Hail in Garrett County, MD
NOAA radar has confirmed 3 hail events of 1 inch or larger in Garrett County since 2025, the largest 1″ (quarter) on May 13, 2026. The most recent confirmed hail was May 13, 2026.
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About Garrett County, MD
Garrett County occupies the westernmost corner of Maryland, high on the Allegheny Plateau where forested ridges rise into cool, elevated highlands. Hail is uncommon at this altitude; the cool mountain air tends to blunt storm intensity, though terrain-driven lift can occasionally spark a storm carrying modest stones. The Pittsburgh (KPBZ) radar sits well off to the northwest at about 85 miles, far enough that it samples storm tops over the highlands and little near the ground.
The hail record for Garrett County, MD
May is the peak, but the broader risk stretches across spring and into early summer.
Garrett County is no Plains hot spot, but the storms that do reach it have still dropped hail up to 1″.
Common questions
How often does it hail in Garrett County?
NOAA radar has confirmed 3 severe hail events (1 inch or larger) in the Garrett County area since 2025.
When is hail season in Garrett County?
Hail in Garrett County is concentrated in May, within a season that runs spring into early summer.
What's the largest hail recorded in Garrett County?
Radar confirmed 1-inch hail, about quarter size, on May 13, 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 Garrett County'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 Garrett County's confirmed hail reaches 1″. 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.
Did it hail in Garrett County in 2026?
Yes, 1 confirmed hail event so far in 2026, most recently May 13, 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 Garrett County, MD
What this means for your home
Damage can be invisible from the ground
At Garrett 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.
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.
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
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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.