Hail smaller than 1" in diameter is considered SUB-SEVERE. Severe hail starts at 1" and larger.
Hail Diameter (In) | Description | |
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1/4" | Pea size | ![]() |
1/2" | Reg.M&M candy or Mothball size |
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DO NOT USE MARBLE SIZE (too many sizes) |
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7/10" | Dime size | ![]() |
3/4" | Penny size | ![]() |
7/8" | Nickel size | ![]() |
SEVERE SIZED HAIL | ||
Hail Diameter (In) | Description | |
1" | Quarter size | ![]() |
1 1/4" | 1/2 Dollar size | ![]() |
1 1/2" | Ping Pong Ball size or Walnut size |
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1 3/4" | Golf Ball size | ![]() |
2" | Hen Egg size or Lime size |
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2 1/2" | Tennis ball size | ![]() |
2 3/4" | Baseball size | ![]() |
4" | Grapefruit size | ![]() |
4 1/2" | Softball size | ![]() |