Storm event · Larimer County, Colorado
Hail damage in Wellington, CO on Jul 15, 2023
On Jul 15, 2023, NOAA recorded hail up to 2" near Wellington, CO — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Wellington has 16 recorded hail events since 2020 (severity score 78/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Jul 15, 2023 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 15, 2023 | 2" | Wellington, CO |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Wellington on Jul 15, 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 15, 2023, 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 Wellington, CO on Jul 15, 2023?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 2" near Wellington on Jul 15, 2023. It's one of 16 hail events logged in the area since 2020.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Wellington on Jul 15, 2023 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 Jul 15, 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 15, 2023) 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 Jul 15, 2023 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Wellington, CO. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.