How many tornadoes has Monroe, LA had?
Monroe has had 132 tornadoes on record within 25 miles since 1950, including 10 strong to violent (EF3+) tornadoes.
When was the most recent tornado near Monroe?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Monroe was an EF2 on January 5, 2025.
When is tornado season in Monroe?
April is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Monroe, with 45 on record. April through June account for 75 of the 132 tornadoes on record near Monroe.
At a Glance
Tornadoes Since 1950
132
Within search radius
Violent (EF3+)
10
7.6% of total
Peak Month
April
45 on record
Per Year Avg
1.7
Across 76 years
Recent Tornado Activity Near Monroe
The last 20 years of confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles —
50 total, averaging 2.5 per year over this window.
2026
0
2025
1
2024
0
2023
2
2022
5
2021
4
2020
4
2019
7
2018
9
2017
4
2016
0
2015
0
2014
2
2013
1
2012
0
2011
5
2010
1
2009
3
2008
2
2007
0
Tornadoes by Decade
1950s
9
1960s
9
1970s
20
1980s
21
1990s
14
2000s
14
2010s
29
2020s
16
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
31
EF1
75
EF2
16
EF3
9
EF4
1
Tornadoes by Month
Jan
8
Feb
2
Mar
20
Apr
45
May
19
Jun
11
Jul
2
Aug
2
Sep
2
Oct
5
Nov
12
Dec
4
Casualties on Record Near Monroe
10 fatalities have been recorded within 25 miles of Monroe since 1950, across 5 events. 156 injuries have been reported across all events. 2001 was the deadliest year on record near Monroe.
The deadliest single event was an F3 on November 24, 2001, which caused 3 fatalities along a 30.0-mile track.
Notable Tornadoes Near Monroe
Deadliest Tornado
F3 on November 24, 2001 — 3 fatalities, 30.0 mi path, 880 yd wide.
Costliest Tornado
EF3 on April 12, 2020 — $250.0M in reported property damage.
Widest Tornado
EF1 on April 14, 2018 — 1,545 yards wide.
Longest Path
F2 on March 22, 1953 — 234.7 mile track.
Most Recent
EF2 on January 5, 2025.
What the record shows near Monroe
The 2010s were the busiest decade near Monroe, with 29 of the 132 confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles; the 2020s have produced 16 so far. The Monroe record runs from the 1950s to today.
Of the tornadoes rated near Monroe, 106 reached EF0 or EF1 and 26 reached EF2 or stronger. The most intense on record near Monroe is rated EF4, of which 1 is logged.
Across the last 20 years Monroe has averaged 2.5 confirmed tornadoes a year within 25 miles, 50 in total. 2018 was the busiest of them with 9, and 6 of those years passed with none at all.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tornadoes has Monroe, LA had?
Since 1950, 132 tornadoes have been recorded within 25 miles of Monroe. Data source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center.
What was the deadliest tornado near Monroe?
The deadliest tornado on record within 25 miles of Monroe was an F3 on November 24, 2001, which caused 3 fatalities.
When is tornado season in Monroe?
April is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Monroe, with 45 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.
Has Monroe been hit by an EF4 or EF5 tornado?
Within 25 miles of Monroe, there has been 0 EF5 and 1 EF4 tornado recorded since 1950. EF4 and EF5 tornadoes are the most destructive ratings on the Enhanced Fujita scale, with winds above 166 mph.
When was the most recent tornado near Monroe?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Monroe was an EF2 on January 5, 2025.
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