How many tornadoes has Nacogdoches, TX had?
Nacogdoches has had 98 tornadoes on record within 25 miles since 1950, including 8 strong to violent (EF3+) tornadoes.
When was the most recent tornado near Nacogdoches?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Nacogdoches was an EF1 on July 8, 2024.
When is tornado season in Nacogdoches?
April is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Nacogdoches, with 17 on record. April through June account for 36 of the 98 tornadoes on record near Nacogdoches.
At a Glance
Tornadoes Since 1950
98
Within search radius
Violent (EF3+)
8
8.2% of total
Peak Month
April
17 on record
Per Year Avg
1.3
Across 76 years
Recent Tornado Activity Near Nacogdoches
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
2
2023
1
2022
1
2021
3
2020
3
2019
3
2018
1
2017
3
2016
0
2015
0
2014
0
2013
4
2012
1
2011
5
2010
0
2009
2
2008
1
2007
0
Tornadoes by Decade
1950s
5
1960s
13
1970s
14
1980s
20
1990s
12
2000s
7
2010s
17
2020s
10
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
47
EF2
22
EF3
8
Tornadoes by Month
Jan
7
Feb
11
Mar
13
Apr
17
May
15
Jun
4
Jul
3
Aug
3
Sep
5
Oct
3
Nov
10
Dec
7
Casualties on Record Near Nacogdoches
6 fatalities have been recorded within 25 miles of Nacogdoches since 1950, across 4 events. 103 injuries have been reported across all events. 1961 was the deadliest year on record near Nacogdoches.
The deadliest single event was an EF3 on April 13, 2019, which caused 2 fatalities along a 41.1-mile track.
Notable Tornadoes Near Nacogdoches
Deadliest Tornado
EF3 on April 13, 2019 — 2 fatalities, 41.1 mi path, 880 yd wide.
Costliest Tornado
EF3 on April 13, 2019 — $11.3M in reported property damage.
Widest Tornado
EF2 on March 21, 2022 — 1,400 yards wide.
Longest Path
F2 on April 30, 1954 — 68.8 mile track.
Most Recent
EF1 on July 8, 2024.
What the record shows near Nacogdoches
The 1980s were the busiest decade near Nacogdoches, with 20 of the 98 confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles; the 2020s have produced 10 so far. The Nacogdoches record runs from the 1950s to today.
Of the tornadoes rated near Nacogdoches, 68 reached EF0 or EF1 and 30 reached EF2 or stronger. The most intense on record near Nacogdoches is rated EF3, of which 8 are logged.
Across the last 20 years Nacogdoches has averaged 1.5 confirmed tornadoes a year within 25 miles, 30 in total. 2011 was the busiest of them with 5, and 7 of those years passed with none at all.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tornadoes has Nacogdoches, TX had?
Since 1950, 98 tornadoes have been recorded within 25 miles of Nacogdoches. Data source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center.
What was the deadliest tornado near Nacogdoches?
The deadliest tornado on record within 25 miles of Nacogdoches was an EF3 on April 13, 2019, which caused 2 fatalities.
When is tornado season in Nacogdoches?
April is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Nacogdoches, with 17 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 Nacogdoches?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Nacogdoches was an EF1 on July 8, 2024.
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