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Hail history in District of Columbia
District of Columbia has 38 recorded hail events in the NOAA Storm Events Database since 1950 — 28 of them 1″ or larger. The largest on record: 2.75″ (baseball) in District of Columbia on July 10, 1975.
When it hails in District of Columbia
All recorded District of Columbia events by month, 1950–present · data through April 2026.
Every District of Columbia county, ranked by recorded hail
| County | Events | ≥1″ | Largest | Most recent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 38 | 28 | 2.75″ | 2024 |
Questions about hail in District of Columbia
How often does it hail in District of Columbia?
The NOAA Storm Events Database records 38 hail events for District of Columbia since 1950, 28 of them 1″ (quarter size) or larger. Recorded frequency varies sharply by county — the table on this page ranks all 1.
What is the largest hail ever recorded in District of Columbia?
2.75″ (baseball), recorded in District of Columbia on July 10, 1975. See it at true size on the actual-size hail chart.
When is hail season in District of Columbia?
Recorded events peak in June. The by-month chart on this page shows the full seasonal shape — and each county page carries its own, since timing shifts across the state.
How do I check hail history for my address in District of Columbia?
Storm Events records events at the county level, so pick your county below or use the ZIP lookup. For "did it hail on this date" claim questions, the date lookup searches every recorded District of Columbia event.
Source: NOAA/NCEI Storm Events Database, public domain. Each county page shows the full event timeline, month profile, and storm-report narratives.