How many tornadoes has Russellville, AR had?
Russellville has had 99 tornadoes on record within 25 miles since 1950, including 11 strong to violent (EF3+) tornadoes.
When was the most recent tornado near Russellville?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Russellville was an EF1 on June 25, 2023.
When is tornado season in Russellville?
April is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Russellville, with 22 on record. April through June account for 48 of the 99 tornadoes on record near Russellville.
At a Glance
Tornadoes Since 1950
99
Within search radius
Violent (EF3+)
11
11.1% of total
Peak Month
April
22 on record
Per Year Avg
1.3
Across 76 years
Recent Tornado Activity Near Russellville
The last 20 years of confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles —
26 total, averaging 1.3 per year over this window.
2026
0
2025
0
2024
0
2023
2
2022
3
2021
1
2020
2
2019
0
2018
1
2017
3
2016
0
2015
2
2014
1
2013
0
2012
0
2011
3
2010
1
2009
3
2008
4
2007
0
Tornadoes by Decade
1950s
15
1960s
6
1970s
16
1980s
7
1990s
14
2000s
22
2010s
11
2020s
8
Tornadoes by Enhanced Fujita Rating
F0–F5 ratings (pre-2007) are grouped with their EF equivalents. The Enhanced Fujita scale replaced the original Fujita scale in February 2007.
EF0
20
EF1
40
EF2
28
EF3
10
EF4
1
Tornadoes by Month
Jan
4
Feb
7
Mar
16
Apr
22
May
21
Jun
5
Jul
2
Aug
1
Sep
4
Oct
1
Nov
15
Dec
1
Casualties on Record Near Russellville
19 fatalities have been recorded within 25 miles of Russellville since 1950, across 7 events. 312 injuries have been reported across all events. 2008 was the deadliest year on record near Russellville.
The deadliest single event was an EF4 on February 5, 2008, which caused 13 fatalities along a 121.8-mile track.
Notable Tornadoes Near Russellville
Deadliest Tornado
EF4 on February 5, 2008 — 13 fatalities, 121.8 mi path, 1,320 yd wide.
Costliest Tornado
EF4 on February 5, 2008 — $119.3M in reported property damage.
Widest Tornado
F2 on May 18, 1960 — 1,760 yards wide.
Longest Path
EF4 on February 5, 2008 — 121.8 mile track.
Most Recent
EF1 on June 25, 2023.
What the record shows near Russellville
The 2000s were the busiest decade near Russellville, with 22 of the 99 confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles; the 2020s have produced 8 so far. The Russellville record runs from the 1950s to today.
Of the tornadoes rated near Russellville, 60 reached EF0 or EF1 and 39 reached EF2 or stronger. The most intense on record near Russellville is rated EF4, of which 1 is logged.
Across the last 20 years Russellville has averaged 1.3 confirmed tornadoes a year within 25 miles, 26 in total. 2008 was the busiest of them with 4, and 8 of those years passed with none at all.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tornadoes has Russellville, AR had?
Since 1950, 99 tornadoes have been recorded within 25 miles of Russellville. Data source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center.
What was the deadliest tornado near Russellville?
The deadliest tornado on record within 25 miles of Russellville was an EF4 on February 5, 2008, which caused 13 fatalities.
When is tornado season in Russellville?
April is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Russellville, with 22 tornadoes on record. Tornadoes can occur any time of year, but spring months (April–June) generally see the highest activity across most of the central and southern United States.
Has Russellville been hit by an EF4 or EF5 tornado?
Within 25 miles of Russellville, there has been 0 EF5 and 1 EF4 tornado recorded since 1950. EF4 and EF5 tornadoes are the most destructive ratings on the Enhanced Fujita scale, with winds above 166 mph.
When was the most recent tornado near Russellville?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Russellville was an EF1 on June 25, 2023.
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