Hail in Dearborn, MI
Hail turns up in Dearborn on a regular basis. NOAA radar has confirmed 6 hail events of 1 inch or larger in Dearborn since 2026, the largest 1.3″ (half dollar) on September 3, 2026. The most recent confirmed hail was September 3, 2026.
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About Dearborn, MI
Dearborn sits on the flat lake plain of southeastern Michigan, just west of Detroit and not far from the Detroit River. Warm-season thunderstorms can bring occasional hail, though the area sees it infrequently and usually at modest size. The Detroit (KDTX) radar stands about 30 mi to the northwest, well positioned to track storms moving across the metro toward the city.
The hail record for Dearborn, MI
Dearborn doesn't see hail every month, but it's a recurring visitor, with 6 confirmed events since 2026.
The dangerous window runs spring into early summer, with June the busiest month on record.
Common questions
How often does it hail in Dearborn?
NOAA radar has confirmed 6 severe hail events (1 inch or larger) in the Dearborn area since 2026.
When is hail season in Dearborn?
Dearborn sees hail from spring into early summer, most often in June.
What's the largest hail recorded in Dearborn?
Radar confirmed 1.3-inch hail, about half dollar size, on September 3, 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.
Is Dearborn's hail big enough to damage a roof?
It can be. Asphalt shingles can begin showing functional damage in the ¾-to-1-inch range, and Dearborn's confirmed hail reaches 1.3″. At these sizes damage is often hard to see from the ground, so whether it's a claimable loss depends on shingle type, age, and an inspection.
Will it hail again in Dearborn this year?
Dearborn'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 Dearborn in 2026?
Yes, 6 confirmed hail events so far in 2026, most recently September 3, 2026.
Recent confirmed hail near Dearborn, MI
What this means for your home
Damage can be invisible from the ground
At Dearborn'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.
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.
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.
Keep a 'before' record
Photos of your roof and exterior in good condition make new hail damage much easier to prove later. A few shots now, before the next storm, can save an argument with an adjuster over what's old wear and what's storm damage.
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.
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 city by warning-area overlap. Federal public-domain data. A confirmed event indicates radar-detected hail over the area, not a guarantee of damage to any specific property.