How many tornadoes has Short Pump, VA had?
Short Pump has had 77 tornadoes on record within 25 miles since 1950, including 2 strong to violent (EF3+) tornadoes.
When was the most recent tornado near Short Pump?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Short Pump was an EF1 on August 8, 2024.
When is tornado season in Short Pump?
September is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Short Pump, with 22 on record. April through June account for 32 of the 77 tornadoes on record near Short Pump.
At a Glance
Tornadoes Since 1950
77
Within search radius
Violent (EF3+)
2
2.6% of total
Peak Month
September
22 on record
Per Year Avg
1.0
Across 76 years
Recent Tornado Activity Near Short Pump
The last 20 years of confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles —
28 total, averaging 1.4 per year over this window.
2026
0
2025
0
2024
1
2023
0
2022
3
2021
0
2020
0
2019
0
2018
10
2017
1
2016
0
2015
1
2014
0
2013
0
2012
3
2011
3
2010
1
2009
0
2008
5
2007
0
Tornadoes by Decade
1950s
6
1960s
3
1970s
4
1980s
10
1990s
5
2000s
26
2010s
19
2020s
4
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
35
EF1
32
EF2
8
EF3
2
Tornadoes by Month
Jan
1
Feb
2
Mar
1
Apr
10
May
9
Jun
13
Jul
11
Aug
4
Sep
22
Oct
3
Nov
0
Dec
1
Casualties on Record Near Short Pump
4 fatalities have been recorded within 25 miles of Short Pump since 1950, across 3 events. 25 injuries have been reported across all events. 1998 was the deadliest year on record near Short Pump.
The deadliest single event was an F3 on April 1, 1998, which caused 2 fatalities along a 5.0-mile track.
Notable Tornadoes Near Short Pump
Deadliest Tornado
F3 on April 1, 1998 — 2 fatalities, 5.0 mi path, 400 yd wide.
Costliest Tornado
F2 on April 2, 1990 — est. ~$2.8M (NOAA damage class, pre-1996 estimate).
Widest Tornado
EF1 on August 8, 2024 — 700 yards wide.
Longest Path
EF0 on June 16, 2022 — 23.5 mile track.
Most Recent
EF1 on August 8, 2024.
What the record shows near Short Pump
The 2000s were the busiest decade near Short Pump, with 26 of the 77 confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles; the 2020s have produced 4 so far. The Short Pump record runs from the 1950s to today.
Of the tornadoes rated near Short Pump, 67 reached EF0 or EF1 and 10 reached EF2 or stronger. The most intense on record near Short Pump is rated EF3, of which 2 are logged.
Across the last 20 years Short Pump has averaged 1.4 confirmed tornadoes a year within 25 miles, 28 in total. 2018 was the busiest of them with 10, and 11 of those years passed with none at all.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tornadoes has Short Pump, VA had?
Since 1950, 77 tornadoes have been recorded within 25 miles of Short Pump. Data source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center.
What was the deadliest tornado near Short Pump?
The deadliest tornado on record within 25 miles of Short Pump was an F3 on April 1, 1998, which caused 2 fatalities.
When is tornado season in Short Pump?
September is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Short Pump, with 22 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 Short Pump?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Short Pump was an EF1 on August 8, 2024.
How do I get tornado warnings for Short Pump?
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 Short Pump
Vortex monitors NWS warnings, SPC outlooks, and live radar — with push + phone call alerts when storms threaten your location.
Open the Vortex app →