Storm event · Alachua County, Florida
Hail damage in Gainesville, FL on Feb 4, 2024
On Feb 4, 2024, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Gainesville, FL — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Gainesville has 10 recorded hail events since 2023 (severity score 60/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Feb 4, 2024 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 4, 2024 | 1" | Gainesville, FL |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Gainesville on Feb 4, 2024).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Feb 4, 2024, 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 Gainesville, FL on Feb 4, 2024?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Gainesville on Feb 4, 2024. It's one of 10 hail events logged in the area since 2023.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Gainesville on Feb 4, 2024 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 Feb 4, 2024 storm?
Often yes. Most Florida 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 (Feb 4, 2024) and hail size (1") — which a free RoofWorks report pulls for your address.
Does home insurance cover hail roof damage in Florida?
Most Florida homeowner policies cover sudden hail damage, subject to your wind/hail deductible. The Feb 4, 2024 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Gainesville, FL. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.