Storm event · El Paso County, Colorado
Hail damage in Security-Widefield, CO on Jul 16, 2025
On Jul 16, 2025, NOAA recorded hail up to 1.5" near Security-Widefield, CO — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Security-Widefield has 29 recorded hail events since 2020 (severity score 100/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Jul 16, 2025 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2025 | 1.5" | Security-Widefield, CO |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Security-Widefield on Jul 16, 2025).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Jul 16, 2025, 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 Security-Widefield, CO on Jul 16, 2025?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1.5" near Security-Widefield on Jul 16, 2025. It's one of 29 hail events logged in the area since 2020.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Security-Widefield on Jul 16, 2025 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 16, 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 (Jul 16, 2025) 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 16, 2025 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Security-Widefield, CO. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.