Storm event · Fremont County, Colorado
Hail damage in Penrose, CO on Jul 20, 2023
On Jul 20, 2023, NOAA recorded hail up to 1.5" near Penrose, CO — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Penrose has 5 recorded hail events since 2020 (severity score 39/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Jul 20, 2023 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 20, 2023 | 1.5" | Penrose, CO |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Penrose on Jul 20, 2023).
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, 2023, up to 1.5") 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 Penrose, CO on Jul 20, 2023?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1.5" near Penrose on Jul 20, 2023. It's one of 5 hail events logged in the area since 2020.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Penrose on Jul 20, 2023 measured 1.5". Hail around 1" or larger can bruise or crack asphalt shingles; at 1.5" it frequently causes functional damage that supports an insurance claim.
Can I still file a claim for the Jul 20, 2023 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, 2023) and hail size (1.5") — 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, 2023 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Penrose, CO. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.