How many tornadoes has Derry, NH had?
Derry has had 38 tornadoes on record within 25 miles since 1950, including 3 strong to violent (EF3+) tornadoes.
When was the most recent tornado near Derry?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Derry was an EF2 on July 24, 2008, causing 1 fatality.
When is tornado season in Derry?
July is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Derry, with 18 on record. April through June account for 8 of the 38 tornadoes on record near Derry.
At a Glance
Tornadoes Since 1950
38
Within search radius
Violent (EF3+)
3
7.9% of total
Peak Month
July
18 on record
Per Year Avg
0.5
Across 76 years
Recent Tornado Activity Near Derry
The last 20 years of confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles —
1 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
0
2015
0
2014
0
2013
0
2012
0
2011
0
2010
0
2009
0
2008
1
2007
0
Tornadoes by Decade
1950s
9
1960s
16
1970s
9
1980s
1
1990s
1
2000s
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
20
EF2
11
EF3
3
Tornadoes by Month
Jan
0
Feb
0
Mar
0
Apr
0
May
3
Jun
5
Jul
18
Aug
6
Sep
1
Oct
3
Nov
1
Dec
1
Casualties on Record Near Derry
2 fatalities have been recorded within 25 miles of Derry since 1950, across 2 events. 21 injuries have been reported across all events. 2008 was the deadliest year on record near Derry.
The deadliest single event was an F3 on October 3, 1970, which caused 1 fatality along a 35.4-mile track.
Notable Tornadoes Near Derry
Deadliest Tornado
F3 on October 3, 1970 — 1 fatality, 35.4 mi path, 60 yd wide.
Costliest Tornado
F2 on July 21, 1972 — est. ~$2.8M (NOAA damage class, pre-1996 estimate).
Widest Tornado
EF2 on July 24, 2008 — 880 yards wide.
Longest Path
EF2 on July 24, 2008 — 50.5 mile track.
Most Recent
EF2 on July 24, 2008 — 1 fatality.
What the record shows near Derry
The 1960s were the busiest decade near Derry, with 16 of the 38 confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles; the 2000s have produced 2 so far. The Derry record runs from the 1950s to today.
Of the tornadoes rated near Derry, 24 reached EF0 or EF1 and 14 reached EF2 or stronger. The most intense on record near Derry is rated EF3, of which 3 are logged.
Across the last 20 years Derry has averaged 0.1 confirmed tornadoes a year within 25 miles, 1 in total. 2008 was the busiest of them with 1, and 19 of those years passed with none at all.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tornadoes has Derry, NH had?
Since 1950, 38 tornadoes have been recorded within 25 miles of Derry. Data source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center.
What was the deadliest tornado near Derry?
The deadliest tornado on record within 25 miles of Derry was an F3 on October 3, 1970, which caused 1 fatality.
When is tornado season in Derry?
July is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Derry, with 18 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 Derry?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Derry was an EF2 on July 24, 2008.
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