Fairburn, SD hail — 23 Aug 2026 recap

Storm date 23 Aug 2026 (MDT). 1 report ≥1.25 in near town. Max 1.75 in (golf ball).

On 23 Aug 2026, thunderstorms produced hail up to 1.75 in (golf ball) at Fairburn, SD. 1 hail report of 1.25 in or larger was logged near Fairburn centroid, at 4:21 p.m. MDT. Hail was reported 6.92 miles from Fairburn (rural pin; nearest named place) (ESE of the town centroid). Largest: 1.75 in at 7 ESE Fairburn (4:21 p.m. MDT). This meets HailDataHub qualify (one report ≥1.25 in is enough). Population is 61. Not a damage certificate. Not insurance.

Town

Population: 61 (MOE ±42) — Fairburn, SD.

Median household income: $41,250 (MOE ±37,705).

Primary industry / how people make a living (ACS employment by industry): Professional, scientific, management, administrative, and waste management (29%); Educational services, health care, and social assistance (29%).

Median age: 46.9 (MOE ±19.7).