Storm event · Sherman County, Texas
Hail damage in Cactus, TX on May 15, 2021
On May 15, 2021, NOAA recorded hail up to 1.25" near Cactus, TX — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Cactus has 11 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 63/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The May 15, 2021 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2021 | 1.25" | Cactus, TX |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Cactus on May 15, 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 15, 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 Cactus, TX on May 15, 2021?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1.25" near Cactus on May 15, 2021. It's one of 11 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Cactus on May 15, 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 15, 2021 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 15, 2021) and hail size (1.25") — 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 15, 2021 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Cactus, TX. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.