How many tornadoes has Orchards, WA had?
Orchards has had 28 tornadoes on record within 25 miles since 1950, including 1 strong to violent (EF3+) tornado.
When was the most recent tornado near Orchards?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Orchards was an EF0 on October 11, 2023.
When is tornado season in Orchards?
October is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Orchards, with 6 on record. April through June account for 9 of the 28 tornadoes on record near Orchards.
At a Glance
Tornadoes Since 1950
28
Within search radius
Violent (EF3+)
1
3.6% of total
Peak Month
October
6 on record
Per Year Avg
0.4
Across 76 years
Recent Tornado Activity Near Orchards
The last 20 years of confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles —
13 total, averaging 0.7 per year over this window.
2026
0
2025
0
2024
0
2023
1
2022
0
2021
1
2020
2
2019
2
2018
1
2017
2
2016
0
2015
1
2014
0
2013
1
2012
0
2011
0
2010
0
2009
1
2008
1
2007
0
Tornadoes by Decade
1950s
1
1970s
2
1980s
2
1990s
5
2000s
7
2010s
7
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
18
EF1
9
EF3
1
Tornadoes by Month
Jan
1
Feb
0
Mar
2
Apr
4
May
3
Jun
2
Jul
1
Aug
1
Sep
4
Oct
6
Nov
3
Dec
1
Casualties on Record Near Orchards
6 fatalities have been recorded within 25 miles of Orchards since 1950, across 1 event. 302 injuries have been reported across all events. 1972 was the deadliest year on record near Orchards.
The deadliest single event was an F3 on April 5, 1972, which caused 6 fatalities along a 8.7-mile track.
Notable Tornadoes Near Orchards
Deadliest Tornado
F3 on April 5, 1972 — 6 fatalities, 8.7 mi path, 440 yd wide.
Costliest Tornado
F3 on April 5, 1972 — est. ~$27.5M (NOAA damage class, pre-1996 estimate).
Widest Tornado
EF1 on December 10, 2015 — 528 yards wide.
Longest Path
EF1 on January 10, 2008 — 10.1 mile track.
Most Recent
EF0 on October 11, 2023.
What the record shows near Orchards
The 2000s were the busiest decade near Orchards, with 7 of the 28 confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles; the 2020s have produced 4 so far. The Orchards record runs from the 1950s to today.
Of the tornadoes rated near Orchards, 27 reached EF0 or EF1 and 1 reached EF2 or stronger. The most intense on record near Orchards is rated EF3, of which 1 is logged.
Across the last 20 years Orchards has averaged 0.7 confirmed tornadoes a year within 25 miles, 13 in total. 2017 was the busiest of them with 2, and 10 of those years passed with none at all.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tornadoes has Orchards, WA had?
Since 1950, 28 tornadoes have been recorded within 25 miles of Orchards. Data source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center.
What was the deadliest tornado near Orchards?
The deadliest tornado on record within 25 miles of Orchards was an F3 on April 5, 1972, which caused 6 fatalities.
When is tornado season in Orchards?
October is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Orchards, with 6 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 Orchards?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Orchards was an EF0 on October 11, 2023.
How do I get tornado warnings for Orchards?
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.
More Cities in Washington
Get real-time tornado alerts for Orchards
Vortex monitors NWS warnings, SPC outlooks, and live radar — with push + phone call alerts when storms threaten your location.
Open the Vortex app →