How many tornadoes has Chula Vista, CA had?
Chula Vista has had 10 tornadoes on record within 25 miles since 1950.
When was the most recent tornado near Chula Vista?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Chula Vista was an F0 on February 23, 2005.
When is tornado season in Chula Vista?
February is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Chula Vista, with 4 on record. April through June account for 1 of the 10 tornadoes on record near Chula Vista.
At a Glance
Tornadoes Since 1950
10
Within search radius
Violent (EF3+)
0
0.0% of total
Peak Month
February
4 on record
Per Year Avg
0.1
Across 76 years
Tornadoes by Decade
1950s
1
1970s
2
1980s
3
1990s
2
2000s
2
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
6
EF1
4
Tornadoes by Month
Jan
2
Feb
4
Mar
2
Apr
1
May
0
Jun
0
Jul
0
Aug
0
Sep
0
Oct
0
Nov
1
Dec
0
Have any tornadoes near Chula Vista been fatal?
No fatalities are on record within 25 miles of Chula Vista from any of the 10 tornadoes since 1950, though 1 injuries have been reported, according to NOAA Storm Prediction Center records.
Notable Tornadoes Near Chula Vista
Costliest Tornado
F1 on March 19, 1991 — est. ~$275K (NOAA damage class, pre-1996 estimate).
Widest Tornado
F1 on March 19, 1991 — 440 yards wide.
Longest Path
F1 on March 19, 1991 — 1.0 mile track.
Most Recent
F0 on February 23, 2005.
What the record shows near Chula Vista
The 1980s were the busiest decade near Chula Vista, with 3 of the 10 confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles; the 2000s have produced 2 so far. The Chula Vista record runs from the 1950s to today.
Of the tornadoes rated near Chula Vista, 10 reached EF0 or EF1 and 0 reached EF2 or stronger. The most intense on record near Chula Vista is rated EF1, of which 4 are logged.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tornadoes has Chula Vista, CA had?
Since 1950, 10 tornadoes have been recorded within 25 miles of Chula Vista. Data source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center.
When is tornado season in Chula Vista?
February is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Chula Vista, with 4 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.
When was the most recent tornado near Chula Vista?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Chula Vista was an F0 on February 23, 2005.
How do I get tornado warnings for Chula Vista?
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