Hail in Daviess County, IN
Hail turns up in Daviess County on a regular basis. NOAA radar has confirmed 7 hail events of 1 inch or larger in Daviess County since 2026, the largest 1.9″ (golf ball) on May 16, 2026. The most recent confirmed hail was September 18, 2026.
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About Daviess County, IN
Daviess County lies in southwestern Indiana in the lowlands along the White and East Fork White rivers, a mix of farmland and gentle hills. Hail is not a regular event, but strong cold fronts moving through during the spring can spark storms capable of dropping sizable stones. The Evansville radar (KVWX) sits about 47 miles to the southwest and keeps the county in view.
The hail record for Daviess County, IN
Hail is a recurring threat in Daviess County, with 7 confirmed events on record since 2026.
Daviess County's hail isn't confined to one stretch of the calendar; it recurs from spring into summer, heaviest in April.
Common questions
How often does it hail in Daviess County?
NOAA radar has confirmed 7 severe hail events (1 inch or larger) in the Daviess County area since 2026.
When is hail season in Daviess County?
Daviess County sees hail from spring into early summer, most often in April.
What's the largest hail recorded in Daviess County?
Radar confirmed 1.9-inch hail, about golf ball size, on May 16, 2026.
Does homeowner's insurance cover hail damage?
Hail is a covered peril under most standard homeowner's policies (typically HO-3), subject to your deductible. Whether you have replacement-cost or actual-cash-value coverage makes a big difference in what's paid out. Your declarations page will say which.
Will it hail again in Daviess County this year?
Daviess County's record already includes more than one confirmed event in a single season. That's what the data shows so far, not a prediction for any given season.
Did it hail in Daviess County in 2026?
Yes, 7 confirmed hail events so far in 2026, most recently September 18, 2026.
How much does hail roof damage cost to repair?
It ranges widely. Minor repairs can run a few hundred dollars, while a full roof replacement on an average home often runs $8,000–$20,000+ depending on size, pitch, and material. What you actually pay depends on your deductible and whether your policy is replacement-cost or actual-cash-value.
Recent confirmed hail near Daviess County, IN
What this means for your home
Damage can be invisible from the ground
At Daviess County's typical sizes, hail often bruises shingles and loosens granules without obvious holes, shortening roof life in ways that are easy to miss until the next storm or an inspection.
Document before you repair
If you suspect hail damage, photograph it and note the storm's date before making any repairs. Undocumented or already-fixed damage is much harder to claim later.
Replacement cost vs. actual cash value
An RCV policy pays to replace your roof at today's prices; an ACV policy subtracts depreciation for the roof's age, which can mean a much smaller check on an older roof. Knowing which you carry shapes what a hail claim is actually worth.
Claims have deadlines
Policies set a deadline for hail-damage claims, and state law may also apply. Windows range from months to several years depending on your state and policy. Knowing the exact date hail hit your address helps you file on time.
Know your hail deductible
Many policies in hail-prone states use a percentage deductible, often 1–2% of the home's insured value rather than a flat dollar amount. On a $400,000 home that can be $4,000–$8,000 out of pocket before coverage starts, so it's worth checking your declarations page before a storm.
Get more than one estimate
After a damaging storm, reputable local roofers get busy and out-of-town crews flood in. Get multiple written estimates and verify licensing and local references before signing anything.
Before you call your insurer
Get the radar evidence for your address.
A NOAA Radar Evidence Report documents exactly what federal radar recorded at your address - hail size, date, and signature - in a formatted PDF you can attach to a claim. Built entirely from public NOAA data.
Events are NOAA/NWS Severe Thunderstorm Warnings with confirmed hail ≥ 1 inch, matched to this county by the warning centroid. Federal public-domain data. A confirmed event indicates radar-detected hail over the area, not a guarantee of damage to any specific property.