Storm event · Johnson County, Texas
Hail damage in Rio Vista, TX on May 21, 2022
On May 21, 2022, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Rio Vista, TX — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Rio Vista has 9 recorded hail events since 2021 (severity score 63/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The May 21, 2022 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| May 21, 2022 | 1" | Rio Vista, TX |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Rio Vista on May 21, 2022).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (May 21, 2022, 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 Rio Vista, TX on May 21, 2022?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Rio Vista on May 21, 2022. It's one of 9 hail events logged in the area since 2021.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Rio Vista on May 21, 2022 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 21, 2022 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 21, 2022) and hail size (1") — 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 21, 2022 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Rio Vista, TX. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.