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Hail history for Fruita, CO
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Fruita on 8 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 1.75 in (golf ball) on Jun 6, 2025. Hail is most common here in June and August.
Recent hail near Fruita
| Date | Hail size | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 19, 2026 | 0.5 in marble | Redlands 1 hail report · closest 7 mi from Fruita |
| Jun 6, 2025 | 1.75 in golf ball | Fruita 1 hail report · closest near the center of Fruita |
One row per day: the largest hail reported that day within 10 miles, the places and the number of reports.
Hail days near Fruita by year
When hail season peaks near Fruita
Of the 8 hail days since 2006, most fell in June (3) and August (2).
Largest hail storms near Fruita
May 2, 2009 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Durham (7 mi from Fruita)
National Weather Service description (English): NWS employees and trained spotters reported large hail across a significant swath of the Grand Valley, from the Redlands area to the downtown Grand Junction area. At least 800 vehicles were damaged, including vehicles parked outside at six vehicle dealerships.Jun 6, 2025 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Fruita (1 mi from Fruita)
National Weather Service description (English): Between 1625 and 1650 MST, a severe storm tracked southeast through the Grand Valley from Fruita through Orchard Mesa, including the Redlands and Grand Junction, with numerous reports of severe hail from 1 inch to 1.75 inches in diameter, which is up to golf ball size. Multiple injuries occurred as a result of the large hail at the Mesa County Fairgrounds where an outdoor concert event was being held. Multiple reports of damage to windshields, roofs and siding of homes as well. The extent of injuries and damage is unknown at this time.Jun 13, 2010 · 1 in (quarter) · Fruita (4 mi from Fruita)
Jun 30, 2011 · 1 in (quarter) · Durham (9 mi from Fruita)
Aug 4, 2014 · 1 in (quarter) · Redlands (9 mi from Fruita)
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Fruita
19 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Fruita since 2006, on 14 days. The strongest measured gust was 68 mph on Sep 12, 2025.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 12, 2025 | 68 mph, measured | Fruita 1 wind report |
| Jul 29, 2020 | 64 mph, estimated | Loma 1 wind report |
| Jun 6, 2020 | 60 mph, estimated | Durham 1 wind report |
| Jun 5, 2020 | 64 mph, estimated | Fruita, Durham 2 wind reports |
| May 11, 2020 | 49 mph, estimated | Redlands 1 wind report |
| Oct 4, 2018 | 64 mph, estimated | Fruita 1 wind report |
| Aug 21, 2018 | 60 mph, estimated | Mack 1 wind report |
| Jul 17, 2018 | 60 mph, estimated | Durham, Fruita 4 wind reports |
| Sep 4, 2017 | 60 mph, measured | Walker Airport 1 wind report |
| Jun 21, 2017 | 70 mph, estimated | Mack, Durham 2 wind reports |
Severe thunderstorm wind means gusts of 58 mph or more, or wind that caused damage. Measured gusts come from weather stations; estimated ones from spotters and damage surveys.
Filing a roof or car hail claim?
Insurers ask for the date of loss. The dates on this page are when hail was reported near Fruita; hail can hit one street and miss the next, so a report is not proof of damage at your address. A licensed roofer or your insurance adjuster can inspect the roof. Many policies set a time limit for filing a claim — check yours.
Nearby cities
- Redlands
14 hail days - Grand Junction
13 hail days - Orchard Mesa
13 hail days - Fruitvale
14 hail days - Clifton
14 hail days - Palisade
5 hail days
Data: NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database (final records through Jun 30, 2026) and National Weather Service Local Storm Reports (preliminary, since then). Distances are measured from the center of Fruita.
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