How many tornadoes has Bensalem, PA had?
Bensalem has had 96 tornadoes on record within 25 miles since 1950, including 3 strong to violent (EF3+) tornadoes.
When was the most recent tornado near Bensalem?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Bensalem was an EF0 on June 14, 2024.
When is tornado season in Bensalem?
July is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Bensalem, with 23 on record. April through June account for 27 of the 96 tornadoes on record near Bensalem.
At a Glance
Tornadoes Since 1950
96
Within search radius
Violent (EF3+)
3
3.1% of total
Peak Month
July
23 on record
Per Year Avg
1.3
Across 76 years
Recent Tornado Activity Near Bensalem
The last 20 years of confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles —
35 total, averaging 1.8 per year over this window.
2026
0
2025
0
2024
1
2023
8
2022
2
2021
13
2020
3
2019
4
2018
0
2017
0
2016
0
2015
0
2014
0
2013
0
2012
1
2011
2
2010
1
2009
0
2008
0
2007
0
Tornadoes by Decade
1950s
8
1960s
9
1970s
3
1980s
13
1990s
21
2000s
7
2010s
8
2020s
27
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
21
EF1
58
EF2
14
EF3
3
Tornadoes by Month
Jan
2
Feb
2
Mar
4
Apr
7
May
5
Jun
15
Jul
23
Aug
14
Sep
17
Oct
3
Nov
4
Dec
0
Casualties on Record Near Bensalem
2 fatalities have been recorded within 25 miles of Bensalem since 1950, across 2 events. 76 injuries have been reported across all events. 2021 was the deadliest year on record near Bensalem.
The deadliest single event was an EF2 on September 1, 2021, which caused 1 fatality along a 8.3-mile track.
Notable Tornadoes Near Bensalem
Deadliest Tornado
EF2 on September 1, 2021 — 1 fatality, 8.3 mi path, 400 yd wide.
Costliest Tornado
EF3 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 Bensalem
The 2020s are the busiest decade on record so far near Bensalem, with 27 of the 96 confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles. The Bensalem record runs from the 1950s to today.
Of the tornadoes rated near Bensalem, 79 reached EF0 or EF1 and 17 reached EF2 or stronger. The most intense on record near Bensalem is rated EF3, of which 3 are logged.
Across the last 20 years Bensalem has averaged 1.8 confirmed tornadoes a year within 25 miles, 35 in total. 2021 was the busiest of them with 13, and 11 of those years passed with none at all.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tornadoes has Bensalem, PA had?
Since 1950, 96 tornadoes have been recorded within 25 miles of Bensalem. Data source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center.
What was the deadliest tornado near Bensalem?
The deadliest tornado on record within 25 miles of Bensalem was an EF2 on September 1, 2021, which caused 1 fatality.
When is tornado season in Bensalem?
July is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Bensalem, with 23 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 Bensalem?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Bensalem was an EF0 on June 14, 2024.
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