How many tornadoes has Springfield, VA had?
Springfield has had 100 tornadoes on record within 25 miles since 1950, including 5 strong to violent (EF3+) tornadoes.
When was the most recent tornado near Springfield?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Springfield was an EF1 on June 5, 2024.
When is tornado season in Springfield?
April is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Springfield, with 18 on record. April through June account for 42 of the 100 tornadoes on record near Springfield.
At a Glance
Tornadoes Since 1950
100
Within search radius
Violent (EF3+)
5
5.0% of total
Peak Month
April
18 on record
Per Year Avg
1.3
Across 76 years
Recent Tornado Activity Near Springfield
The last 20 years of confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles —
36 total, averaging 1.8 per year over this window.
2026
0
2025
0
2024
1
2023
0
2022
2
2021
2
2020
0
2019
1
2018
1
2017
5
2016
0
2015
1
2014
1
2013
3
2012
1
2011
11
2010
1
2009
0
2008
6
2007
0
Tornadoes by Decade
1950s
3
1960s
2
1970s
11
1980s
5
1990s
24
2000s
25
2010s
25
2020s
5
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
52
EF1
32
EF2
11
EF3
4
EF4
1
Tornadoes by Month
Jan
2
Feb
1
Mar
5
Apr
18
May
11
Jun
13
Jul
17
Aug
6
Sep
14
Oct
11
Nov
1
Dec
1
Casualties on Record Near Springfield
7 fatalities have been recorded within 25 miles of Springfield since 1950, across 4 events. 247 injuries have been reported across all events. 2002 was the deadliest year on record near Springfield.
The deadliest single event was an F4 on April 28, 2002, which caused 3 fatalities along a 38.0-mile track.
Notable Tornadoes Near Springfield
Deadliest Tornado
F4 on April 28, 2002 — 3 fatalities, 38.0 mi path, 650 yd wide.
Costliest Tornado
F3 on April 1, 1973 — est. ~$27.5M (NOAA damage class, pre-1996 estimate).
Widest Tornado
F4 on April 28, 2002 — 650 yards wide.
Longest Path
F4 on April 28, 2002 — 38.0 mile track.
Most Recent
EF1 on June 5, 2024.
What the record shows near Springfield
The 2000s were the busiest decade near Springfield, with 25 of the 100 confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles; the 2020s have produced 5 so far. The Springfield record runs from the 1950s to today.
Of the tornadoes rated near Springfield, 84 reached EF0 or EF1 and 16 reached EF2 or stronger. The most intense on record near Springfield is rated EF4, of which 1 is logged.
Across the last 20 years Springfield has averaged 1.8 confirmed tornadoes a year within 25 miles, 36 in total. 2011 was the busiest of them with 11, and 7 of those years passed with none at all.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tornadoes has Springfield, VA had?
Since 1950, 100 tornadoes have been recorded within 25 miles of Springfield. Data source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center.
What was the deadliest tornado near Springfield?
The deadliest tornado on record within 25 miles of Springfield was an F4 on April 28, 2002, which caused 3 fatalities.
When is tornado season in Springfield?
April is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Springfield, with 18 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 Springfield been hit by an EF4 or EF5 tornado?
Within 25 miles of Springfield, 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 Springfield?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Springfield was an EF1 on June 5, 2024.
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