Nebraska Tornado History — 1,710 Tornadoes (Aggregate) Since 1950
12 cities covered · 1950–present · NOAA Storm Prediction Center
How many tornadoes does Nebraska get per year?
Nebraska has had 1,710 tornadoes on record since 1950, including 140 violent (EF3+) tornadoes — averaging about 22.5 per year across 12 cities covered here. Aggregate counts sum across overlapping city radii, so unique-event totals are lower; see the per-city pages for non-overlapping figures.
When was the most recent tornado in Nebraska?
The most recent tornado in our Nebraska dataset was an Unrated on June 24, 2025 near Grand Island.
When is tornado season in Nebraska?
May is historically the peak month for tornadoes in Nebraska, with 518 aggregate on record. Tornadoes can occur any time of year, but spring through early summer (April–June) generally sees the highest activity across most US states.
Nebraska at a Glance
Cities Covered
12
Tornado-prone metros
Tornadoes (Aggregate)
1,710
Sum across city radii
Violent (EF3+)
140
8.2% of aggregate
Peak Month
May
518 aggregate
Notable Tornadoes in Nebraska
Deadliest Tornado in Nebraska
F4 on May 30, 1954 near Norfolk — 6 fatalities, 29.9 mi path.
Most Recent Tornado
Unrated on June 24, 2025 near Grand Island.