Savage Hail — Storm History & NOAA Data for Savage, MN

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 324 hail storms within 25 miles of Savage, MN. Of those, 259 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 baseball-sized or larger, which can fracture shingle mat and dent metal flashing on contact. 2026 was the most active year on record locally, with 116 documented hail events.

Hail Severity Breakdown — Savage Area (Last 5 Years)

Savage Hail Storms by Year

2026 was the busiest hail year on record locally for Savage, with 116 documented events inside the 25-mile radius. Storm activity in Savage 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 Savage Hail Storms

• June 19, 2026 — Significant hail (quarter-sized or larger) reported near 1 WSW Maplewood. This storm met the quarter-size insurance damage threshold and is a candidate date when filing a claim for Savage-area properties.
• June 19, 2026 — Significant hail (quarter-sized or larger) reported near 2 NNE St. Paul. This storm met the quarter-size insurance damage threshold and is a candidate date when filing a claim for Savage-area properties.
• June 19, 2026 — Severe hail (ping pong ball-sized) reported near Falcon Heights. This storm met the quarter-size insurance damage threshold and is a candidate date when filing a claim for Savage-area properties.
• June 19, 2026 — Significant hail (quarter-sized or larger) reported near 2 W Maplewood. This storm met the quarter-size insurance damage threshold and is a candidate date when filing a claim for Savage-area properties.
• June 19, 2026 — Severe hail (ping pong ball-sized) reported near FALCON HGTS. This storm met the quarter-size insurance damage threshold and is a candidate date when filing a claim for Savage-area properties.

Recent Hail Events Near Savage

Wind Storm History — Savage Area (Last 5 Years)

NOAA has recorded 148 high-wind events within 25 miles of Savage, MN in the past five years. Of those, 148 reached severe-thunderstorm thresholds (58+ mph). The highest measured gust was 77 mph.

Recent Wind Events Near Savage

Frequently Asked Questions About Savage Hail

When was the last major hail storm in Savage, MN?

The most recent quarter-size-or-larger hail storm recorded by NOAA within 25 miles of Savage was on June 19, 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 Savage?

Savage averages roughly 65 reported hail events per year within a 25-mile radius. Significant storms (quarter-size or larger) account for 259 of the 324 events recorded over the last five years.

How big does hail typically get in Savage?

The largest documented hail near Savage in the last five years was baseball-sized or larger. Most Savage-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 MN?

Most homeowners insurance policies in MN 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 Savage address?

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

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

Savage 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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