Recent storms / Texas
Hail in Texas on May 1, 2026
8 hail reports. Largest: 1.5" (ping pong ball) near Kinkler (Lavaca County).
Possible roof damage for homes where the largest hail fell
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Where hail was reported
Under 1"1" to 1.74"1.75" (golf ball) and up
All reports
| Size | Near | County | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5" (ping pong ball) | Kinkler | Lavaca | 1:30 AM CST |
| 1" (quarter) | Belmont | Gonzales | 12:38 AM CST |
| 1" (quarter) | Derby | Frio | 12:50 AM CST |
| 1" (quarter) | Victoria | Victoria | 1:02 PM CST |
| 1" (quarter) | Raisin | Victoria | 12:53 PM CST |
| 1" (quarter) | Tivoli | Refugio | 1:31 PM CST |
| 1" (quarter) | Kenedy | Karnes | 11:52 AM CST |
| 0.75" (penny) | Victoria | Victoria | 1:00 PM CST |
Source: NOAA Storm Events (official). Counties: Lavaca, Gonzales, Frio, Victoria, Refugio, Karnes.