How many tornadoes has Tupelo, MS had?
Tupelo has had 125 tornadoes on record within 25 miles since 1950, including 17 strong to violent (EF3+) tornadoes.
When was the most recent tornado near Tupelo?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Tupelo was an EF1 on June 7, 2025.
When is tornado season in Tupelo?
April is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Tupelo, with 31 on record. April through June account for 59 of the 125 tornadoes on record near Tupelo.
At a Glance
Tornadoes Since 1950
125
Within search radius
Violent (EF3+)
17
13.6% of total
Peak Month
April
31 on record
Per Year Avg
1.6
Across 76 years
Recent Tornado Activity Near Tupelo
The last 20 years of confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles —
63 total, averaging 3.1 per year over this window.
2026
0
2025
9
2024
1
2023
10
2022
0
2021
11
2020
1
2019
3
2018
3
2017
4
2016
1
2015
3
2014
2
2013
0
2012
0
2011
5
2010
1
2009
5
2008
4
2007
0
Tornadoes by Decade
1950s
8
1960s
5
1970s
10
1980s
13
1990s
16
2000s
19
2010s
22
2020s
32
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
37
EF1
46
EF2
25
EF3
15
EF4
1
EF5
1
Tornadoes by Month
Jan
5
Feb
8
Mar
23
Apr
31
May
21
Jun
7
Jul
0
Aug
3
Sep
3
Oct
3
Nov
12
Dec
9
Casualties on Record Near Tupelo
57 fatalities have been recorded within 25 miles of Tupelo since 1950, across 9 events. 565 injuries have been reported across all events. 2011 was the deadliest year on record near Tupelo.
The deadliest single event was an EF5 on April 27, 2011, which caused 23 fatalities along a 37.3-mile track.
Notable Tornadoes Near Tupelo
Deadliest Tornado
EF5 on April 27, 2011 — 23 fatalities, 37.3 mi path, 1,320 yd wide.
Costliest Tornado
EF1 on April 1, 2023 — $105.0M in reported property damage.
Widest Tornado
EF3 on April 27, 2011 — 1,800 yards wide.
Longest Path
F2 on April 3, 1956 — 124.9 mile track.
Most Recent
EF1 on June 7, 2025.
What the record shows near Tupelo
The 2020s are the busiest decade on record so far near Tupelo, with 32 of the 125 confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles. The Tupelo record runs from the 1950s to today.
Of the tornadoes rated near Tupelo, 83 reached EF0 or EF1 and 42 reached EF2 or stronger. The most intense on record near Tupelo is rated EF5, of which 1 is logged.
Across the last 20 years Tupelo has averaged 3.1 confirmed tornadoes a year within 25 miles, 63 in total. 2021 was the busiest of them with 11, and 5 of those years passed with none at all.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tornadoes has Tupelo, MS had?
Since 1950, 125 tornadoes have been recorded within 25 miles of Tupelo. Data source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center.
What was the deadliest tornado near Tupelo?
The deadliest tornado on record within 25 miles of Tupelo was an EF5 on April 27, 2011, which caused 23 fatalities.
When is tornado season in Tupelo?
April is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Tupelo, with 31 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 Tupelo been hit by an EF4 or EF5 tornado?
Within 25 miles of Tupelo, there have been 1 EF5 and 1 EF4 tornadoes 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 Tupelo?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Tupelo was an EF1 on June 7, 2025.
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