Storm event · Rooks County, Kansas
Hail damage in Nicodemus, KS on May 6, 2024
On May 6, 2024, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Nicodemus, KS — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Nicodemus has 8 recorded hail events since 2021 (severity score 36/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The May 6, 2024 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| May 6, 2024 | 1" | Nicodemus, KS |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Nicodemus on May 6, 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 6, 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 Nicodemus, KS on May 6, 2024?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Nicodemus on May 6, 2024. It's one of 8 hail events logged in the area since 2021.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Nicodemus on May 6, 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 May 6, 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 6, 2024) 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 May 6, 2024 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Nicodemus, KS. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.