Albany?

The largest documented hail near New Albany in the last five years was egg-sized. Most New Albany-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 New Albany address?

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

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

New Albany 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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