How many tornadoes has Nederland, TX had?
Nederland has had 158 tornadoes on record within 25 miles since 1950, including 11 strong to violent (EF3+) tornadoes.
When was the most recent tornado near Nederland?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Nederland was an EF3 on December 28, 2024.
When is tornado season in Nederland?
October is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Nederland, with 26 on record. April through June account for 47 of the 158 tornadoes on record near Nederland.
At a Glance
Tornadoes Since 1950
158
Within search radius
Violent (EF3+)
11
7.0% of total
Peak Month
October
26 on record
Per Year Avg
2.1
Across 76 years
Recent Tornado Activity Near Nederland
The last 20 years of confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles —
25 total, averaging 1.3 per year over this window.
2026
0
2025
0
2024
4
2023
4
2022
3
2021
3
2020
1
2019
0
2018
2
2017
3
2016
0
2015
0
2014
0
2013
1
2012
1
2011
1
2010
0
2009
1
2008
1
2007
0
Tornadoes by Decade
1950s
14
1960s
21
1970s
49
1980s
20
1990s
19
2000s
12
2010s
8
2020s
15
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
66
EF1
54
EF2
26
EF3
10
EF4
1
Unrated
1
Tornadoes by Month
Jan
9
Feb
8
Mar
6
Apr
13
May
13
Jun
21
Jul
21
Aug
13
Sep
12
Oct
26
Nov
11
Dec
5
Casualties on Record Near Nederland
5 fatalities have been recorded within 25 miles of Nederland since 1950, across 4 events. 234 injuries have been reported across all events. 1957 was the deadliest year on record near Nederland.
The deadliest single event was an F3 on November 7, 1957, which caused 2 fatalities along a 3.6-mile track.
Notable Tornadoes Near Nederland
Deadliest Tornado
F3 on November 7, 1957 — 2 fatalities, 3.6 mi path, 200 yd wide.
Costliest Tornado
EF1 on August 18, 2009 — $20.0M in reported property damage.
Widest Tornado
EF3 on December 28, 2024 — 880 yards wide.
Longest Path
EF3 on December 28, 2024 — 67.9 mile track.
Most Recent
EF3 on December 28, 2024.
What the record shows near Nederland
The 1970s were the busiest decade near Nederland, with 49 of the 158 confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles; the 2020s have produced 15 so far. The Nederland record runs from the 1950s to today.
Of the tornadoes rated near Nederland, 120 reached EF0 or EF1 and 37 reached EF2 or stronger. The most intense on record near Nederland is rated EF4, of which 1 is logged. A further 1 near Nederland is unrated — events NOAA logged before a damage survey assigned a scale.
Across the last 20 years Nederland has averaged 1.3 confirmed tornadoes a year within 25 miles, 25 in total. 2023 was the busiest of them with 4, and 8 of those years passed with none at all.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tornadoes has Nederland, TX had?
Since 1950, 158 tornadoes have been recorded within 25 miles of Nederland. Data source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center.
What was the deadliest tornado near Nederland?
The deadliest tornado on record within 25 miles of Nederland was an F3 on November 7, 1957, which caused 2 fatalities.
When is tornado season in Nederland?
October is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Nederland, with 26 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 Nederland been hit by an EF4 or EF5 tornado?
Within 25 miles of Nederland, 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 Nederland?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Nederland was an EF3 on December 28, 2024.
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