Maricopa, AZ Hail Storm – August 2026

Maricopa, Arizona experienced a concluded hail event on August 13, 2026, with peak hail reaching 0.98 inches and a compact late-afternoon hail swath across the metro.

What Happened

Storm cells developed over the Phoenix metro and moved into Maricopa in the late afternoon on August 13. The National Weather Service issued three separate severe thunderstorm warnings for the area. The first warning was issued at 4:24 PM MST (23:24 UTC) and noted potential 0.75-inch hail in the warning area. A second warning followed at 5:06 PM MST (00:06 UTC) with the same hail size noted for its warning area. A third warning issued at 5:14 PM MST (00:14 UTC) again cited 0.75-inch hail in the warning area. Dual-polarization radar detected concentrated hail cores as the line passed through central and southern portions of the Maricopa metro. The event concluded in the early evening with radar returns and surface reports subsiding.

Damage Assessment

Hail in the near-inch range can produce cosmetic and functional damage across residential and commercial properties. Vehicle panels and exposed metal fixtures are at risk of dents and paint disruption. Asphalt shingle roofs may show pitting and accelerated granule loss that can shorten service life. Vinyl siding can exhibit cracking or perforation where hail rates and wind coincided. Window screens, pool liners, and uncovered outdoor equipment are susceptible to tears and localized damage. Reported impacts are concentrated along the radar-detected hail track through the Maricopa metro; exterior inspections should prioritize properties located inside the warning areas issued that afternoon.

What Contractors Should Know

Begin with a systematic exterior assessment. Prioritize roof surfaces, gutters, HVAC condenser fins, solar arrays, and vehicle lots. Photograph damage with date and time stamps and capture GPS coordinates for each structure. Note granule loss on asphalt shingles, measured dents on metal panels, and any displaced flashing. Use a ladder and binoculars for initial checks to limit rooftop exposure.

For repairs, small dents to metal and minor shingle granule loss can often be addressed with targeted repairs. Replace roof sections where impact pitting has removed protective granules across multiple shingles or where shingles are fractured. Secure temporary covers on compromised openings and document all temporary measures. Coordinate with insurance adjusters and provide clear scope documents tying repair recommendations to observed damage along the radar-detected hail track.

For the precise radar-derived hail track and paid damage zone details, view the Strike Map for this event.