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Hail history for Rocky Ford, CO
Hail has been reported within 10 miles of Rocky Ford on 29 days since 2006. The largest stones measured 3 in (tea cup) on Jul 5, 2023. Hail is most common here in June and May.
Recent hail near Rocky Ford
No hail was reported within 10 miles of Rocky Ford in the last two years.
Hail days near Rocky Ford by year
When hail season peaks near Rocky Ford
Of the 29 hail days since 2006, most fell in June (9) and May (8).
Largest hail storms near Rocky Ford
Jul 5, 2023 · 3 in (tea cup) · Manzanola (7 mi from Rocky Ford)
Jun 23, 2013 · 2.75 in (baseball) · Rocky Ford (0 mi from Rocky Ford)
National Weather Service description (English): Hail ranged in size from quarters to golf balls.Jun 11, 2009 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Swink (6 mi from Rocky Ford)
Jun 11, 2010 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Rocky Ford (5 mi from Rocky Ford)
Jun 12, 2010 · 1.75 in (golf ball) · Rocky Ford (8 mi from Rocky Ford)
Tornadoes within 10 miles of Rocky Ford
| Date | Rating | Where |
|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2021 | EF? | Rocky Ford 2 mi from Rocky Ford |
| Jun 11, 2009 | EF0 | Manzanola 10 mi from Rocky Ford |
Damaging thunderstorm winds near Rocky Ford
10 reports of damaging thunderstorm wind within 10 miles of Rocky Ford since 2006, on 10 days. The strongest measured gust was 60 mph on Jun 12, 2016.
| Date | Strongest gust | Where |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 8, 2026 | 58 mph, measured | Manzanola 1 wind report |
| Jul 3, 2024 | 58 mph, estimated | Manzanola 1 wind report |
| Aug 6, 2022 | 58 mph, estimated | Rocky Ford 1 wind report |
| Jul 6, 2022 | 70 mph, estimated | Rocky Ford 1 wind report |
| Jun 12, 2016 | 60 mph, measured | Swink 1 wind report |
| May 26, 2016 | 70 mph, estimated | Rocky Ford 1 wind report |
| Aug 11, 2011 | 70 mph, estimated | Manzanola 1 wind report |
| Jul 27, 2011 | 75 mph, estimated | Timpas 1 wind report |
| Jul 19, 2010 | 60 mph, measured | La Junta Airport 1 wind report |
| Sep 29, 2007 | 60 mph, estimated | Cheraw 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 Rocky Ford; 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 Rocky Ford.
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