Wendover, UT Hail Storm – August 2026

Wendover, UT recorded a late-afternoon hail event on August 31, 2026, with a peak hail size of 1.39 inches. The event was a compact, radar-detected convective cell that traversed the Wendover metro area.

What Happened

Dual-polarization radar flagged hail signatures within an NWS warning area for Wendover at 5:53 PM MDT on August 31. The NWS alert noted radar-detected hail near 1.28 inches at that time. StormSnipe analysis shows a maximum measured hail diameter of 1.39 inches within the mapped hail track. The storm concluded the same evening and is no longer active.

The hail track ran across the Wendover metro footprint. The NWS warning area covered the general storm path. Radar returns were coherent and continuous through the warning period, supporting a single-cell hail swath rather than multiple discrete cores.

Damage Assessment

Hail reached 1.39 inches at its peak, larger than a U.S. quarter (1.00 inch) and smaller than a golf ball (1.75 inches). In Wendover, that size range is consistent with panel dents on passenger vehicles, chipped paint on exposed metal surfaces, and damage to softer roofing materials on residential and light-commercial structures. Windows and heavy structural roofing are less likely to have been penetrated by this size, but localized failures can occur where hail impact coincided with existing wear.

Roadside and exposed equipment in the Wendover metro area are most likely to show cosmetic and surface damage. Photographs and time-stamped documentation taken within 24 to 72 hours will best capture the initial condition for insurance and repair planning. Field reports or spotter-verified observations tied to specific addresses will refine the localized damage picture beyond the radar-derived hail track.

What Contractors Should Know

Inspect roofs, vehicles, and exterior equipment in Wendover for dents, cracked seals, and punctures. Start with photographic documentation. Use scale references in images and record the exact address, date, and local time. Prioritize tarping where water intrusion is likely. Log material types and approximate ages for each affected structure to support repair planning and claims discussions.

Estimate repair scopes based on measured hail diameters and observed damage. For roofing, confirm substrate type and condition before recommending full replacement versus spot repairs. For vehicles, compile serial photos of all sides and note any paint or glass damage. Coordinate with adjusters and retain invoices for emergency work, including tarping and temporary fixes. Consider safety protocols for on-site crews when inspecting after storms, including unstable roofing and wet surfaces.

Consult the Strike Map (paid product) for the radar-confirmed hail swath and the paid damage zone delineation.