How many tornadoes has Danvers, MA had?
Danvers has had 33 tornadoes on record within 25 miles since 1950, including 1 strong to violent (EF3+) tornado.
When was the most recent tornado near Danvers?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Danvers was an EF1 on August 22, 2016.
When is tornado season in Danvers?
July is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Danvers, with 13 on record. April through June account for 6 of the 33 tornadoes on record near Danvers.
At a Glance
Tornadoes Since 1950
33
Within search radius
Violent (EF3+)
1
3.0% of total
Peak Month
July
13 on record
Per Year Avg
0.4
Across 76 years
Recent Tornado Activity Near Danvers
The last 20 years of confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles —
2 total, averaging 0.1 per year over this window.
2026
0
2025
0
2024
0
2023
0
2022
0
2021
0
2020
0
2019
0
2018
0
2017
0
2016
1
2015
0
2014
1
2013
0
2012
0
2011
0
2010
0
2009
0
2008
0
2007
0
Tornadoes by Decade
1950s
10
1960s
10
1970s
6
1980s
3
1990s
1
2000s
1
2010s
2
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
4
EF1
18
EF2
10
EF3
1
Tornadoes by Month
Jan
0
Feb
0
Mar
0
Apr
0
May
3
Jun
3
Jul
13
Aug
9
Sep
1
Oct
1
Nov
2
Dec
1
Casualties on Record Near Danvers
1 fatality has been recorded within 25 miles of Danvers since 1950, across 1 event. 21 injuries have been reported across all events. 1972 was the deadliest year on record near Danvers.
The deadliest single event was an F1 on August 9, 1972, which caused 1 fatality along a 4.9-mile track.
Notable Tornadoes Near Danvers
Deadliest Tornado
F1 on August 9, 1972 — 1 fatality, 4.9 mi path, 30 yd wide.
Costliest Tornado
EF2 on July 28, 2014 — $4.0M in reported property damage.
Widest Tornado
EF2 on July 28, 2014 — 660 yards wide.
Longest Path
F1 on July 1, 1971 — 25.2 mile track.
Most Recent
EF1 on August 22, 2016.
What the record shows near Danvers
The 1950s were the busiest decade near Danvers, with 10 of the 33 confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles; the 2010s have produced 2 so far. The Danvers record runs from the 1950s to today.
Of the tornadoes rated near Danvers, 22 reached EF0 or EF1 and 11 reached EF2 or stronger. The most intense on record near Danvers is rated EF3, of which 1 is logged.
Across the last 20 years Danvers has averaged 0.1 confirmed tornadoes a year within 25 miles, 2 in total. 2014 was the busiest of them with 1, and 18 of those years passed with none at all.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tornadoes has Danvers, MA had?
Since 1950, 33 tornadoes have been recorded within 25 miles of Danvers. Data source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center.
What was the deadliest tornado near Danvers?
The deadliest tornado on record within 25 miles of Danvers was an F1 on August 9, 1972, which caused 1 fatality.
When is tornado season in Danvers?
July is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Danvers, with 13 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 Danvers?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Danvers was an EF1 on August 22, 2016.
How do I get tornado warnings for Danvers?
Vortex delivers real-time tornado warnings, severe thunderstorm alerts, and SPC outlook updates for any US location via push notification and phone call. Alerts are sourced directly from the National Weather Service and updated within seconds of issuance.
More Cities in Massachusetts
Get real-time tornado alerts for Danvers
Vortex monitors NWS warnings, SPC outlooks, and live radar — with push + phone call alerts when storms threaten your location.
Open the Vortex app →