Storm event · Sterling County, Texas
Hail damage in Sterling City, TX on May 29, 2025
On May 29, 2025, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Sterling City, TX — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. Sterling City has 19 recorded hail events since 2019 (severity score 93/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The May 29, 2025 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| May 29, 2025 | 1" | Sterling City, TX |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near Sterling City on May 29, 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 29, 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 Sterling City, TX on May 29, 2025?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near Sterling City on May 29, 2025. It's one of 19 hail events logged in the area since 2019.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near Sterling City on May 29, 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 29, 2025 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 29, 2025) 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 29, 2025 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for Sterling City, TX. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.