Hail in Jefferson Davis County, MS
Hail turns up in Jefferson Davis County on a regular basis. NOAA radar has confirmed 5 hail events of 1 inch or larger in Jefferson Davis County since 2026, the largest 1.8″ (golf ball) on April 25, 2026. The most recent confirmed hail was May 7, 2026.
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About Jefferson Davis County, MS
Jefferson Davis County sits in the gently rolling Piney Woods of south-central Mississippi, a region of pine forest and small farms. Hail is uncommon in this humid stretch, usually limited to small stones when a spring front lifts moist Gulf air enough to spark a stronger storm. The Jackson/Brandon radar (KDGX) lies about 50 miles to the north, distant enough that it reads storm tops over the county better than low-level detail.
The hail record for Jefferson Davis County, MS
Hail is a recurring threat in Jefferson Davis County, with 5 confirmed events on record since 2026.
The dangerous window runs spring into early summer, with April the busiest month on record.
Common questions
How often does it hail in Jefferson Davis County?
NOAA radar has confirmed 5 severe hail events (1 inch or larger) in the Jefferson Davis County area since 2026.
When is hail season in Jefferson Davis County?
Hail in Jefferson Davis County is concentrated in April, within a season that runs spring into early summer.
What's the largest hail recorded in Jefferson Davis County?
Radar confirmed 1.8-inch hail, about golf ball size, on April 25, 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 Jefferson Davis County this year?
Jefferson Davis 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 Jefferson Davis County in 2026?
Yes, 5 confirmed hail events so far in 2026, most recently May 7, 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 Jefferson Davis County, MS
What this means for your home
Damage can be invisible from the ground
At Jefferson Davis 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.
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.
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.
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.