Is golf ball-sized hail expected to increase due to climate change?
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YES. Climate researchers predict storms that produce golf ball-size or larger hail will become more frequent, thanks to climate change.
According to a 2024 study by Northern Illinois University, a warmer climate increases water vapor in the air, which provides energy for thunderstorms like those seen April 14, 2026, in Wisconsin that produced large hail.
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