The map
Each dot is one hail report of 1 inch (quarter size) or larger. Bigger, darker dots mean bigger hail. Tap a dot for the date and size.
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Omaha hail by the numbers
- Hail 1 inch or larger was reported somewhere in Douglas, Sarpy or Pottawattamie County in all 26 years from 2000 to 2025, on 165 separate days.
- Hail 2 inches or larger (hen egg size and up) was reported in 20 of those 26 years, on 35 days.
- Douglas County had 1 inch or larger hail reported on 98 days, Pottawattamie County on 71 and Sarpy County on 68.
- The map holds 499 separate reports. A single big storm can bring dozens of reports as it crosses the metro, like the 38 on June 29, 2017.
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Biggest hail days since 2000
Ranked by the largest single report that day. Sizes are what spotters and the public reported, so treat them as close, not exact.
| Date | Largest report | About the size of | Reports that day (1 in+) | Counties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 4, 2003 | 4.5 in | Grapefruit | 2 | Douglas, Sarpy |
| June 25, 2024 | 4.5 in | Grapefruit | 14 | Douglas, Pottawattamie, Sarpy |
| August 18, 2011 | 4.25 in | Softball | 4 | Douglas, Pottawattamie |
| June 4, 2005 | 4 in | Softball | 4 | Douglas, Pottawattamie, Sarpy |
| April 17, 2025 | 4 in | Softball | 12 | Douglas, Pottawattamie |
| June 29, 2017 | 3.75 in | Teacup | 38 | Douglas, Pottawattamie, Sarpy |
| August 3, 2010 | 3 in | Teacup | 3 | Douglas, Pottawattamie, Sarpy |
| August 22, 2011 | 3 in | Teacup | 3 | Douglas, Sarpy |
| June 12, 2024 | 3 in | Teacup | 3 | Douglas, Pottawattamie, Sarpy |
| April 24, 2025 | 3 in | Teacup | 19 | Douglas, Pottawattamie |
When hail season hits Omaha
Of the 165 hail days since 2000, 140 fell between April and August. June had the most (39), then May (36), April (24), July (21) and August (20). Hail has been reported as early as February and as late as October.
Storms worth knowing
June 29, 2017
A supercell crossed the Omaha metro with hail up to baseball size. The National Weather Service listed reports from Benson, Papillion, Bellevue and Millard, with the largest at 3.75 inches in the Benson area. (NWS Omaha/Valley)
June 25, 2024
The NOAA record shows a 4.5 inch report in Sarpy County, the joint largest in the metro since 2000, plus 2.5 inch reports in Douglas, Sarpy and Pottawattamie counties.
April 17, 2025
Two long-lived supercells crossed eastern Nebraska and southwest Iowa with hail up to softball size (4 inches), gusts over 80 mph and several tornadoes. Metro reports included 2.75 inch hail at Bennington and 4 inch hail near McClelland in Pottawattamie County. (NWS Omaha/Valley)
How to read this map
- These are hail reports from storm spotters, the public, media and apps, collected by NOAA's Storm Prediction Center. They are not a measurement of every storm, and no report doesn't mean no hail.
- Places with more people tend to have more reports, so the busiest parts of town will look busier.
- Dates follow NOAA's records, which use Central Standard Time.
- The map covers 2000 through 2025, the years in NOAA's final database. 2026 reports are still preliminary.
- Data: NOAA Storm Prediction Center severe weather database, filtered to Douglas County NE, Sarpy County NE and Pottawattamie County IA.
Hail size cheat sheet
| Size | Looks like |
|---|---|
| 1 in | Quarter |
| 1.25 in | Half dollar |
| 1.5 in | Ping pong ball |
| 1.75 in | Golf ball |
| 2 in | Hen egg |
| 2.5 in | Tennis ball |
| 2.75 in | Baseball |
| 3 in | Teacup |
| 4 in | Softball |
| 4.5 in | Grapefruit |
The Nebraska Department of Insurance says hail generally has to be about 1 1/4 inches (half-dollar size) to damage heavy composite shingles.
After a hailstorm
If hail just came through, start with what to do first after hail damage. If you want someone to look, a roof inspection is the place to start, and if you're replacing anyway, read up on impact-resistant shingles.
Frequently asked questions
Does Omaha get hail every year?
Yes. Hail 1 inch or larger was reported somewhere in Douglas, Sarpy or Pottawattamie County in every year from 2000 to 2025.
What is the biggest hail reported in Omaha since 2000?
The largest reports in the NOAA record are 4.5 inches in Sarpy County, on May 4, 2003 and June 25, 2024. Douglas County's largest was 4.25 inches on August 18, 2011.
When is hail season in Omaha?
Mostly April through August, with May and June the busiest months. Hail has been reported as early as February and as late as October.
Can I see hail from 2026 on this map?
Not yet. NOAA's final database runs through 2025. Early 2026 reports show the largest metro hail so far was 1.25 inches, on April 23, 2026 near Millard and La Vista.
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