Silver Spring Hail — Storm History & NOAA Data for Silver Spring, MD

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 56 hail storms within 25 miles of Silver Spring, MD. Of those, 55 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 23 documented hail events.

Hail Severity Breakdown — Silver Spring Area (Last 5 Years)

Silver Spring Hail Storms by Year

2024 was the busiest hail year on record locally for Silver Spring, with 23 documented events inside the 25-mile radius. Storm activity in Silver Spring 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 Silver Spring Hail Storms

• April 1, 2026 — Significant hail (quarter-sized or larger) reported near Clifton. This storm met the quarter-size insurance damage threshold and is a candidate date when filing a claim for Silver Spring-area properties.
• April 1, 2026 — Significant hail (quarter-sized or larger) reported near CLIFTON. This storm met the quarter-size insurance damage threshold and is a candidate date when filing a claim for Silver Spring-area properties.
• April 1, 2026 — Significant hail (quarter-sized or larger) reported near Clifton. This storm met the quarter-size insurance damage threshold and is a candidate date when filing a claim for Silver Spring-area properties.
• June 18, 2025 — Significant hail (quarter-sized or larger) reported near ODENTON. This storm met the quarter-size insurance damage threshold and is a candidate date when filing a claim for Silver Spring-area properties.
• June 18, 2025 — Significant hail (quarter-sized or larger) reported near PIONEER CITY. This storm met the quarter-size insurance damage threshold and is a candidate date when filing a claim for Silver Spring-area properties.

Recent Hail Events Near Silver Spring

Wind Storm History — Silver Spring Area (Last 5 Years)

NOAA has recorded 500 high-wind events within 25 miles of Silver Spring, MD in the past five years. Of those, 497 reached severe-thunderstorm thresholds (58+ mph). The highest measured gust was 90 mph.

Recent Wind Events Near Silver Spring

Frequently Asked Questions About Silver Spring Hail

When was the last major hail storm in Silver Spring, MD?

The most recent quarter-size-or-larger hail storm recorded by NOAA within 25 miles of Silver Spring was on April 1, 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 Silver Spring?

Silver Spring averages roughly 11 reported hail events per year within a 25-mile radius. Significant storms (quarter-size or larger) account for 55 of the 56 events recorded over the last five years.

How big does hail typically get in Silver Spring?

The largest documented hail near Silver Spring in the last five years was egg-sized. Most Silver Spring-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 MD?

Most homeowners insurance policies in MD 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 Silver Spring address?

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

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

Silver Spring 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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