Storm event · Montgomery County, Texas
Hail damage in The Woodlands, TX on Aug 28, 2026
On Aug 28, 2026, NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near The Woodlands, TX — at or above the ~1" threshold where hail commonly damages asphalt roofs. The Woodlands has 7 recorded hail events since 2020 (severity score 39/100). If your roof was under this storm, it may have hail exposure worth documenting.
The Aug 28, 2026 hail event
| Date | Max hail size | Area |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 28, 2026 | 1" | The Woodlands, TX |
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database (max reported hail near The Woodlands on Aug 28, 2026).
What this means for your insurance claim
Before you call your insurer, pull your free report — it documents this exact NOAA-recorded event (Aug 28, 2026, 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 The Woodlands, TX on Aug 28, 2026?
Yes — NOAA recorded hail up to 1" near The Woodlands on Aug 28, 2026. It's one of 7 hail events logged in the area since 2020.
How big was the hail?
The largest hailstones reported near The Woodlands on Aug 28, 2026 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 Aug 28, 2026 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 (Aug 28, 2026) 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 Aug 28, 2026 event on record is exactly the kind of documented storm adjusters look for.
See the full hail history for The Woodlands, TX. RoofWorks reports show hail exposure from the storm record; only an inspection confirms roof damage.