Alton, IL Hail Reports
The last significant hail in Alton, IL was on May 3, 2026, with hailstones up to 2 inches.
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- Alton population
- 25.6K
- Alton households
- 10.9K
- Recorded hail events
- 1
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About hail in Alton, IL
Alton is home to 25,642 people and 10,878 households in Illinois. HailPing's record of qualifying hail events near Alton begins in May 2026 and stands at 1, with the largest reported hail measuring 2.00 inches. Hail frequency for the area is rated high. Market coverage extends about 35 miles around Alton.
Hail risk in Alton, IL
The largest recent hail measured 2 inches, and the last significant hail fell on May 3, 2026.
Hail history for Alton, IL
Every hail event HailPing has recorded near Alton, IL, newest first.
| Date | Max hail | Reports 1.00"+ | Reports 1.75"+ |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 3, 2026 | 2" | 8 | 3 |
Recent hail storms near Alton, IL
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— hail up to 2"
On May 3, 2026, hail was reported across the Alton / Bethalto / Godfrey corridor. Reports concentrated near Bethalto, Upper Alton, Godfrey, and Alton. The largest reported hailstone measured 2.00 inches. HailPing grouped 8 reports of 1.00 inches or larger into this storm event.
Common questions
- When did it last hail in Alton, IL?
- The last significant hail in Alton, IL was on May 3, 2026.
- How big was the hail in Alton, IL?
- The largest hail reported near Alton, IL on May 3, 2026 measured 2 inches.
- How many hail reports were there near Alton, IL?
- HailPing grouped 8 reports of 1.00 inch or larger into the May 3, 2026 event near Alton, IL.
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