How many tornadoes has Sachse, TX had?
Sachse has had 157 tornadoes on record within 25 miles since 1950, including 12 strong to violent (EF3+) tornadoes.
When was the most recent tornado near Sachse?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Sachse was an EF1 on March 4, 2025.
When is tornado season in Sachse?
April is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Sachse, with 36 on record. April through June account for 73 of the 157 tornadoes on record near Sachse.
At a Glance
Tornadoes Since 1950
157
Within search radius
Violent (EF3+)
12
7.6% of total
Peak Month
April
36 on record
Per Year Avg
2.1
Across 76 years
Recent Tornado Activity Near Sachse
The last 20 years of confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles —
49 total, averaging 2.5 per year over this window.
2026
0
2025
1
2024
2
2023
2
2022
4
2021
3
2020
1
2019
8
2018
0
2017
1
2016
1
2015
6
2014
2
2013
0
2012
7
2011
3
2010
3
2009
1
2008
1
2007
3
Tornadoes by Decade
1950s
11
1960s
18
1970s
32
1980s
12
1990s
28
2000s
12
2010s
31
2020s
13
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
53
EF2
26
EF3
10
EF4
2
Tornadoes by Month
Jan
4
Feb
1
Mar
23
Apr
36
May
32
Jun
5
Jul
7
Aug
3
Sep
10
Oct
20
Nov
4
Dec
12
Casualties on Record Near Sachse
27 fatalities have been recorded within 25 miles of Sachse since 1950, across 6 events. 1,070 injuries have been reported across all events. 2015 was the deadliest year on record near Sachse.
The deadliest single event was an EF4 on December 26, 2015, which caused 10 fatalities along a 13.0-mile track.
Notable Tornadoes Near Sachse
Deadliest Tornado
EF4 on December 26, 2015 — 10 fatalities, 13.0 mi path, 550 yd wide.
Costliest Tornado
EF3 on October 20, 2019 — $1.6B in reported property damage.
Widest Tornado
F1 on December 14, 1971 — 1,760 yards wide.
Longest Path
F3 on October 12, 1969 — 45.9 mile track.
Most Recent
EF1 on March 4, 2025.
What the record shows near Sachse
The 1970s were the busiest decade near Sachse, with 32 of the 157 confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles; the 2020s have produced 13 so far. The Sachse record runs from the 1950s to today.
Of the tornadoes rated near Sachse, 119 reached EF0 or EF1 and 38 reached EF2 or stronger. The most intense on record near Sachse is rated EF4, of which 2 are logged.
Across the last 20 years Sachse has averaged 2.5 confirmed tornadoes a year within 25 miles, 49 in total. 2019 was the busiest of them with 8, and 3 of those years passed with none at all.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tornadoes has Sachse, TX had?
Since 1950, 157 tornadoes have been recorded within 25 miles of Sachse. Data source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center.
What was the deadliest tornado near Sachse?
The deadliest tornado on record within 25 miles of Sachse was an EF4 on December 26, 2015, which caused 10 fatalities.
When is tornado season in Sachse?
April is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Sachse, with 36 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 Sachse been hit by an EF4 or EF5 tornado?
Within 25 miles of Sachse, there have been 0 EF5 and 2 EF4 tornadoes 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 Sachse?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Sachse was an EF1 on March 4, 2025.
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