Hail in Franklin County, AR
Hail turns up in Franklin County on a regular basis. NOAA radar has confirmed 9 hail events of 1 inch or larger in Franklin County since 2025, the largest 1.8″ (golf ball) on May 9, 2026. The most recent confirmed hail was May 9, 2026.
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About Franklin County, AR
Franklin County straddles the Arkansas River valley in the western part of the state, with the Ozark Plateau rising to the north and the Ouachita uplands to the south. Spring fronts moving through the valley lift warm, moist air into storms that occasionally turn severe and drop sizable hail. The Western Arkansas radar (KSRX) lies about 31 miles to the southwest, close enough to keep the county in good view.
The hail record for Franklin County, AR
Franklin County doesn't see hail every month, but it's a recurring visitor, with 9 confirmed events since 2025.
The dangerous window runs spring into early summer, with May the busiest month on record.
Common questions
How often does it hail in Franklin County?
NOAA radar has confirmed 9 severe hail events (1 inch or larger) in the Franklin County area since 2025.
When is hail season in Franklin County?
Franklin County sees hail from spring into early summer, most often in May.
What's the largest hail recorded in Franklin County?
Radar confirmed 1.8-inch hail, about golf ball size, on May 9, 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 Franklin County this year?
Franklin 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 Franklin County in 2026?
Yes, 1 confirmed hail event so far in 2026, most recently May 9, 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 Franklin County, AR
What this means for your home
Damage can be invisible from the ground
At Franklin 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.