How many tornadoes has Trenton, NJ had?
Trenton has had 74 tornadoes on record within 25 miles since 1950, including 4 strong to violent (EF3+) tornadoes.
When was the most recent tornado near Trenton?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Trenton was an EF0 on June 14, 2024.
When is tornado season in Trenton?
July is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Trenton, with 18 on record. April through June account for 22 of the 74 tornadoes on record near Trenton.
At a Glance
Tornadoes Since 1950
74
Within search radius
Violent (EF3+)
4
5.4% of total
Peak Month
July
18 on record
Per Year Avg
1.0
Across 76 years
Recent Tornado Activity Near Trenton
The last 20 years of confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles —
30 total, averaging 1.5 per year over this window.
2026
0
2025
0
2024
1
2023
9
2022
0
2021
12
2020
1
2019
3
2018
0
2017
0
2016
0
2015
0
2014
0
2013
0
2012
0
2011
3
2010
1
2009
0
2008
0
2007
0
Tornadoes by Decade
1950s
6
1960s
7
1970s
3
1980s
8
1990s
14
2000s
6
2010s
7
2020s
23
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
16
EF1
42
EF2
12
EF3
4
Tornadoes by Month
Jan
1
Feb
1
Mar
2
Apr
8
May
5
Jun
9
Jul
18
Aug
11
Sep
13
Oct
4
Nov
2
Dec
0
Casualties on Record Near Trenton
2 fatalities have been recorded within 25 miles of Trenton since 1950, across 2 events. 40 injuries have been reported across all events. 2021 was the deadliest year on record near Trenton.
The deadliest single event was an EF2 on September 1, 2021, which caused 1 fatality along a 8.3-mile track.
Notable Tornadoes Near Trenton
Deadliest Tornado
EF2 on September 1, 2021 — 1 fatality, 8.3 mi path, 400 yd wide.
Costliest Tornado
EF2 on September 1, 2021 — $5.0M in reported property damage.
Widest Tornado
F1 on November 16, 1989 — 800 yards wide.
Longest Path
F1 on March 10, 1964 — 59.1 mile track.
Most Recent
EF0 on June 14, 2024.
What the record shows near Trenton
The 2020s are the busiest decade on record so far near Trenton, with 23 of the 74 confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles. The Trenton record runs from the 1950s to today.
Of the tornadoes rated near Trenton, 58 reached EF0 or EF1 and 16 reached EF2 or stronger. The most intense on record near Trenton is rated EF3, of which 4 are logged.
Across the last 20 years Trenton has averaged 1.5 confirmed tornadoes a year within 25 miles, 30 in total. 2021 was the busiest of them with 12, and 13 of those years passed with none at all.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tornadoes has Trenton, NJ had?
Since 1950, 74 tornadoes have been recorded within 25 miles of Trenton. Data source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center.
What was the deadliest tornado near Trenton?
The deadliest tornado on record within 25 miles of Trenton was an EF2 on September 1, 2021, which caused 1 fatality.
When is tornado season in Trenton?
July is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Trenton, 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 Trenton?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Trenton was an EF0 on June 14, 2024.
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