How many tornadoes has Methuen, MA had?
Methuen has had 45 tornadoes on record within 25 miles since 1950, including 3 strong to violent (EF3+) tornadoes.
When was the most recent tornado near Methuen?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Methuen was an EF1 on August 22, 2016.
When is tornado season in Methuen?
July is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Methuen, with 19 on record. April through June account for 10 of the 45 tornadoes on record near Methuen.
At a Glance
Tornadoes Since 1950
45
Within search radius
Violent (EF3+)
3
6.7% of total
Peak Month
July
19 on record
Per Year Avg
0.6
Across 76 years
Recent Tornado Activity Near Methuen
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
13
1960s
17
1970s
8
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
5
EF1
26
EF2
11
EF3
3
Tornadoes by Month
Jan
0
Feb
0
Mar
0
Apr
0
May
4
Jun
6
Jul
19
Aug
10
Sep
1
Oct
3
Nov
1
Dec
1
Casualties on Record Near Methuen
1 fatality has been recorded within 25 miles of Methuen since 1950, across 1 event. 20 injuries have been reported across all events. 1970 was the deadliest year on record near Methuen.
The deadliest single event was an F3 on October 3, 1970, which caused 1 fatality along a 35.4-mile track.
Notable Tornadoes Near Methuen
Deadliest Tornado
F3 on October 3, 1970 — 1 fatality, 35.4 mi path, 60 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
F3 on October 3, 1970 — 35.4 mile track.
Most Recent
EF1 on August 22, 2016.
What the record shows near Methuen
The 1960s were the busiest decade near Methuen, with 17 of the 45 confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles; the 2010s have produced 2 so far. The Methuen record runs from the 1950s to today.
Of the tornadoes rated near Methuen, 31 reached EF0 or EF1 and 14 reached EF2 or stronger. The most intense on record near Methuen is rated EF3, of which 3 are logged.
Across the last 20 years Methuen 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 Methuen, MA had?
Since 1950, 45 tornadoes have been recorded within 25 miles of Methuen. Data source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center.
What was the deadliest tornado near Methuen?
The deadliest tornado on record within 25 miles of Methuen was an F3 on October 3, 1970, which caused 1 fatality.
When is tornado season in Methuen?
July is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Methuen, with 19 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 Methuen?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Methuen was an EF1 on August 22, 2016.
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