Hail in ZIP 51238
Near Hospers, IA. Radar recorded hail of 1 inch or larger in this area on 5 days since October 2020. That is more than 64% of US ZIP code areas.
The largest radar estimate was 1.9 inches on June 27, 2026. The most recent 1-inch day was September 1, 2026. Radar estimates and ground reports often differ, so see how they compare.
Days of 1-inch hail by year
| Year | Days |
|---|---|
| 2020 (from October) | 0 |
| 2021 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 |
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2024 | 0 |
| 2025 | 1 |
| 2026 | 3 |
Largest hail days
| Storm day | Radar estimate |
|---|---|
| June 27, 2026 | 1.9 in |
| May 31, 2023 | 1.55 in |
| July 29, 2025 | 1.2 in |
| May 17, 2026 | 1 in |
| September 1, 2026 | 1 in |
Ground reports
Storm spotters and weather offices logged 1 hail reports near here since October 2020, and 14 tornadoes started near here since 1950.
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