Hail in Scott County, KS
Hail turns up in Scott County on a regular basis. NOAA radar has confirmed 13 hail events of 1 inch or larger in Scott County since 2025, the largest 2.1″ (hen egg) on June 21, 2026. The most recent confirmed hail was September 14, 2026.
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About Scott County, KS
Scott County sits on the high plains of western Kansas, a flat expanse of dryland farming and shortgrass prairie. Hail is part of the warm season here, falling from storms that build in the afternoon heat as moisture rides up the gently rising terrain. The Dodge City radar (KDDC) lies about 71 miles to the southeast, so its lowest beams cross above the ground over the county at that range.
The hail record for Scott County, KS
Scott County doesn't see hail every month, but it's a recurring visitor, with 13 confirmed events since 2025.
There's no single dangerous week in Scott County. Hail spreads across spring and early summer, peaking in September.
Common questions
How often does it hail in Scott County?
NOAA radar has confirmed 13 severe hail events (1 inch or larger) in the Scott County area since 2025.
When is hail season in Scott County?
Scott County sees hail from spring into early summer, most often in September.
What's the largest hail recorded in Scott County?
Radar confirmed 2.1-inch hail, about hen egg size, on June 21, 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.
Will it hail again in Scott County this year?
Scott 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 Scott County in 2026?
Yes, 7 confirmed hail events so far in 2026, most recently September 14, 2026.
How much does hail roof damage cost to repair?
It ranges widely. Minor repairs can run a few hundred dollars, while a full roof replacement on an average home often runs $8,000–$20,000+ depending on size, pitch, and material. What you actually pay depends on your deductible and whether your policy is replacement-cost or actual-cash-value.
Recent confirmed hail near Scott County, KS
What this means for your home
Damage can be invisible from the ground
At Scott 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.
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.
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.
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.