Storm event · Barton County, Kansas
Hail damage in Hoisington, KS on May 16, 2021
On May 16, 2021, NOAA recorded hail up to 1.25" near Hoisington, KS — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Hoisington has 6 recorded hail events since 2021 (severity score 33/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The May 16, 2021 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| May 16, 2021 | 1.25" | Hoisington, KS |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Hoisington on May 16, 2021).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (May 16, 2021, up to 1.25") 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 Hoisington, KS on May 16, 2021?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1.25" near Hoisington on May 16, 2021. It's one of 6 hail events logged in the area since 2021.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Hoisington on May 16, 2021 measured 1.25". Hail around 1" or larger can bruise or crack asphalt shingles; sizes near 1.25" can still cause damage worth documenting.
Can I still file a claim for the May 16, 2021 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 16, 2021) and hail size (1.25") — 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 16, 2021 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Hoisington, KS. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.