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View the free hail map with reports for Des Moines, IA from September 17, 2025. This event is marked as Complete, with a Light storm impact level and a Low Event Inspection Score.

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Event Inspection Score
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Storm Impact
Complete
Event Status
Sep 17, 2025
Event Date
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Hail Swath Map Preview

The Des Moines, IA hail swath map preview was last reviewed on August 30, 2026 and shows mapped hail estimates up to 1.00". There are 0 public hail reports, 3 public wind reports, and 0 nearby tornado reports listed for the September 17, 2025 event.

Region: Des Moines, IA
September 17, 2025 Hail swath map preview for Des Moines, IA on September 17, 2025
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Max Hail
1.00"
Mapped estimated hail size
Public Hail Reports
0
Largest report: —
Public Wind Reports
3
Reports near map area
Tornado Reports
0
Reports near map area

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Impact Area and Population for the Des Moines, IA Hail Map

The September 17, 2025 hail swath map for Des Moines, IA covers approximately 338 square miles and includes an estimated 14,466 people inside the mapped footprint. The largest mapped area is in the < 0.50" hail band, covering 179 square miles. The highest estimated population exposure is in the < 0.50" hail band with 7,969 people.

Mapped Impact Area
338 sq mi
Largest band: < 0.50"
Population Inside Footprint
14,466
Highest population band: < 0.50"
Mapped Hail BandImpact AreaPopulation
< 0.50"179 sq mi7,969
0.50-0.75"102 sq mi2,666
0.75-1.00"48 sq mi3,665
1.00-1.25"9 sq mi166

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Housing Impact

Housing Exposure Inside the Des Moines, IA Hail Swath Map

Inside the September 17, 2025 hail swath map area for Des Moines, IA, HailGeeks estimates 5,884 single-family homes, 832 townhomes, and 1,809 multifamily properties within the mapped storm footprint. Single-family-home exposure is highest in the < 0.50" hail band, with 2,760 single-family homes.

Single-Family Homes
5,884
Largest band: < 0.50"
Townhomes
832
Largest band: < 0.50"
Multifamily Properties
1,809
Largest band: < 0.50"
Mapped Hail BandSingle-FamilyTownhomesMultifamily
< 0.50"2,760717800
0.50-0.75"1,21562229
0.75-1.00"1,84150734
1.00-1.25"68346

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Affected Counties

Counties Inside the Des Moines, IA Hail Map

Hail from the September 17, 2025 storm was mapped across 14 counties in the Des Moines, IA region. Clarke County, IA had the strongest mapped signal, peaking at 1.00" with roughly 2,574 single-family homes inside the swath.

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Affected Cities

Cities Inside the Des Moines, IA Hail Map

Zooming in, the swath touched 4 cities near Des Moines, IA. Osceola, IA had the strongest mapped signal at 1.00", with an estimated 1,719 single-family homes exposed.

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Public Storm Reports

Public Hail, Wind, and Tornado Reports

Public storm report tables connected to the September 17, 2025 hail map for Des Moines, IA currently list 0 public hail reports, 3 public wind reports, and 0 tornado reports.

Date & TimeWind SpeedCityStateDescription
September 17, 2025
4:55 PM CT
2 N OsceolaIADelayed report. A few trees and large branches downed on Hwy 152 north of Osceola.
September 17, 2025
5:30 PM CT
MiloIADelayed report. A least 2 large trees downed in Milo. Time estimated by radar.
September 17, 2025
4:50 PM CT
61 mph1 WSW OsceolaIAIowa DOT instrument reported a gust of 61 mph. Also received public reports of strong winds in Osceola.
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Related Hail Maps

Related Hail Maps in the Des Moines, IA Region

We found 6 more hail maps with reports from the same Des Moines, IA region as the September 17, 2025 event. These related maps cover storm dates from Aug 10, 2025 through Sep 16, 2025, with mapped hail estimates ranging from 0.75" to 1.50". In this set, the strongest related map reached 1.50", and the most recent map shown is from Sep 16, 2025.

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Remote Hail Inspection

Local Hail Review Options Near Des Moines, IA

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the September 17, 2025 Des Moines, IA hail event.

How big was the hail in Des Moines, IA on September 17, 2025?
Mapped hail estimates reached up to 1.00" in the Des Moines, IA area on September 17, 2025.
How accurate is this Des Moines, IA hail map?
This hail map is based on mapped hail estimates, with public storm report context shown where available. It helps show where stronger hail may have occurred during the September 17, 2025 storm event, but it does not confirm property damage at any one address.
What does the Event Inspection Score of Low mean?
For this Des Moines, IA event, the Event Inspection Score is Low. The score reflects how strong the hail-history signal is and whether a closer roof or exterior review may make sense. A higher score means a stronger signal, not confirmed damage.
How many people were in the Des Moines, IA hail area?
An estimated 14,466 people live inside the mapped hail footprint, which covers about 338 square miles. This is an estimate of residents inside the storm area, not a count of people who reported damage.
How many storm reports came from this event?
For the September 17, 2025 Des Moines, IA event, public storm report tables currently list 0 hail reports, 3 wind reports, and 0 tornado reports. Public reports are point observations and are not available for every location.
Can I use this Des Moines, IA hail map for my business or content?
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How often is this hail map updated?
This event map was generated shortly after the storm and was last reviewed on August 30, 2026. It may be updated as additional hail data or public storm reports become available.
My home is in the Des Moines, IA area — what should I do?
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