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How Giant Hail Forms: 4–6 Inch Record-Breaking Hail Explained
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March 11, 2026
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1:48Now PlayingSevere thunderstorms across the central U.S. produced massive 4–6 inch hail, breaking a state record in Illinois. But how does hail actually form — and what does it take to grow stones that large?
In this video, learn more:
• How hail forms inside severe thunderstorms
• The role of powerful updraft winds
• How strong winds must be to support giant hail
• The official size classifications for large and “giant” hail
• Why some storms produce destructive, record-breaking hail
If you're interested in severe weather, supercells, hail formation, storm science, or meteorology, this breakdown walks you through the science behind these icy giants.
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