Lewisburg, TN Hail Storm – May 2026

Lewisburg, TN experienced a concluded hail event from May 31 into June 1, 2026, producing peak stones to 2.25 inches and repeated hail-producing cells across the metro.

What Happened

Storm activity began in the late afternoon on May 31 and produced a sequence of 40 NWS alerts through late afternoon June 1. Ten alerts included dual-polarization radar detections indicating sizable hail signatures. Thirty alerts were issued as NWS warning only without a radar hail signature noted in the alert text. Radar-detected signatures included notable returns around mid-afternoon June 1, with a radar-derived 1.75-inch signature observed at 1:41 PM CDT and additional radar-detected 1.34- to 1.10-inch signatures later that afternoon. The event delivered repeated passes over the Lewisburg metro rather than a single long-track supercell. The storm is concluded.

Damage Assessment

Radial detections and warning reports indicate a mix of hail sizes across the metro, ranging from three-quarter-inch stones up to stones larger than 2 inches in isolated pockets. Stones larger than 2 inches frequently dent vehicle panels and can crack or remove asphalt shingle surfacing, especially on older roofs in need of replacement. Radar-detected 1.25- to 1.75-inch pockets that passed through residential neighborhoods are likely to have caused observable rooftop granule loss and siding dents on vinyl or aluminum surfaces.

Inspectors working in Lewisburg should prioritize areas that received repeated alert coverage and the radar-detected pockets noted above. Pay special attention to parked vehicles under trees, exposed rooftop HVAC units, and rooftop-mounted equipment such as solar arrays and satellite dishes. Soft metals and thin-gauge flashing commonly show impact deformation at these sizes. Window glazing in vehicles and buildings is less likely to fail from single impacts at 1–1.75 inches but can break where glass is already compromised or where multiple impacts concentrate.

What Contractors Should Know

Perform an initial visual roof survey from the ground for hail impact patterns before accessing roofs. Photograph roof fields, ridge lines, and hip end caps with a measurable reference in each shot. Record GPS coordinates and note the nearest street address tied to each photo. When roofs show shingle surfacing loss or cupping, document the exposure and date. Check rooftop equipment, gutters, soffits, and siding for dents and punctures. Where solar panels or HVAC units show impact, document serial numbers and manufacturer model data for claims.

For temporary remediation, use industry-standard tarping and securement techniques. Avoid permanent repairs until a full inspection is completed and insurance directives are clear. Provide clients with an itemized scope that distinguishes storm-related impact from pre-existing wear. Contractors should also reference radar-detected alert timing and locations when filing estimates. For precise hail track points and the paid damage zone, view the Strike Map.