Did Hail Hit Commerce City on June 2, 2026? Check Your Address

On Tuesday, June 2, 2026, severe thunderstorms moved across Colorado's Front Range, producing hail up to 1.65 inches in diameter over the Commerce City area. NEXRAD MRMS radar — the same dual-polarization weather radar used by the National Weather Service and the insurance industry — detected 70 significant hail signatures across the Commerce City grid.

If you live in Commerce City, your roof may have been hit. Damage is often invisible from the ground, and the evidence is clearest right after the storm — so inspecting your roof now, while it's fresh, gives you the best record. Claim deadlines and coverage rules vary by carrier and policy; confirm yours with your insurer or the Colorado Division of Insurance (doi.colorado.gov).

What Happened on June 2, 2026

The storm system produced ping-pong-ball-sized hail across the Commerce City area, with the largest stones reaching 1.65 inches. Hail this size bruises asphalt shingles, knocks off granules, and damages soft metal flashing. A professional inspection is the only way to confirm the extent of the damage.

Commerce City wasn't alone. The same storm system also dropped severe hail over Denver, Aurora. If you have property in any of those cities, the same urgency applies.

What to Do Next

Don't climb on your roof. Hail damage often looks like nothing from the ground but reveals itself as bruised shingles, exposed mat, or cracked sealing when inspected up close — and roofs are wet and slippery after storms.

Document the storm. Save photos of any hail you saw on the ground, dented gutters or downspouts, dings on your AC condenser, or shredded vegetation. Insurance adjusters look for these tertiary signs to corroborate a claim.

Look up your address on HailScore. Enter your address to see the full radar history for your property — every significant hail event since 2015 plus the live MRMS data from this week. The report shows hail size, distance from your roof, and the date of every event the radar caught.

Get a professional inspection. A licensed Colorado roofing contractor can assess whether the storm caused damage that warrants an insurance claim. Most reputable contractors offer free inspections after a known hail event.

Don't wait to start a claim. Filing deadlines, rate, and non-renewal rules vary by carrier and policy — confirm yours with your insurer or the Colorado Division of Insurance (doi.colorado.gov). Either way, documenting and filing sooner is generally easier than later.

How HailScore Helped Catch This Storm Early

HailScore ingests live MRMS radar data from NCEP every few hours, which is why we can publish details of a June 2, 2026 storm within days instead of the 60-to-90-day lag that affects NOAA's finalized Storm Events Database. The same data flows directly into the score your property gets when you look it up — so if hail hit your address today, your HailScore reflects it now, not three months from now.

The platform is free for homeowners. Enter your address to see what hit your specific property.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How do I know if my roof was actually damaged?

A: You usually can't tell from the ground. A professional roof inspection from a licensed contractor is the only reliable way to confirm hail damage. Inspectors look for bruised shingles (soft spots), granule loss, cracked sealant lines, and dented metal components.

Q: Will filing a claim raise my insurance rates?

A: Rate, non-renewal, and surcharge rules vary by carrier and policy — we can't answer that for your situation. Confirm with your insurer or the Colorado Division of Insurance (doi.colorado.gov). If your roof is damaged, document it and get a professional inspection.

Q: My roof looks fine. Should I still get it inspected?

A: Yes. Hail damage that looks insignificant from the ground can shorten your roof's life by years through accelerated granule loss. A documented inspection close to the storm date gives you the clearest record if you need it later.

Q: How long do I have to file a claim?

A: Filing deadlines depend on your carrier and policy — there's no single answer for everyone. Check your policy or ask the Colorado Division of Insurance (doi.colorado.gov). Regardless of the window, the sooner you document the damage and get an inspection, the stronger your record.

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