Palm Coast, FL Hail Storm – July 2026

A hail-producing thunderstorm moved through Palm Coast, FL on July 27, 2026, producing a peak hail diameter of 1.25 inches. The event concluded the same afternoon.

What Happened

The storm produced three National Weather Service warnings during the afternoon warning window. NWS issued the first warning at 1:33 PM EDT (17:33 UTC) indicating 0.75-inch hail. A second warning followed at 1:38 PM EDT (17:38 UTC) with the same 0.75-inch hail threat. A third NWS warning was issued at 1:59 PM EDT (17:59 UTC), also indicating 0.75-inch hail. Each warning was categorized as NWS warning only at the time of issuance.

Dual-polarization radar showed hail signatures across the Palm Coast metro during the warning sequence. Subsequent ground reports verified hail up to 1.25 inches in diameter at locations within the Palm Coast area. The strongest hail fell during the mid- to late-afternoon window associated with the 1:59 PM EDT warning.

Damage Assessment

Measured hail ranged from pea size up to 1.25 inches. Hail in the 0.75–1.25-inch range commonly causes chipped paint and dents on unshielded vehicles. Asphalt shingle roofs may show bruising and granule loss where hail struck directly. Outdoor equipment, screens, and exposed soft metals are at elevated risk for cosmetic and functional damage when struck by 1.25-inch stones.

Visible damage in Palm Coast should be expected where hail accumulations and direct-strike patterns overlap residential and commercial properties along the storm’s path. Photographic documentation and timed neighborhood canvasses will help establish where impact severity reached the higher end of the measured range.

What Contractors Should Know

Inspect roofs for localized impact points and granule loss first. Start with photographed pre-storm condition if available. Use a measured scale in all photos and note the time and exact address for each image. On vehicles, prioritize inspections of body panels, windshields, and trim. Small dents can develop into corrosion points; document through close-up photos and straight-on reference images.

Limit initial public estimates to visible, accessible damage and avoid invasive testing until insurers authorize. Coordinate with adjusters on clustered claims inside the Palm Coast metro to reduce repeat visits. For exact strike locations and to align field inspections with observed hail swaths, consult the paid Strike Map for this event to view the precise hail track and damage zone overlays.