Storm event · Ellis County, Kansas
Hail damage in Hays, KS on May 19, 2024
On May 19, 2024, NOAA recorded hail up to 2.5" near Hays, KS — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Hays has 42 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 100/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The May 19, 2024 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| May 19, 2024 | 2.5" | Hays, KS |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Hays on May 19, 2024).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (May 19, 2024, up to 2.5") 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 Hays, KS on May 19, 2024?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 2.5" near Hays on May 19, 2024. It's one of 42 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Hays on May 19, 2024 measured 2.5". Hail around 1" or larger can bruise or crack asphalt shingles; at 2.5" it frequently causes functional damage that supports an insurance claim.
Can I still file a claim for the May 19, 2024 storm?
Often yes. Most Kansas 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 (May 19, 2024) and hail size (2.5") — which a free RoofWorks report pulls for your address.
Does home insurance cover hail roof damage in Kansas?
Most Kansas homeowner policies cover sudden hail damage, subject to your wind/hail deductible. The May 19, 2024 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Hays, KS. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.