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View the free hail map with reports for Columbia, MO from March 31, 2023. This event is marked as Complete, with a Critical storm impact level and a High Event Inspection Score.

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Event Inspection Score
Critical
Storm Impact
Complete
Event Status
Mar 31, 2023
Event Date
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The Columbia, MO hail swath map preview was last reviewed on August 28, 2026 and shows mapped hail estimates up to 2.75". There are 48 public hail reports, 0 public wind reports, and 0 nearby tornado reports listed for the March 31, 2023 event.

Region: Columbia, MO
March 31, 2023 Hail swath map preview for Columbia, MO on March 31, 2023
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Max Hail
2.75"
Mapped estimated hail size
Public Hail Reports
48
Largest report: 3.00"
Public Wind Reports
0
Reports near map area
Tornado Reports
0
Reports near map area

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Impact Area and Population for the Columbia, MO Hail Map

The March 31, 2023 hail swath map for Columbia, MO covers approximately 2,200 square miles and includes an estimated 100,533 people inside the mapped footprint. The largest mapped area is in the 0.50-0.75" hail band, covering 785 square miles. The highest estimated population exposure is in the 0.50-0.75" hail band with 17,544 people.

Mapped Impact Area
2,200 sq mi
Largest band: 0.50-0.75"
Population Inside Footprint
100,533
Highest population band: 0.50-0.75"
Mapped Hail BandImpact AreaPopulation
< 0.50"502 sq mi14,416
0.50-0.75"785 sq mi17,544
0.75-1.00"457 sq mi17,379
1.00-1.25"238 sq mi16,000
1.25-1.50"125 sq mi10,110
1.50-1.75"71 sq mi14,725
1.75-2.00"14 sq mi10,295
2.50-2.75"4 sq mi38
2.75-3.00"3 sq mi26

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Housing Impact

Housing Exposure Inside the Columbia, MO Hail Swath Map

Inside the March 31, 2023 hail swath map area for Columbia, MO, HailGeeks estimates 35,081 single-family homes, 2,748 townhomes, and 18,069 multifamily properties within the mapped storm footprint. Single-family-home exposure is highest in the 0.75-1.00" hail band, with 7,505 single-family homes.

Single-Family Homes
35,081
Largest band: 0.75-1.00"
Townhomes
2,748
Largest band: 1.75-2.00"
Multifamily Properties
18,069
Largest band: 1.50-1.75"
Mapped Hail BandSingle-FamilyTownhomesMultifamily
< 0.50"5,8631362,252
0.50-0.75"6,9801571,671
0.75-1.00"7,5053802,057
1.00-1.25"3,3672452,892
1.25-1.50"3,5882591,904
1.50-1.75"5,4705893,961
1.75-2.00"2,2779823,332
2.50-2.75"1800
2.75-3.00"1300

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Affected Counties

Counties Inside the Columbia, MO Hail Map

Hail from the March 31, 2023 storm was mapped across 24 counties in the Columbia, MO region. Howard County, MO had the strongest mapped signal, peaking at 2.75" with roughly 1,437 single-family homes inside the swath.

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Affected Cities

Cities Inside the Columbia, MO Hail Map

Zooming in, the swath touched 28 cities near Columbia, MO. Columbia, MO had the strongest mapped signal at 1.50", with an estimated 13,425 single-family homes exposed.

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ZIP Codes

ZIP Codes Inside the Columbia, MO Hail Swath Map

At the ZIP level, the March 31, 2023 Columbia, MO hail map spans 82 ZIP codes. ZIP 65248 shows the strongest local signal, with mapped hail estimates up to 2.75" and an estimated single-family-home exposure of 1,168.

65248Fayette, MO
1K homes in the hail path
65203Columbia, MO
7K homes in the hail path
65201Columbia, MO
6K homes in the hail path
65265Mexico, MO
4K homes in the hail path
65202Columbia, MO
3K homes in the hail path
65243Clark, MO
672 homes in the hail path
63352Laddonia, MO
460 homes in the hail path
65231Auxvasse, MO
336 homes in the hail path
65240Centralia, MO
236 homes in the hail path
63339Curryville, MO
207 homes in the hail path
63456Monroe City, MO
193 homes in the hail path
65283Stoutsville, MO
186 homes in the hail path
Showing 12 of 82 ZIP codes

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Public Storm Reports

Public Hail, Wind, and Tornado Reports

Public storm report tables connected to the March 31, 2023 hail map for Columbia, MO currently list 48 public hail reports, 0 public wind reports, and 0 tornado reports.

Date & TimeHail SizeCityStateDescription
March 31, 2023
12:03 PM CT
1.25 in Keytesville MO

No National Weather Service description provided.

March 31, 2023
12:07 PM CT
1.00 in Salisbury MO

No National Weather Service description provided.

March 31, 2023
2:14 PM CT
1.25 in Blackwater MO

No National Weather Service description provided.

March 31, 2023
2:15 PM CT
1.25 in Nelson MO

No National Weather Service description provided.

March 31, 2023
2:17 PM CT
1.00 in Nelson MO

No National Weather Service description provided.

March 31, 2023
2:40 PM CT
1.75 in Fayette MO

No National Weather Service description provided.

March 31, 2023
2:47 PM CT
3.00 in 6 ENE Fayette MO

REPORT TIME MATCHED TO RADAR.

March 31, 2023
2:57 PM CT
1.50 in Clark MO

No National Weather Service description provided.

March 31, 2023
3:10 PM CT
1.50 in 5 NNW Sturgeon MO

REPORT RELAYED BY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT. TIME ESTIMATED BY RADAR.

March 31, 2023
3:20 PM CT
1.00 in 6 S Madison MO

DELAYED REPORT.

March 31, 2023
3:33 PM CT
1.75 in Mcbaine MO

No National Weather Service description provided.

March 31, 2023
3:33 PM CT
1.75 in 4 W Florida MO

TRAINED SPOTTER CALLED TO REPORT GOLF BALL SIZE HAIL WAS FALLING. HAIL IS RESULTING IN BROKEN WINDOWS AT THE RESIDENCE.

March 31, 2023
3:35 PM CT
1.75 in 4 S Columbia MO

No National Weather Service description provided.

March 31, 2023
3:35 PM CT
2.00 in 3 SSE Columbia MO

No National Weather Service description provided.

March 31, 2023
3:35 PM CT
1.25 in 3 S Columbia MO

DELAYED REPORT.

March 31, 2023
3:36 PM CT
1.00 in 2 SE Columbia MO

No National Weather Service description provided.

March 31, 2023
3:38 PM CT
2.00 in 3 SSE Columbia MO

No National Weather Service description provided.

March 31, 2023
3:40 PM CT
1.00 in 3 SSE Columbia MO

No National Weather Service description provided.

March 31, 2023
3:40 PM CT
1.50 in 2 ESE Columbia MO

No National Weather Service description provided.

March 31, 2023
3:41 PM CT
1.00 in 4 ENE Columbia MO

No National Weather Service description provided.

Showing 48 public hail reports

This table includes only public storm reports connected to the March 31, 2023 Columbia, MO 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 Columbia, MO Region

We found 6 more hail maps with reports from the same Columbia, MO region as the March 31, 2023 event. These related maps cover storm dates from Aug 2, 2022 through Mar 22, 2023, with mapped hail estimates ranging from 0.75" to 2.00". In this set, the strongest related map reached 2.00", and the most recent map shown is from Mar 22, 2023.

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Remote Hail Inspection

Local Hail Review Options Near Columbia, MO

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A free Hail Report by Address and a Remote Hail Inspection can help you look beyond the March 31, 2023 hail map visuals alone. They do not confirm property damage and do not replace an on-site inspection for a property in the Columbia, MO 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 March 31, 2023 Columbia, MO hail event.

How big was the hail in Columbia, MO on March 31, 2023?
Mapped hail estimates reached up to 2.75" in the Columbia, MO area on March 31, 2023.
How accurate is this Columbia, MO 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 March 31, 2023 storm event, but it does not confirm property damage at any one address.
What does the Event Inspection Score of High mean?
For this Columbia, MO event, the Event Inspection Score is High. 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 Columbia, MO hail area?
An estimated 100,533 people live inside the mapped hail footprint, which covers about 2,200 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 March 31, 2023 Columbia, MO event, public storm report tables currently list 48 hail reports, 0 wind reports, and 0 tornado reports. Public reports are point observations and are not available for every location.
Can I use this Columbia, MO hail map for my business or content?
Yes. This hail map is free to use and share for marketing, print, blogs, content, research, and similar uses as long as attribution is included with a link back to this page. Use the Share button on the map to copy a ready-made credit line. Use is also subject to our Terms of Use.
How often is this hail map updated?
This event map was generated shortly after the storm and was last reviewed on August 28, 2026. It may be updated as additional hail data or public storm reports become available.
My home is in the Columbia, MO area — what should I do?
If your address falls inside a mapped hail band from the March 31, 2023 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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