Storm event · Larimer County, Colorado
Hail damage in Fort Collins, CO on Jul 20, 2024
On Jul 20, 2024, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Fort Collins, CO — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Fort Collins has 24 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 93/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Jul 20, 2024 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 20, 2024 | 1" | Fort Collins, CO |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Fort Collins on Jul 20, 2024).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Jul 20, 2024, up to 1") for your address, which is the evidence adjusters look for. A confirmed 1"+ hail event on your roof, paired with an inspection, is what turns a claim into an approval.
Common questions
Did it hail in Fort Collins, CO on Jul 20, 2024?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Fort Collins on Jul 20, 2024. It's one of 24 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Fort Collins on Jul 20, 2024 measured 1". Hail around 1" or larger can bruise or crack asphalt shingles; sizes near 1" can still cause damage worth documenting.
Can I still file a claim for the Jul 20, 2024 storm?
Often yes. Most Colorado policies allow hail claims for a window after the storm (commonly up to a year), subject to your policy. A claim is far stronger when you document the exact date (Jul 20, 2024) and hail size (1") — which a free RoofWorks report pulls for your address.
Does home insurance cover hail roof damage in Colorado?
Most Colorado homeowner policies cover sudden hail damage, subject to your wind/hail deductible. The Jul 20, 2024 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Fort Collins, CO. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.