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Hail history for Walsenburg, CO
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Walsenburg on 18 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 1.75 in (golf ball) on Jun 11, 2010. Hail is most common here in August and June.
Recent hail near Walsenburg
No hail was reported within 10 miles of Walsenburg in the last two years.
Hail days near Walsenburg by year
When hail season peaks near Walsenburg
Of the 18 hail days since 2006, most fell in August (5) and June (5).
Largest hail storms near Walsenburg
Jun 26, 2007 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Walsenburg (10 mi from Walsenburg)
Aug 18, 2009 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Walsenburg (0 mi from Walsenburg)
Apr 21, 2010 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Walsenburg (5 mi from Walsenburg)
Jun 11, 2010 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Walsenburg (6 mi from Walsenburg)
Sep 10, 2006 · 1.5 in (ping pong ball) · Walsenburg (6 mi from Walsenburg)
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Walsenburg
3 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Walsenburg since 2006, on 3 days. The strongest measured gust was 59 mph on Apr 27, 2022.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 12, 2025 | 58 mph, measured | Walsenburg 1 wind report |
| Jun 21, 2024 | 58 mph, estimated | La Veta 1 wind report |
| Apr 27, 2022 | 59 mph, measured | Delcarbon 1 wind report |
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 Walsenburg; 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
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 Walsenburg.
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