Storm event · Bell County, Texas
Hail damage in Belton, TX on May 12, 2024
On May 12, 2024, NOAA recorded hail up to 2" near Belton, TX — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Belton has 15 recorded hail events since 2020 (severity score 81/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The May 12, 2024 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| May 12, 2024 | 2" | Belton, TX |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Belton on May 12, 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 12, 2024, up to 2") 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 Belton, TX on May 12, 2024?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 2" near Belton on May 12, 2024. It's one of 15 hail events logged in the area since 2020.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Belton on May 12, 2024 measured 2". Hail around 1" or larger can bruise or crack asphalt shingles; at 2" it frequently causes functional damage that supports an insurance claim.
Can I still file a claim for the May 12, 2024 storm?
Often yes. Most Texas 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 12, 2024) and hail size (2") — which a free RoofWorks report pulls for your address.
Does home insurance cover hail roof damage in Texas?
Most Texas homeowner policies cover sudden hail damage, subject to your wind/hail deductible. The May 12, 2024 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Belton, TX. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.