Storm event · Kit Carson County, Colorado
Hail damage in Stratton, CO on Oct 16, 2025
On Oct 16, 2025, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Stratton, CO — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Stratton has 31 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 100/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Oct 16, 2025 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 16, 2025 | 1" | Stratton, CO |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Stratton on Oct 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 (Oct 16, 2025, 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 Stratton, CO on Oct 16, 2025?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Stratton on Oct 16, 2025. It's one of 31 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Stratton on Oct 16, 2025 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 Oct 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 (Oct 16, 2025) 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 Oct 16, 2025 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Stratton, CO. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.