Hawaii Tornado History — 41 Tornadoes Since 1950
How many tornadoes does Hawaii get per year?
Hawaii has had 41 tornadoes on record since 1950 — averaging about 0.5 per year since 1950 (about 0.0 per year over the last decade). Counts come from the NOAA Storm Prediction Center archive for Hawaii.
When was the most recent tornado in Hawaii?
The most recent confirmed tornado in our Hawaii dataset was an EF0 tornado on April 24, 2015. Confirmed records are complete through December 29, 2025.
When is tornado season in Hawaii?
March is historically the peak month for tornadoes in Hawaii, with 11 on record since 1950. Tornadoes can occur any time of year, but spring through early summer (April–June) generally sees the highest activity across most US states.
Hawaii at a Glance
Notable Tornadoes in Hawaii
County-by-county tornado warning pages for Hawaii →
Cities
City-level tornado history pages are published for tornado-prone metros, and Hawaii currently has none that meet that bar. The statewide figures on this page come directly from the NOAA Storm Prediction Center archive. Browse all states with city-level pages →