How many tornadoes has Fresno, TX had?
Fresno has had 255 tornadoes on record within 25 miles since 1950, including 7 strong to violent (EF3+) tornadoes.
When was the most recent tornado near Fresno?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Fresno was an EF2 on December 28, 2024, causing 1 fatality.
When is tornado season in Fresno?
May is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Fresno, with 41 on record. April through June account for 79 of the 255 tornadoes on record near Fresno.
At a Glance
Tornadoes Since 1950
255
Within search radius
Violent (EF3+)
7
2.7% of total
Peak Month
May
41 on record
Per Year Avg
3.4
Across 76 years
Recent Tornado Activity Near Fresno
The last 20 years of confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles —
49 total, averaging 2.5 per year over this window.
2026
0
2025
0
2024
4
2023
3
2022
3
2021
0
2020
1
2019
2
2018
1
2017
16
2016
1
2015
9
2014
1
2013
0
2012
6
2011
0
2010
0
2009
0
2008
1
2007
1
Tornadoes by Decade
1950s
8
1960s
13
1970s
63
1980s
38
1990s
48
2000s
38
2010s
36
2020s
11
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
133
EF1
84
EF2
31
EF3
6
EF4
1
Tornadoes by Month
Jan
17
Feb
23
Mar
19
Apr
17
May
41
Jun
21
Jul
6
Aug
29
Sep
17
Oct
30
Nov
25
Dec
10
Casualties on Record Near Fresno
4 fatalities have been recorded within 25 miles of Fresno since 1950, across 4 events. 352 injuries have been reported across all events. 2024 was the deadliest year on record near Fresno.
The deadliest single event was an F3 on December 13, 1977, which caused 1 fatality along a 25.1-mile track.
Notable Tornadoes Near Fresno
Deadliest Tornado
F3 on December 13, 1977 — 1 fatality, 25.1 mi path, 400 yd wide.
Costliest Tornado
F4 on November 21, 1992 — est. ~$275.0M (NOAA damage class, pre-1996 estimate).
Widest Tornado
F4 on November 21, 1992 — 1,800 yards wide.
Longest Path
F4 on November 21, 1992 — 30.0 mile track.
Most Recent
EF2 on December 28, 2024 — 1 fatality.
What the record shows near Fresno
The 1970s were the busiest decade near Fresno, with 63 of the 255 confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles; the 2020s have produced 11 so far. The Fresno record runs from the 1950s to today.
Of the tornadoes rated near Fresno, 217 reached EF0 or EF1 and 38 reached EF2 or stronger. The most intense on record near Fresno is rated EF4, of which 1 is logged.
Across the last 20 years Fresno has averaged 2.5 confirmed tornadoes a year within 25 miles, 49 in total. 2017 was the busiest of them with 16, and 7 of those years passed with none at all.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tornadoes has Fresno, TX had?
Since 1950, 255 tornadoes have been recorded within 25 miles of Fresno. Data source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center.
What was the deadliest tornado near Fresno?
The deadliest tornado on record within 25 miles of Fresno was an F3 on December 13, 1977, which caused 1 fatality.
When is tornado season in Fresno?
May is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Fresno, with 41 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 Fresno been hit by an EF4 or EF5 tornado?
Within 25 miles of Fresno, there has been 0 EF5 and 1 EF4 tornado 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 Fresno?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Fresno was an EF2 on December 28, 2024.
How do I get tornado warnings for Fresno?
Vortex delivers real-time tornado warnings, severe thunderstorm alerts, and SPC outlook updates for any US location via push notification and phone call. Alerts are sourced directly from the National Weather Service and updated within seconds of issuance.
Get real-time tornado alerts for Fresno
Vortex monitors NWS warnings, SPC outlooks, and live radar — with push + phone call alerts when storms threaten your location.
Open the Vortex app →