Storm event · Douglas County, Colorado
Hail damage in Highlands Ranch, CO on Aug 26, 2026
On Aug 26, 2026, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Highlands Ranch, CO — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Highlands Ranch has 16 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 66/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Aug 26, 2026 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 26, 2026 | 1" | Highlands Ranch, CO |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Highlands Ranch on Aug 26, 2026).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Aug 26, 2026, 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 Highlands Ranch, CO on Aug 26, 2026?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Highlands Ranch on Aug 26, 2026. It's one of 16 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Highlands Ranch on Aug 26, 2026 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 Aug 26, 2026 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 (Aug 26, 2026) 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 Aug 26, 2026 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Highlands Ranch, CO. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.