How many tornadoes has DeBary, FL had?
DeBary has had 144 tornadoes on record within 25 miles since 1950, including 5 strong to violent (EF3+) tornadoes.
When was the most recent tornado near DeBary?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of DeBary was an EF2 on March 10, 2025.
When is tornado season in DeBary?
June is historically the peak month for tornadoes near DeBary, with 21 on record. April through June account for 52 of the 144 tornadoes on record near DeBary.
At a Glance
Tornadoes Since 1950
144
Within search radius
Violent (EF3+)
5
3.5% of total
Peak Month
June
21 on record
Per Year Avg
1.9
Across 76 years
Recent Tornado Activity Near DeBary
The last 20 years of confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles —
24 total, averaging 1.2 per year over this window.
2026
0
2025
1
2024
2
2023
0
2022
0
2021
0
2020
7
2019
1
2018
1
2017
1
2016
0
2015
0
2014
1
2013
0
2012
1
2011
2
2010
1
2009
3
2008
0
2007
3
Tornadoes by Decade
1950s
6
1960s
10
1970s
43
1980s
31
1990s
23
2000s
13
2010s
8
2020s
10
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
64
EF1
55
EF2
20
EF3
5
Tornadoes by Month
Jan
9
Feb
19
Mar
11
Apr
19
May
12
Jun
21
Jul
11
Aug
15
Sep
10
Oct
6
Nov
5
Dec
6
Casualties on Record Near DeBary
33 fatalities have been recorded within 25 miles of DeBary since 1950, across 7 events. 356 injuries have been reported across all events. 1998 was the deadliest year on record near DeBary.
The deadliest single event was an EF3 on February 2, 2007, which caused 13 fatalities along a 26.0-mile track.
Notable Tornadoes Near DeBary
Deadliest Tornado
EF3 on February 2, 2007 — 13 fatalities, 26.0 mi path, 450 yd wide.
Costliest Tornado
EF3 on February 2, 2007 — $98.0M in reported property damage.
Widest Tornado
EF2 on August 18, 2020 — 550 yards wide.
Longest Path
F1 on February 6, 1975 — 54.9 mile track.
Most Recent
EF2 on March 10, 2025.
What the record shows near DeBary
The 1970s were the busiest decade near DeBary, with 43 of the 144 confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles; the 2020s have produced 10 so far. The DeBary record runs from the 1950s to today.
Of the tornadoes rated near DeBary, 119 reached EF0 or EF1 and 25 reached EF2 or stronger. The most intense on record near DeBary is rated EF3, of which 5 are logged.
Across the last 20 years DeBary has averaged 1.2 confirmed tornadoes a year within 25 miles, 24 in total. 2020 was the busiest of them with 7, and 8 of those years passed with none at all.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tornadoes has DeBary, FL had?
Since 1950, 144 tornadoes have been recorded within 25 miles of DeBary. Data source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center.
What was the deadliest tornado near DeBary?
The deadliest tornado on record within 25 miles of DeBary was an EF3 on February 2, 2007, which caused 13 fatalities.
When is tornado season in DeBary?
June is historically the peak month for tornadoes near DeBary, with 21 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 DeBary?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of DeBary was an EF2 on March 10, 2025.
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