Storm event · Caldwell County, Texas
Hail damage in Lockhart, TX on May 27, 2020
On May 27, 2020, NOAA recorded hail up to 2" near Lockhart, TX — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Lockhart has 6 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 42/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The May 27, 2020 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| May 27, 2020 | 2" | Lockhart, TX |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Lockhart on May 27, 2020).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (May 27, 2020, 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 Lockhart, TX on May 27, 2020?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 2" near Lockhart on May 27, 2020. It's one of 6 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Lockhart on May 27, 2020 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 27, 2020 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 27, 2020) 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 27, 2020 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Lockhart, TX. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.