Houma, LA Hail Storm – August 2026

A hail-producing thunderstorm moved through Houma, LA on August 25, 2026, producing up to 2.45-inch hail and triggering four NWS alerts. The event concluded the same evening.

What Happened

The storm entered the Houma metro in the early evening and produced a sequence of alerts between 6:04 PM CDT and 7:44 PM CDT. At 6:04 PM CDT the National Weather Service issued a warning noting 1.00-inch hail (NWS warning only). At 6:41 PM CDT NEXRAD dual-polarization radar detected hail up to 1.75 inches. At 7:02 PM CDT radar returned a 1.15-inch detection. At 7:44 PM CDT the NWS issued a later warning for 0.75-inch hail (NWS warning only). The highest measured hail diameter for the event was 2.45 inches based on post-event verification.

Radar detections bracketed most of the reported hail activity. Two of the four NWS alerts were tied to radar-detected hail. Two alerts were NWS warning only and did not include radar-derived size estimates.

Damage Assessment

Reported and radar-detected hail diameters during the event ranged from 0.75 inch to 2.45 inches. Hail in the lower end of that range commonly dents vehicle panels and can break glass in exposed skylights. Hail approaching and exceeding 2.0 inches increases the probability of shingle impact damage and can crack siding and roofing tiles. Inspect roofs, vehicle surfaces, and exterior glass on properties across the Houma metro for impact marks consistent with 1–2.5 inch hail.

No centralized structural-collapse reports were received for Houma in the immediate aftermath. Localized reports of dented vehicles and damaged roofing materials are consistent with the recorded size spectrum and radar detections for this event.

What Contractors Should Know

Prioritize rapid exterior assessments for residential and commercial properties in neighborhoods along the storm path. Document roof condition with high-resolution photos and note impact patterns on shingles, gutters, vents, and skylights. Measure hail-related surface damage and collect timestamps tied to on-site photos to align with the 6:04 PM–7:44 PM CDT alert window for claims and inspections.

For repairs, inspect underlayment and flashings for secondary damage after visible shingle impact is logged. Inventory softened or fractured shingles and test for granule loss that indicates reduced service life. Coordinate vehicle-dent assessments with body shops experienced in hail repair, and advise property owners to retain original damaged materials where possible for insurer review.

Refer to the Strike Map for the precise hail track and paid damage zone mapping.