Glenwood Springs hail storm history
Garfield County·NOAA NCEI Storm Events Database·~75-day publication lag
Glenwood Springs, located in Garfield County, has experienced zero hail events of 1 inch or greater over the past 10 years according to available NOAA records. The town's position in the Colorado River Valley, surrounded by the Rocky Mountains, creates a geographic buffer that reduces the frequency and severity of hail compared to eastern Colorado communities.
Hail risk in Glenwood Springs peaks during June, July, and August, with May presenting secondary risk. The town's mountain geography delays peak hail season by 4 to 6 weeks relative to the Front Range, with afternoon convective storms occurring most frequently during these summer months when atmospheric conditions favor storm development.
Annual frequency — last 10 years
When hail hits — monthly pattern
Avg events per month · all years · NOAA data
All recorded hail events
Of 3 recorded events, 1 (33%) reached 1.5" or larger — the threshold for likely functional damage on standard asphalt shingles.
Hail estimated to be an inch in diameter was reported on social media from Carbondale.
Ping pong ball sized hail fell 18 miles east of Buford in Garfield County. The hail dented vehicles …
A severe thunderstorm produced large hail the size of quarters east of Silt.
NOAA storm records for Garfield County show lower reporting density than Front Range counties, which means smaller or brief hail events may not appear in the historical database. The absence of recorded 1-inch-or-greater hail events reflects both the protective effect of Glenwood Springs's location and the limitations of regional storm monitoring.
NOAA Storm Events Database source