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Hail Map with Reports for Fairfax, VA

View the free hail map with reports for Fairfax, VA from August 22, 2026. 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
Light
Storm Impact
Complete
Event Status
Aug 22, 2026
Event Date
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Hail Swath Map Preview

The Fairfax, VA 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, 5 public wind reports, and 0 nearby tornado reports listed for the August 22, 2026 event.

Region: Fairfax, VA
August 22, 2026 Hail swath map preview for Fairfax, VA on August 22, 2026
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Max Hail
1.00"
Mapped estimated hail size
Public Hail Reports
0
Largest report: —
Public Wind Reports
5
Reports near map area
Tornado Reports
0
Reports near map area

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Map Footprint

Impact Area and Population for the Fairfax, VA Hail Map

The August 22, 2026 hail swath map for Fairfax, VA covers approximately 117 square miles and includes an estimated 20,964 people inside the mapped footprint. The largest mapped area is in the < 0.50" hail band, covering 68 square miles. The highest estimated population exposure is in the < 0.50" hail band with 16,319 people.

Mapped Impact Area
117 sq mi
Largest band: < 0.50"
Population Inside Footprint
20,964
Highest population band: < 0.50"
Mapped Hail BandImpact AreaPopulation
< 0.50"68 sq mi16,319
0.50-0.75"36 sq mi3,810
0.75-1.00"10 sq mi616
1.00-1.25"3 sq mi219

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Housing Impact

Housing Exposure Inside the Fairfax, VA Hail Swath Map

Inside the August 22, 2026 hail swath map area for Fairfax, VA, HailGeeks estimates 8,191 single-family homes, 361 townhomes, and 751 multifamily properties within the mapped storm footprint. Single-family-home exposure is highest in the < 0.50" hail band, with 6,044 single-family homes.

Single-Family Homes
8,191
Largest band: < 0.50"
Townhomes
361
Largest band: < 0.50"
Multifamily Properties
751
Largest band: < 0.50"
Mapped Hail BandSingle-FamilyTownhomesMultifamily
< 0.50"6,044353712
0.50-0.75"1,735739
0.75-1.00"30310
1.00-1.25"10900

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Affected Counties

Counties Inside the Fairfax, VA Hail Map

Hail from the August 22, 2026 storm was mapped across 6 counties in the Fairfax, VA region. Spotsylvania County, VA had the strongest mapped signal, peaking at 1.00" with roughly 2,801 single-family homes inside the swath.

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Affected Cities

Cities Inside the Fairfax, VA Hail Map

Zooming in, the swath touched 1 cities near Fairfax, VA. Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA had the strongest mapped signal at 0.50", with an estimated 484 single-family homes exposed.

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ZIP Codes

ZIP Codes Inside the Fairfax, VA Hail Swath Map

At the ZIP level, the August 22, 2026 Fairfax, VA hail map spans 7 ZIP codes. ZIP 22551 shows the strongest local signal, with mapped hail estimates up to 1.00" and an estimated single-family-home exposure of 1,599.

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Public Storm Reports

Public Hail, Wind, and Tornado Reports

Public storm report tables connected to the August 22, 2026 hail map for Fairfax, VA currently list 0 public hail reports, 5 public wind reports, and 0 tornado reports.

Date & TimeWind SpeedCityStateDescription
August 22, 2026
7:20 PM CT
BarboursvilleVASeveral trees down along Spotswood Trail and Route 20. Time estimated via radar.
August 22, 2026
7:22 PM CT
EheartVAMultiple trees down in western Orange. 1 tree down on vehicle.
August 22, 2026
7:49 PM CT
NasonsVATree down on Kendall Road and Rapidan Road.
August 22, 2026
8:08 PM CT
LahoreVATwo trees reported down on Lahore Road.
August 22, 2026
8:20 PM CT
Gold DaleVATree down on Gold Dale Lane and Old Plank Road.
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This table includes only public storm reports connected to the August 22, 2026 Fairfax, VA storm event. When available, each report may include the time, size or magnitude, city, state, and a short description.

Related Hail Maps

Related Hail Maps in the Fairfax, VA Region

We found 6 more hail maps with reports from the same Fairfax, VA region as the August 22, 2026 event. These related maps cover storm dates from Jul 28, 2026 through Aug 20, 2026, with mapped hail estimates ranging from 0.75" to 1.75". In this set, the strongest related map reached 1.75", and the most recent map shown is from Aug 20, 2026.

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Remote Hail Inspection

Local Hail Review Options Near Fairfax, VA

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A free Hail Report by Address and a Remote Hail Inspection can help you look beyond the August 22, 2026 hail map visuals alone. They do not confirm property damage and do not replace an on-site inspection for a property in the Fairfax, VA region, but they can help you make a more informed next decision before anyone climbs on the roof.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the August 22, 2026 Fairfax, VA hail event.

How big was the hail in Fairfax, VA on August 22, 2026?
Mapped hail estimates reached up to 1.00" in the Fairfax, VA area on August 22, 2026.
How accurate is this Fairfax, VA 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 August 22, 2026 storm event, but it does not confirm property damage at any one address.
What does the Event Inspection Score of Low mean?
For this Fairfax, VA 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 Fairfax, VA hail area?
An estimated 20,964 people live inside the mapped hail footprint, which covers about 117 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 August 22, 2026 Fairfax, VA event, public storm report tables currently list 0 hail reports, 5 wind reports, and 0 tornado reports. Public reports are point observations and are not available for every location.
Can I use this Fairfax, VA 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 Fairfax, VA area — what should I do?
If your address falls inside a mapped hail band from the August 22, 2026 storm event, check a free Hail Report by Address for an address-level first look. You can also ask a qualified local pro whether a closer roof or exterior review may make sense.
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