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Australia: Queensland Hit by Storms with Hail and Power Outages

Storms swept through southeast Queensland on Sunday, October 26, bringing damaging winds and large hail. Tens of thousands of residents were left without power.

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US: Oklahoma Hit by Severe Thunderstorms with Hail and Damaging Winds 3

Parts of Oklahoma saw severe weather with damaging winds and hail on Thursday, October 23.

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US: Oklahoma Hit by Severe Thunderstorms with Hail and Damaging Winds 2

Parts of Oklahoma saw severe weather with damaging winds and hail on Thursday, October 23.

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US: Oklahoma Hit by Severe Thunderstorms with Hail and Damaging Winds

Parts of Oklahoma saw severe weather with damaging winds and hail on Thursday, October 23.

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US: Large Hail Batters North Texas as Severe Storms Sweep Through 4

Strong winds and large hail battered North Texas on Sunday, August 21, as severe storms swept through the area.

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US: Large Hail Batters North Texas as Severe Storms Sweep Through 3

Strong winds and large hail battered North Texas on Sunday, August 21, as severe storms swept through the area.

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US: Large Hail Batters North Texas as Severe Storms Sweep Through 2

Strong winds and large hail battered North Texas on Sunday, August 21, as severe storms swept through the area.

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US: Large Hail Batters North Texas as Severe Storms Sweep Through

Strong winds and large hail battered North Texas on Sunday, August 21, as severe storms swept through the area.

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US: Severe Thunderstorm Brings Intense Hail to Twin Cities

A severe thunderstorm brought large hail to the Twin Cities and surrounding areas in Minnesota, on Sunday, September 21, as the National Weather Service issued several weather alerts for the region.

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China: Beijing Go-Kart Track Hit by Sudden Hailstorm

On September 13, 2025, in Beijing, China, a man was driving a go-kart when a sudden hailstorm hit. The track was quickly covered with icy pellets, making it slippery and reducing visibility. The man struggled to control the kart but managed to steer carefully until the hail eased.

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China: Rare Hailstorm Pummels Beijing

On September 13, 2025, in Beijing, China, a hailstorm dropped large ice chunks, scattering leaves and debris. Residents described the storm as terrifying and intense.

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China: Beijing Streets Covered in Thick Hail After Severe Storm

On September 13, 2025, in Beijing, China, streets and sidewalks were covered with thick layers of hail. Cars were trapped, and pedestrians carefully walked across icy roads.

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China: Rare Hailstorm Pummels Beijing 2

On September 13, 2025, in Beijing, China, a hailstorm dropped large ice chunks, scattering leaves and debris. Residents described the storm as terrifying and intense.

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US: Storms Drop Large Hail in Central Kansas

Parts of Kansas were hit by large hail on Wednesday, September 3, as storms swept through the state. Some areas reported hail the size of golf balls and ping pong balls.

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US: Shelf Cloud Rolls Over Minneapolis Sky

Minnesota, including the Twin Cities metro area, experienced extreme heat and humidity ahead of intense storms on Sunday, July 27. These storms brought a threat of damaging winds, large hail, and tornadoes. Most of the state was under a slight risk (level 2 of 5) for severe weather, according to NOAA's Storm Prediction Center (SPC).

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US: Tornado Sirens Blare as Tornado-Producing Storms Sweep Through Minnesota

Severe thunderstorms prompted multiple weather warnings for threats including tornadoes, flash flooding, damaging winds, and large hail as they swept through Minnesota on Sunday, July 27. This video shows tornado sirens blaring in Paynesville.

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US: Rainbow Brightens St. Cloud Sunset Amid Severe Weather Warning

Severe thunderstorms prompted multiple weather warnings for threats including tornadoes, flash flooding, damaging winds, and large hail as they swept through Minnesota on Sunday, July 27. This video shows a huge rainbow spotted over the sunset sky in St. Cloud amid a severe thunderstorm warning.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Pummel Minnesota, Cause Widespread Outages

Severe thunderstorms moved through Minnesota on Sunday, July 27, prompting several weather warnings due to threats of tornado, flash flooding, damaging winds, and large hail. The storms knocked down trees and power lines, leaving tens of thousands without power.

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US: Storm Brings Hail in Colorado

On Sunday, July 6, severe thunderstorms impacted Colorado, especially the northeastern plains, bringing large hail (up to 2 inches) and damaging wind gusts. While Denver primarily experienced thunder and rain, other parts of Colorado were hit with significant hail and other severe weather.

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US: Thunderstorm Hits Eastern Pennsylvania, Leaving Damage

A thunderstorm rolled through eastern Pennsylvania on Thursday, June 26, bringing large hail and gusty winds. Flooding and damage were also reported in its aftermath.

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Spain: Large Hail Hits Teruel, Aragon, Causing Damage

Storms brought large hail to Teruel, Aragon, northeastern Spain on Sunday afternoon, June 15, causing damage to vehicles and structures.

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Spain: Madrid Caught in Unexpected June Hailstorm 2

A sudden hailstorm surprised Madrid residents on Wednesday afternoon, June 11, catching many off guard. Videos posted on social media show hailstones the size of golf balls pelting the streets.

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Spain: Madrid Caught in Unexpected June Hailstorm

A sudden hailstorm surprised Madrid residents on Wednesday afternoon, June 11, catching many off guard. Videos posted on social media show hailstones the size of golf balls pelting the streets.

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US: Hurricane-Force Winds Lash Northern Texas

Powerful thunderstorms packing hurricane-force wind gusts and large hail swept through Texas on Sunday, June 8, causing widespread power outages. A 100-mph wind gust, which is as strong as a Category 2 hurricane, was reported in Knox County, northern parts of the state.

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US: Severe Storms Bring Tornado Threats to North Texas

A severe thunderstorm moved through northern Texas on Sunday, June 8, bringing strong winds, large size hail, and tornado threats. This video shows tornado sirens blaring in Richardson amid multiple warnings across the state.

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US: Severe Thunderstorm Brings Large Hail to West Texas

A severe thunderstorm moved through Texas on Sunday, June 8, bringing strong winds, large hail, and tornado threats. This video shows hail pelting a household swimming pool in Big Spring, Texas.

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US: Flooding Hits Lubbock After Tornadic Storms Sweep Through West Texas

Severe storms swept through West Texas on Thursday, June 5, bringing large hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes. In Lubbock and surrounding areas, streets were flooded following the storm, and power outages were reported throughout the area.

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US: Storms Bring Damaging Hail and Winds to North Texas 2

Severe storms hit North Texas on Sunday, June 1, bringing damaging winds and large hail, with reports of vehicle and property damage.

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US: Storms Bring Damaging Hail and Winds to North Texas

Severe storms hit North Texas on Sunday, June 1, bringing damaging winds and large hail, with reports of vehicle and property damage.

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US: Storm in Austin Drops Hammer of Hail on Parked Cars

On May 28, a powerful storm swept through Austin, Texas, bringing intense hail and strong winds. This video shows hailstones pummeling parked cars with incredible force in the Windsor Park neighborhood.

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US: Severe Hailstorm Slams Central Texas 10

A severe hailstorm with strong winds battered Central Texas including Austin metro on Wednesday, May 28, causing major power outages.

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US: Severe Hailstorm Slams Central Texas 9

A severe hailstorm with strong winds battered Central Texas including Austin metro on Wednesday, May 28, causing major power outages.

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US: Severe Hailstorm Slams Central Texas 6

A severe hailstorm with strong winds battered Central Texas including Austin metro on Wednesday, May 28, causing major power outages.

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US: Severe Hailstorm Slams Central Texas 7

A severe hailstorm with strong winds battered Central Texas including Austin metro on Wednesday, May 28, causing major power outages.

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US: Severe Hailstorm Slams Central Texas 8

A severe hailstorm with strong winds battered Central Texas including Austin metro on Wednesday, May 28, causing major power outages.

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US: Severe Hailstorm Slams Central Texas 5

A severe hailstorm with strong winds battered Central Texas including Austin metro on Wednesday, May 28, causing major power outages.

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US: Severe Hailstorm Slams Central Texas 4

A severe hailstorm with strong winds battered Central Texas including Austin metro on Wednesday, May 28, causing major power outages.

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US: Severe Hailstorm Slams Central Texas 2

A severe hailstorm with strong winds battered Central Texas including Austin metro on Wednesday, May 28, causing major power outages.

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US: Severe Hailstorm Slams Central Texas 3

A severe hailstorm with strong winds battered Central Texas including Austin metro on Wednesday, May 28, causing major power outages.

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US: Severe Hailstorm Slams Central Texas

A severe hailstorm with strong winds battered Central Texas including Austin metro on Wednesday, May 28, causing major power outages.

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US: Strong Storm Blasts Texas as Memorial Day Tornado Touches Down Near Menard

A tornado was spotted touching down just west of Menard, Texas, on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26. A strong storm brought gusty winds and large hail, up to baseball size, to the area.

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US: Memorial Day Storms Unleash Large Hail in Western Oklahoma

Severe thunderstorms swept through Oklahoma on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, bringing large hail and strong winds to the western region.

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US: Tornado-Warned Storm Sweeps Through South and Central Texas, Bringing Large Hail 2

A tornado-warned storm swept through South and Central Texas on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, bringing large hail and gusty winds.

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US: Tornado-Warned Storm Sweeps Through South and Central Texas, Bringing Large Hail

A tornado-warned storm swept through South and Central Texas on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, bringing large hail and gusty winds.

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US: Confirmed Tornado Strikes Kit Carson, Colorado Amid Severe Storm

A confirmed tornado was located over Kit Carson, Colorado on Friday, May 23, as a storm system moved into Colorado, bringing strong winds and large size hail.

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US: Thunderstorms Bring Intense Hail to Northwest Arkansas 6

A series of thunderstorms brought large hail to Northwest Arkansas on Sunday, May 18, leaving damage in some areas.

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France: Thunderstorms Bring Large Hail to Occitanie 7

Météo-France issued an orange alert on Monday, May 19, for 11 southwestern French departments, including Lot, Tarn-et-Garonne, Tarn, Dordogne, Aveyron, Gers, Haute-Garonne, Hautes-Pyrénées, Ariège, Aude, and Cantal due to heavy rain and thunderstorms accompanied by severe hailstorms. 6-7 cm of hailstones were reported in the Haute-Garonne department in Occitania.

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France: Thunderstorms Bring Large Hail to Occitanie 8

Météo-France issued an orange alert on Monday, May 19, for 11 southwestern French departments, including Lot, Tarn-et-Garonne, Tarn, Dordogne, Aveyron, Gers, Haute-Garonne, Hautes-Pyrénées, Ariège, Aude, and Cantal due to heavy rain and thunderstorms accompanied by severe hailstorms. 6-7 cm of hailstones were reported in the Haute-Garonne department in Occitania.

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US: Intense Hail Pounds Oklahoma Amid Severe Weather Outbreak 3

The National Weather Service issued multiple severe weather alerts across Oklahoma on Monday, May 19, including tornado watches and warnings. The storms brought heavy rain, large hail, and strong winds—knocking down power poles and trees, damaging homes, and causing power outages and flight delays.

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US: Thunderstorms Bring Intense Hail to Northwest Arkansas 5

A series of thunderstorms brought hail to Northwest Arkansas on Sunday, May 18, leaving damage in some areas.

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