Hail in Montrose County, CO
Hail turns up in Montrose County on a regular basis. NOAA radar has confirmed 6 hail events of 1 inch or larger in Montrose County since 2025, the largest 1.6″ (ping pong ball) on September 14, 2026. The most recent confirmed hail was September 15, 2026.
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About Montrose County, CO
Montrose County lies in western Colorado on the Uncompahgre Plateau and the valleys near the Gunnison River, high mesa-and-canyon country on the western slope. Hail is uncommon in this dry, elevated terrain, since the air often lacks the sustained low-level moisture severe storms need, though afternoon heating against the high ground can occasionally build a brief storm. The Grand Junction (KGJX) radar sits about 46 miles to the north, far enough that broken terrain leaves it reading storm tops more than near-ground detail.
The hail record for Montrose County, CO
Montrose County doesn't see hail every month, but it's a recurring visitor, with 6 confirmed events since 2025.
The hail clusters in September; the rest of the year is comparatively quiet.
Common questions
How often does it hail in Montrose County?
NOAA radar has confirmed 6 severe hail events (1 inch or larger) in the Montrose County area since 2025.
When is hail season in Montrose County?
Hail in Montrose County is concentrated in September, within a season that runs spring into early summer.
What's the largest hail recorded in Montrose County?
Radar confirmed 1.6-inch hail, about ping pong ball size, on September 14, 2026.
Does homeowner's insurance cover hail damage?
Hail is a covered peril under most standard homeowner's policies (typically HO-3), subject to your deductible. Whether you have replacement-cost or actual-cash-value coverage makes a big difference in what's paid out. Your declarations page will say which.
Is Montrose County's hail big enough to damage a roof?
It can be. Asphalt shingles can begin showing functional damage in the ¾-to-1-inch range, and Montrose County's confirmed hail reaches 1.6″. At these sizes damage is often hard to see from the ground, so whether it's a claimable loss depends on shingle type, age, and an inspection.
Will it hail again in Montrose County this year?
Montrose County's record already includes more than one confirmed event in a single season. That's what the data shows so far, not a prediction for any given season.
Did it hail in Montrose County in 2026?
Yes, 3 confirmed hail events so far in 2026, most recently September 15, 2026.
Recent confirmed hail near Montrose County, CO
What this means for your home
Damage can be invisible from the ground
At Montrose County's typical sizes, hail often bruises shingles and loosens granules without obvious holes, shortening roof life in ways that are easy to miss until the next storm or an inspection.
Document before you repair
If you suspect hail damage, photograph it and note the storm's date before making any repairs. Undocumented or already-fixed damage is much harder to claim later.
Keep a 'before' record
Photos of your roof and exterior in good condition make new hail damage much easier to prove later. A few shots now, before the next storm, can save an argument with an adjuster over what's old wear and what's storm damage.
Know your hail deductible
Many policies in hail-prone states use a percentage deductible, often 1–2% of the home's insured value rather than a flat dollar amount. On a $400,000 home that can be $4,000–$8,000 out of pocket before coverage starts, so it's worth checking your declarations page before a storm.
Get more than one estimate
After a damaging storm, reputable local roofers get busy and out-of-town crews flood in. Get multiple written estimates and verify licensing and local references before signing anything.
Claims have deadlines
Policies set a deadline for hail-damage claims, and state law may also apply. Windows range from months to several years depending on your state and policy. Knowing the exact date hail hit your address helps you file on time.
Before you call your insurer
Get the radar evidence for your address.
A NOAA Radar Evidence Report documents exactly what federal radar recorded at your address - hail size, date, and signature - in a formatted PDF you can attach to a claim. Built entirely from public NOAA data.
Events are NOAA/NWS Severe Thunderstorm Warnings with confirmed hail ≥ 1 inch, matched to this county by the warning centroid. Federal public-domain data. A confirmed event indicates radar-detected hail over the area, not a guarantee of damage to any specific property.