Automobile windows and skylights in buildings have sustained severe damage from hailstones measuring from golf ball to baseball size hail.
Just as a comparison, here is what the diameter of hailstones could be in a storm;
Hail Stone Diameter (in Inches)
Pea size 1/4 "
Penny 3/4 "
Nickel 7/8"
Quarter 1" (Considered Severe)
Half Dollar 1 1/4"
Walnut or Ping Pong ball 1 1/2"
Golf Ball 1 3/4"
Hen Egg or Lime 2"
Tennis Ball 2 1/2"
Baseball 2 3/4"
Large Apple 3"
Grapefruit 4"
Softball 4 1/2"
