Hail in 30540 (Ellijay) on August 17, 2026
On August 17, 2026, hail reached an estimated 1.08 inches (quarter size) over zip code 30540 in Ellijay; about 1% of the zip saw an inch or more. That ranks 3rd of 14 hail days of three quarters of an inch or more in 30540 since October 2020.
What hail this size does to a roof
Quarter size hail is the size most often behind roof damage claims. It can bruise shingles and dent soft metals, especially on roofs more than a few years old. That was 57 days ago. Most policies require prompt notice of a loss, so if you suspect damage, get the roof inspected now and use August 17, 2026 as the date of loss only if this is the storm that hit your home.
National Weather Service reports in 30540
- 1 WSW Ellijay: wind
- 3 N Talona: wind
- 3 WSW Ellijay: wind
Nearby zip codes on August 17, 2026
| Zip | Area | Est. max hail |
|---|---|---|
| 30539 | East Ellijay | no radar estimate |
| 30175 | Talking Rock | no radar estimate |
| 30536 | Ellijay | 0.97 in (penny size) |
| 30513 | Blue Ridge | no radar estimate |
| 30522 | Cherrylog | 0.74 in (pea to dime size) |
| 30541 | Epworth | no radar estimate |
| 30705 | Chatsworth | 0.58 in (pea to dime size) |
| 30734 | Ranger | no radar estimate |
Did hail hit your roof?
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Previous hail day in 30540: August 7, 2026
Full hail history for 30540 · The August 17, 2026 storm across North Georgia · Ellijay hail history · Gilmer County
Estimated maximum hail size from the NOAA MRMS MESH radar product within the zip code boundary; estimates are not measurements. Ground reports from the National Weather Service. How it works.