Breckenridge hail storm history
Summit County·NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database·~75-day publication lag
Breckenridge, located in Summit County, has experienced only 1 documented hail event of 1 inch or greater over the past 10 years, with the largest recorded hailstone measuring 1 inch in diameter. The town's mountain elevation and geography significantly reduce hail frequency compared to lower-elevation Colorado communities. Summit County records show 2 total hail events in NOAA's historical database, reflecting the relatively low hail risk in this area.
Hail in Breckenridge follows a delayed seasonal pattern due to the area's mountain geography, with peak activity occurring in June, July, and August—approximately 4 to 6 weeks later than Front Range communities. May also sees secondary hail potential. Afternoon convective storms drive most hail events during these months, though the overall frequency remains low at 0.1 events per year.
Annual frequency — last 10 years
When hail hits — monthly pattern
Avg events per month · all years · NOAA data
All recorded hail events
Of 4 recorded events, 0 (0%) reached 1.5" or larger — the threshold for likely functional damage on standard asphalt shingles.
In addition to the one inch hail. CDOT web cameras showed hail covering 285 in and near Fairplay. Pl…
Breckenridge's low event count reflects both genuine geographic protection from hail and NOAA's reporting density in mountain communities, which is sparser than Front Range urban areas. The 1-inch threshold used here captures only the largest, most damaging hail events; smaller hail events below this size are not included in this historical record.
NOAA Storm Events Database source