How many tornadoes has Union City, CA had?
Union City has had 12 tornadoes on record within 25 miles since 1950.
When was the most recent tornado near Union City?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Union City was an F1 on March 20, 2005.
When is tornado season in Union City?
January is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Union City, with 2 on record. April through June account for 4 of the 12 tornadoes on record near Union City.
At a Glance
Tornadoes Since 1950
12
Within search radius
Violent (EF3+)
0
0.0% of total
Peak Month
January
2 on record
Per Year Avg
0.2
Across 76 years
Tornadoes by Decade
1950s
2
1980s
2
1990s
7
2000s
1
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
EF2
2
Tornadoes by Month
Jan
2
Feb
2
Mar
2
Apr
2
May
2
Jun
0
Jul
0
Aug
0
Sep
0
Oct
0
Nov
0
Dec
2
Have any tornadoes near Union City been fatal?
No fatalities are on record within 25 miles of Union City from any of the 12 tornadoes since 1950, though 3 injuries have been reported, according to NOAA Storm Prediction Center records.
Notable Tornadoes Near Union City
Costliest Tornado
F2 on January 11, 1951 — est. ~$2.8M (NOAA damage class, pre-1996 estimate).
Widest Tornado
F2 on May 5, 1998 — 100 yards wide.
Longest Path
F2 on January 11, 1951 — 5.7 mile track.
Most Recent
F1 on March 20, 2005.
What the record shows near Union City
The 1990s were the busiest decade near Union City, with 7 of the 12 confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles; the 2000s have produced 1 so far. The Union City record runs from the 1950s to today.
Of the tornadoes rated near Union City, 10 reached EF0 or EF1 and 2 reached EF2 or stronger. The most intense on record near Union City is rated EF2, of which 2 are logged.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tornadoes has Union City, CA had?
Since 1950, 12 tornadoes have been recorded within 25 miles of Union City. Data source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center.
When is tornado season in Union City?
January is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Union City, with 2 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 Union City?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Union City was an F1 on March 20, 2005.
How do I get tornado warnings for Union City?
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