Fillmore, CA Tornado History — 10 Tornadoes Since 1950
How many tornadoes has Fillmore, CA had?
Fillmore has had 10 tornadoes on record within 25 miles since 1950.
When was the most recent tornado near Fillmore?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Fillmore was an EF0 on February 13, 2025.
When is tornado season in Fillmore?
January is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Fillmore, with 3 on record. Spring through early summer (April–June) generally sees the highest activity across most of the central and southern United States.
At a Glance
Recent Tornado Activity Near Fillmore
The last 20 years of confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles — 4 total, averaging 0.2 per year over this window.
Tornadoes by Decade
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.
Tornadoes by Month
Have any tornadoes near Fillmore been fatal?
No fatalities are on record within 25 miles of Fillmore from any of the 10 tornadoes since 1950. NOAA Storm Prediction Center records.
Notable Tornadoes Near Fillmore
About Tornadoes in Fillmore
This overview was written April 23, 2026. The tornado counts and notable-event figures elsewhere on this page reflect the latest data and may differ from this summary.
Fillmore, California has experienced 10 tornadoes within a 25-mile radius since 1950, according to the NOAA Storm Prediction Center. All of these events have been rated EF0, the weakest classification on the Enhanced Fujita scale, which indicates estimated wind speeds of 65 to 85 mph. None of the recorded tornadoes in this area have resulted in fatalities.
The distribution of tornado activity has been sporadic across the decades. The area recorded one tornado in the 1950s, followed by a quiet period with no events in the 1960s and 1970s. Activity resumed with one tornado in the 1980s, then increased to three events in the 1990s. The 2000s and 2010s each saw two tornadoes, and one event has been recorded in the 2020s, most recently on February 13, 2025.
January stands out as the peak month for tornado activity in the Fillmore area, with three recorded events. This winter concentration is unusual compared to the national pattern, where tornadoes most commonly occur during spring and early summer months when warm, moist air masses collide with cooler air. The most notable event by path dimensions occurred on January 21, 2010, when an EF0 tornado traveled 1.5 miles with a maximum width of 67 yards, though it caused no property damage or injuries.
The costliest tornado on record struck on December 7, 1992, causing $2,750 in property damage. This F0-rated tornado had a brief 0.1-mile path and a maximum width of just 10 yards. The minimal damage figures across all recorded events reflect both the weak intensity of these tornadoes and the relatively low population density of the affected areas. The most recent tornado, in February 2025, traveled 0.6 miles with a 20-yard width and caused no damage.