Terrytown Hail — Storm History & NOAA Data for Terrytown, LA

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 34 hail storms within 25 miles of Terrytown, LA. Of those, 34 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. 2022 was the most active year on record locally, with 13 documented hail events.

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Hail Severity Breakdown — Terrytown Area (Last 5 Years)

SeverityCountWhat it means for roofs
Destructive2 eventsEgg-size, expect mat fractures and gutter damage
Severe7 eventsPing pong-size, granule loss and bruising common
Significant25 eventsQuarter-size, the standard insurance damage threshold

Terrytown Hail Storms by Year

YearReported Hail Events Within 25 mi
20269 events
20254 events
20241 event
20237 events
202213 events

2022 was the busiest hail year on record locally for Terrytown, with 13 documented events inside the 25-mile radius. Storm activity in Terrytown 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 Terrytown Hail Storms

Recent Hail Events Near Terrytown

DateLocationSeveritySizeNOAA Comments
2026-08-21 2 NNW Harvey, LA Significant 1.00" Broadcast media shared quarter sized hail in video on social media. Time estimated by radar.
2026-08-21 2 WNW Gretna, LA Significant 1.00" Media shared photo of quarter sized hail near Irish Channel.
2026-08-21 3 NNE Marrero, LA Significant 1.00" Public video showing quarter sized hail.
2026-05-22 3 E Destrehan, LA Significant 1.00" —
2026-05-22 ST ROSE, LA Significant 1.00" One inch sized hail reported in St. Rose.
2026-05-08 Destrehan, LA Significant 1.25" Public reported of half dollar sized hail in Destrehan. Time estimated by radar.
2026-05-08 NEW SARPY, LA Significant 1.25" Public reported of half dollar sized hail in Destrehan.
2026-05-08 New Sarpy, LA Severe 1.50" Public report of ping pong ball sized hail. Time estimated by radar.
2026-05-08 DESTREHAN, LA Severe 1.50" Public report of ping pong ball sized hail.
2025-03-24 DES ALLEMANDS, LA Significant 1.00" A comment on a broadcast media social media post showed a video of quarter sized hail.
2025-03-15 AMA, LA Significant 1.00" Quarter size hail reported in Almedia.
2025-03-15 AMA, LA Significant 1.00" Quarter size hail reported in Kenner.
2025-03-15 MOISANT ARPT, LA Significant 1.00" Quarter size hail reported near the KMSY airport.
2024-04-10 (MSY)MOISANT FLD NEW, LA Significant 1.00" One inch hail reported by the public via social media.
2023-06-29 WAGGAMAN, LA Significant 1.25" Media relayed report of half dollar sized hail in Avondale. Time estimated from radar.
2023-06-20 NAOMI, LA Significant 1.00" Quarter size hail in the Jesuit Bend area. Event time estimated by radar.
2023-06-20 DES ALLEMANDS, LA Significant 1.00" Media Tweet showed picture of Public reporting quarter sized hail.
2023-06-20 NORCO, LA Severe 1.75" Skywarn spotter reported golf ball sized hail.
2023-06-19 (MSY)MOISANT FLD NEW, LA Significant 1.00" Report of quarter sized hail from mPING.
2023-06-19 MOISANT ARPT, LA Significant 1.00" Report of quarter sized hail from mPING.

Wind Storm History — Terrytown Area (Last 5 Years)

NOAA has recorded 95 high-wind events within 25 miles of Terrytown, LA in the past five years. Of those, 87 reached severe-thunderstorm thresholds (58+ mph). The highest measured gust was 84 mph.

SeverityCount
Severe20 events
Significant67 events
Moderate8 events

Recent Wind Events Near Terrytown

DateLocationGust (mph)SeverityNOAA Comments
2026-08-24 4 ENE Metairie, LA 43 Moderate Municipal Yacht Harbor Weatherstem station reported a 43 mph wind gust from thunderstorms.
2026-08-24 6 WSW East New Orleans, LA 41 Moderate Lakefront airport ASOS reported a 41 mph wind gust from thunderstorms.
2026-08-21 2 WNW Gretna, LA 65 Severe Mesonet station 1972W Harbor Police Headquarters.
2026-08-21 6 NE New Orleans, LA 68 Severe Mesonet reported a wind gust of 68mph at New Orleans Lakefront Airport.
2026-08-21 5 SSE East New Orleans, LA 59 Significant Mesonet reported a wind gust of 59 MPH at Bayou Bienvenue.
2026-07-07 6 WSW East New Orleans, LA 46 Significant ASOS station KNEW Lakefront Airport measured a wind gust of 46mph or 40 knots.
2026-06-20 13 SSW Mandeville, LA 44 Moderate Mesonet site at Mid-Lake measured wind gust at 44mph.
2026-05-09 6 WSW East New Orleans, LA 71 Severe Mesonet station XLKF Lakefront Airport.
2026-05-09 (NEW)LKFRNT ARPT NEW, LA 63 Significant The ASOS station KNEW New Orleans Lakefront Airport measured a thunderstorm wind gust of 55 knots.
2026-05-09 12 SSW Mandeville, LA 42 Moderate Mesonet station XPTN Pontchartrain Causeway.
2026-05-09 6 WSW East New Orleans, LA 63 Significant ASOS station KNEW New Orleans Lakefront Airport.
2026-05-08 DESTREHAN, LA 58 Significant Thunderstorm gusts measured by a vessel at MM 124 on the Mississippi River.
2026-05-08 2 SSW Belle Chasse, LA 54 Significant AWOS station KNBG Belle Chasse.
2026-05-08 AMA, LA 71 Severe Thunderstorm wind gusts measured from a home weather station.
2026-05-08 1 SW New Sarpy, LA 58 Significant Measured by a vessel at MM 124 on the Mississippi River.
2026-05-08 2 WSW Kenner, LA 71 Severe Measured from a home weather station.
2026-05-08 SONE CHASSE, LA 58 Significant Several trees, power lines, and carports damaged on multiple streets along Barriere Road. Video shared by media also showed strong straight line winds impacting the neighborhood.
2026-04-26 4 ENE Metairie, LA 42 Moderate Buoy station NWCL1 New Canal Station (LA).
2026-04-26 6 WSW East New Orleans, LA 45 Moderate ASOS station KNEW New Orleans Lakefront Airport recorded a wind gust of 45 mph.
2026-04-25 ST ROSE, LA 58 Significant Numerous 4-6 inch branches downed by thunderstorm winds.

Frequently Asked Questions About Terrytown Hail

When was the last major hail storm in Terrytown, LA?

The most recent quarter-size-or-larger hail storm recorded by NOAA within 25 miles of Terrytown was on August 21, 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 Terrytown?

Terrytown averages roughly 7 reported hail events per year within a 25-mile radius. Significant storms (quarter-size or larger) account for 34 of the 34 events recorded over the last five years.

How big does hail typically get in Terrytown?

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

Most homeowners insurance policies in LA 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 Terrytown address?

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

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

Terrytown 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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