Abilene, TX Hail Storm – June 2026

Abilene, Texas is tracking an active hail-producing thunderstorm on June 18–19, 2026, with radar-detected hail peaking at 2.14 inches.

What Happened

The multi-zone storm initiated late on June 18 and is continuing to produce hail across the Abilene metro area. Ten NWS alerts were issued between 8:46 PM CDT on June 18 and 4:23 AM CDT on June 19. Five alerts reported radar-detected hail measurements and five were NWS warning only alerts.

Key alert times and detections: 8:46 PM CDT (June 18) – radar-detected 1.22 inch; 10:12 PM CDT (June 18) – radar-detected 2.03 inch; 11:09 PM CDT (June 18) – radar-detected 1.50 inch; 12:16 AM CDT (June 19) – NWS warning only reporting 1.00 inch; 2:27 AM CDT (June 19) – radar-detected 1.53 inch; 2:35 AM CDT (June 19) – NWS warning only reporting 0.75 inch; 3:16 AM CDT (June 19) – radar-detected 1.39 inch; subsequent NWS warning only alerts continued through 4:23 AM CDT with reported values at 0.75 inch.

Radar detections used dual-polarization NEXRAD analysis. NWS warning only alerts reflect the warning polygon issued for the storm path and do not carry the same point-level radar detection detail. The system remains active and tracking through the metro area as of this update.

Damage Assessment

Hail sizes observed range from roughly 0.75 inch to more than 2 inches. Hail at the lower bound commonly dents soft metal, damages window screens, and strips shingle granules. Hail around 1.25 to 1.75 inches increases the probability of broken skylights, cracked single-pane glass, and moderate damage to asphalt shingles and vinyl siding.

Stones larger than 2 inches pose a heightened risk to vehicles, exposed HVAC equipment, and older roofing systems. Localized concentrations of larger stones can produce roof punctures, shattered vehicle glass, and concentrated shingle loss. Damage reports should be tied to specific times and locations within the warning area for accurate claims and repairs.

What Contractors Should Know

Prioritize inspections for exposed assets in the metro area once conditions allow. Start with vehicle yards, flat and low-slope roofs, skylights, and outdoor mechanical equipment. Photograph damage with a time and location stamp. Log the associated NWS alert times and whether the local report was radar-detected or NWS warning only. Triage by severity and access safety.

Field crews should not operate during active hail or lightning. Expect continued storm activity and schedule assessments only when the storm has moved beyond the immediate area. Coordinate with adjusters and document pre-repair conditions. Prepare temporary coverings for roof penetrations and arrange follow-up for full roof evaluation and measurements.

See the Strike Map for the precise hail track and paid product hail track data.