Storm event · Elbert County, Colorado
Hail damage in Matheson, CO on Apr 23, 2025
On Apr 23, 2025, NOAA recorded hail up to 2" near Matheson, CO — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Matheson has 24 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 100/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Apr 23, 2025 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 23, 2025 | 2" | Matheson, CO |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Matheson on Apr 23, 2025).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Apr 23, 2025, up to 2") 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 Matheson, CO on Apr 23, 2025?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 2" near Matheson on Apr 23, 2025. It's one of 24 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Matheson on Apr 23, 2025 measured 2". Hail around 1" or larger can bruise or crack asphalt shingles; at 2" it frequently causes functional damage that supports an insurance claim.
Can I still file a claim for the Apr 23, 2025 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 (Apr 23, 2025) and hail size (2") — 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 Apr 23, 2025 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Matheson, CO. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.