When was the last major hail storm in the Twin Cities?
The most recent major hail storm in the Twin Cities was on Friday, June 19, 2026. NOAA's Storm Prediction Center logged 41 reports of 1-inch or larger hail in the metro, with the largest at 2.25 inches in St. Paul. Other hard-hit areas included Roseville, Falcon Heights, Little Canada, Landfall.
How many hail storms have hit the Twin Cities in the last 3 years?
Since October 2023, NOAA recorded 16 separate days with hail 1 inch or larger within 35 miles of downtown St. Paul, and 86 such days across Minnesota within a 3-hour drive of the Twin Cities. 36 of those storm days produced golf-ball-size (1.75") or larger hail somewhere in that area; the largest was 6.00 inches near Chokio on Wednesday, July 31, 2024.
How big does hail have to be to damage an asphalt roof in Minnesota?
There is no single hail size that proves roof damage. Damage depends on hail size, how dense the hail fell, wind speed, roof age, shingle type and the angle of impact. Hail around 1 inch (quarter size) and larger can bruise or crack asphalt shingles, especially older ones, and smaller hail driven by strong wind can damage siding, gutters and vents.
How do I know if my roof was damaged by hail?
Most hail damage can't be seen from the ground. Common signs are dents on gutters, downspouts, roof vents and mailboxes, granules collecting at downspouts, and dings on siding or window screens. A roof inspection with close-up photos is the only reliable way to know what happened on the roof itself.
Where does this storm data come from?
Storm dates and hail sizes come from NOAA Storm Prediction Center local storm reports, which are submitted by trained spotters, the public and the National Weather Service. Reports are points, so hail also fell in places between reports. We also list properties flagged by the Interactive Hail Maps address-monitoring service we subscribe to.
Does Repair King inspect roofs after a storm?
Yes. Repair King inspects roofs across the Twin Cities after hail and wind storms and gives you photos of everything we find, at no cost. Minnesota License BC695228. Call (612) 354-7677.
