Leupp, AZ Hail Storm – August 2026

Leupp, AZ experienced hail on August 5, 2026, with peak hail measured at 1.4 inches. The event produced multiple NWS warnings and radar-detected hail cells across the local warning area.

What Happened

Storm activity began in the early afternoon and concluded in the early evening. Ten NWS alerts covered the Leupp warning area between 1:15 PM MST and 5:33 PM MST. Six alerts included dual-polarization radar detection of hail. Radar-detected peaks during the event were 1.11 inches at 3:40 PM MST and 1.17 inches at 4:19 PM MST. The sequence alternated between NWS warning only notices and radar-detected hail reports. Repeated 1.0-inch hail alerts appeared through the late afternoon, with radar detections at 1:45 PM MST, 3:48 PM MST, 4:34 PM MST, and 5:33 PM MST. The storm is concluded and no further warnings are active for this event.

Damage Assessment

Hail in this size range commonly produces vehicle dents, bruising to asphalt shingles, and small punctures or chips to siding and exterior trim. In the Leupp warning area, observed and radar-detected hail sizes indicate the highest local risk to unprotected roofs and parked vehicles during the late afternoon window. Where hail accumulated on surfaces or impacted at a shallow angle, surface scouring and granular loss on roof coverings are likely.

No field damage reports are embedded in this summary beyond radar and NWS alert records. Contractors and property owners should verify condition on site. Photograph panels, shingles, and vehicle surfaces with scale and GPS metadata. Note the time of inspection and compare to the local alert timeline when documenting loss.

What Contractors Should Know

Inspect roofs using a consistent, documented pattern: walkable roof sections first, then step-offs and hips, then downspouts and flashing. Look for shingle bruising, granular loss, cracked sealant, and exposed mat. For vehicles, check painted surfaces, mirrors, and windshield edges for chips and hairline cracks. Prioritize safety; use fall protection and avoid walking steep or wet roofs.

For estimates, record hail diameter measurements where stones are still present or on recovered debris. Capture geotagged photos of representative damage and undamaged control areas. Provide clients with a concise timeline referencing the 1:15 PM to 5:33 PM MST alert window and note which portions of the property fell inside the NWS warning area. Coordinate temporary repairs such as tarping and board-up before full replacement work proceeds.

See the Strike Map for precise hail track data and paid damage zone overlays.