Storm event · Johnson County, Kansas
Hail damage in Leawood, KS on Aug 21, 2026
On Aug 21, 2026, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Leawood, KS — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Leawood has 6 recorded hail events since 2021 (severity score 39/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Aug 21, 2026 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2026 | 1" | Leawood, KS |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Leawood on Aug 21, 2026).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Aug 21, 2026, 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 Leawood, KS on Aug 21, 2026?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Leawood on Aug 21, 2026. It's one of 6 hail events logged in the area since 2021.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Leawood on Aug 21, 2026 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 Aug 21, 2026 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 (Aug 21, 2026) and hail size (1") — 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 Aug 21, 2026 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Leawood, KS. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.