Golf ball-sized hail detected near Amarillo, TX on June 13, 2026
Hail was detected at a radar-indicated point within the Amarillo monitoring area. Actual impact can vary by neighborhood, so nearby homes should use this as a signal to check roofs, gutters, siding, and vehicles.
Damage assessment
The radar-confirmed strike landed approximately 24 miles northwest of downtown Amarillo, with one hail report logged in Potter County that day. At 2.5 inches, golf ball-sized hail routinely causes functional damage to standard architectural asphalt shingles — cracked or missing granules, bruised mat, compromised water-shedding capacity. Roofs older than 10–15 years are most vulnerable; newer shingles may show cosmetic damage that still affects long-term performance. For reference, Potter County's largest recorded event measured 4.25 inches on June 8, 2025 — well above this event's magnitude.
On a $350,000 home with a 2% wind/hail deductible, your out-of-pocket threshold is $7,000. Typical repair cost for a 2,000 square foot roof runs $5,657 — ranging from $4,628 to $6,685. Get a professional inspection before making any insurance decisions.
At these numbers, you're better off repairing out of pocket — the typical repair cost falls below your deductible. Filing a claim likely isn't worth it unless a full inspection reveals significantly more damage.
This storm may have damaged your roof — get a free Amarillo inspection
Amarillo repair cost reference
Historical context
Among 402 hail events of 1 inch or greater recorded in the area over the past 10 years, this event ranks 31st by magnitude — a meaningful storm, not an outlier. The county's largest recorded hail measured 4.25 inches on June 8, 2025. June is historically active here, with 120 events over the past decade, though May remains the peak month at 215 events.
Storm system
A 2-inch event was confirmed near Seward, Kansas the same day, suggesting this was part of a broader regional system rather than an isolated cell.
Contractor guidance
Local contractor data shows current backlogs of 4–8 weeks following storm activity; scheduling an inspection sooner reduces that wait. The city intake assessment rates storm chaser risk as moderate, consistent with Amarillo's exposure after regional hail events. Texas does not issue a state-level roofing license, so verification falls on the homeowner — confirm the contractor holds a valid local business license, carries general liability and workers' comp, and is properly registered with the Texas Secretary of State if operating as a corporation or LLC. Ask for all documentation before signing anything.
Permits & building code
At 2.5 inches, full replacement is a realistic outcome on older shingle roofs, though repair remains possible on newer installations depending on the inspection findings. Permits in this area run $150–$350, are pulled by the contractor, and require a post-installation inspection. Class 4 impact-resistant shingles qualify for a 10–20% discount with most Texas insurers.
- 1Photograph your roof, gutters, downspouts, and any exterior surfaces from ground level while damage is fresh — date-stamp every image.
- 2Get a repair estimate from a licensed contractor before contacting your insurer — at these numbers, out-of-pocket repair is likely cheaper than filing a claim.
- 3Vet any contractor before signing: verify local business license, liability insurance, workers' comp certificate, and state registration.
- 4Keep a written record of every contractor visit, quote, and communication — include dates and names.
- 5Review your policy declarations page to confirm your deductible type and coverage terms before any repair work begins.
This storm may have damaged your roof — get a free Amarillo inspection
Hail data for this event is sourced from NOAA NEXRAD radar via the Severe Weather Data Inventory (SWDI) and is radar-confirmed, pending full NWS storm survey write-up.