NWS La Crosse Severe Thunderstorm Reference Table (Hail)

Extreme Fire Weather Concerns; Severe Thunderstorms from the Plains to Mississippi Valley

Extremely critical fire weather concerns for portions of the southern High Plans as strong wind and very dry conditions could result in rapid spread of any fires. Meanwhile, severe thunderstorms are expected once again across areas of the Central and Southern Plains, then spreading in the Mississippi Valley regions on Monday. Damaging winds, very large hail and strong tornadoes are possible. Read More >

Hail Diameter (In)	Description
1/4"	Pea size
1/2"	Reg.M&M candy or Mothball size
DO NOT USE MARBLE SIZE (too many sizes)
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
1 3/4"	Golf Ball size
2"	Hen Egg size or Lime size
2 1/2"	Tennis ball size
2 3/4"	Baseball size
4"	Grapefruit size
4 1/2"	Softball size

Hail Diameter (In)

Description

1/4"

Pea size