Las Vegas, NV Hail Storm – August 2026

Las Vegas, NV experienced hail up to 1 inch on August 9, 2026, as a short-lived severe thunderstorm moved across the metro in the early afternoon. The episode produced localized hail impacts within a single NWS warning area.

What Happened

The storm crossed the Las Vegas metro on August 9, 2026, with the National Weather Service issuing one severe thunderstorm warning for the area at 2:10 PM PDT. The NWS warning area did not include a hail-size estimate. Dual-polarization radar returned hail signatures over parts of the metro during the event. Local spotter reports aligned with the radar detections and identified hail up to 1 inch in diameter. The hail and convective cells were transient, with most hail reports concentrated within a roughly 30–45 minute window in the early afternoon. No additional NWS alerts were issued for the same storm after the initial warning area expired.

Damage Assessment

Hail measured at 1 inch in diameter typically causes cosmetic and intermediate damage on exposed surfaces in the Las Vegas metro. Vehicle paint and glass can show dents and chips when hail falls at typical storm-driven terminal velocities. Asphalt shingle impact marks and edge granule loss are common on unprotected roofing materials after 1-inch hail. Vinyl siding and soft metal trim may sustain dents or surface deformation. Skylights and single-pane windows are at risk for cracking under concentrated impacts, particularly when hail is driven by gusty outflow.

Reports from the event indicate damage was localized to portions of the metro where radar and spotter reports overlapped. Property owners should expect isolated vehicle and roofing damage rather than widespread structural failure. Replaceable exterior elements such as vent covers, HVAC condenser fins, and gutter sections are commonly affected and were noted in field reports from this event.

What Contractors Should Know

Inspect roofs for impact signatures and photograph damage with a measured scale. Focus inspections on windward roof planes and ridge lines within the reported hail track. Document granular loss on asphalt shingles, bruising on single-ply membranes, and denting on metal flashings. Record exact addresses, time-stamped photos, and visible hail remnants when present. Use the NWS warning area and the reported times to narrow canvass zones.

Prioritize vehicles and outdoor equipment claims in the immediate aftermath. Advise vehicle owners to document dents and paint chips before driving. Check HVAC units for bent fins and compromised coils. For roofing work, secure permits and follow local disposal and replacement codes. Provide written estimates that separate repairable elements from full replacements and note when further damage could emerge during subsequent weather events.

The paid Strike Map provides the precise hail track and radar-derived impact points for this event.