Storm event · Lancaster County, Nebraska
Hail damage in Lincoln, NE on May 31, 2025
On May 31, 2025, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Lincoln, NE — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Lincoln has 20 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 84/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The May 31, 2025 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| May 31, 2025 | 1" | Lincoln, NE |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Lincoln on May 31, 2025).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (May 31, 2025, 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 Lincoln, NE on May 31, 2025?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Lincoln on May 31, 2025. It's one of 20 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Lincoln on May 31, 2025 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 31, 2025 storm?
Often yes. Most Nebraska 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 31, 2025) and hail size (1") — which a free RoofWorks report pulls for your address.
Does home insurance cover hail roof damage in Nebraska?
Most Nebraska homeowner policies cover sudden hail damage, subject to your wind/hail deductible. The May 31, 2025 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Lincoln, NE. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.