How many tornadoes has Huntington, WV had?
Huntington has had 33 tornadoes on record within 25 miles since 1950, including 3 strong to violent (EF3+) tornadoes.
When was the most recent tornado near Huntington?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Huntington was an EF1 on April 2, 2024.
When is tornado season in Huntington?
April is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Huntington, with 11 on record. April through June account for 20 of the 33 tornadoes on record near Huntington.
At a Glance
Tornadoes Since 1950
33
Within search radius
Violent (EF3+)
3
9.1% of total
Peak Month
April
11 on record
Per Year Avg
0.4
Across 76 years
Recent Tornado Activity Near Huntington
The last 20 years of confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles —
15 total, averaging 0.8 per year over this window.
2026
0
2025
0
2024
9
2023
1
2022
0
2021
0
2020
0
2019
0
2018
0
2017
1
2016
1
2015
0
2014
1
2013
0
2012
2
2011
0
2010
0
2009
0
2008
0
2007
0
Tornadoes by Decade
1960s
3
1970s
2
1980s
5
1990s
5
2000s
3
2010s
5
2020s
10
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
4
EF1
22
EF2
4
EF3
2
EF5
1
Tornadoes by Month
Jan
0
Feb
0
Mar
2
Apr
11
May
1
Jun
8
Jul
5
Aug
5
Sep
0
Oct
1
Nov
0
Dec
0
Casualties on Record Near Huntington
17 fatalities have been recorded within 25 miles of Huntington since 1950, across 2 events. 221 injuries have been reported across all events. 2012 was the deadliest year on record near Huntington.
The deadliest single event was an EF3 on March 2, 2012, which caused 10 fatalities along a 85.0-mile track.
Notable Tornadoes Near Huntington
Deadliest Tornado
EF3 on March 2, 2012 — 10 fatalities, 85.0 mi path, 1,580 yd wide.
Costliest Tornado
EF3 on March 2, 2012 — $81.5M in reported property damage.
Widest Tornado
EF3 on March 2, 2012 — 1,580 yards wide.
Longest Path
EF3 on March 2, 2012 — 85.0 mile track.
Most Recent
EF1 on April 2, 2024.
What the record shows near Huntington
The 2020s are the busiest decade on record so far near Huntington, with 10 of the 33 confirmed tornadoes within 25 miles. The Huntington record runs from the 1960s to today.
Of the tornadoes rated near Huntington, 26 reached EF0 or EF1 and 7 reached EF2 or stronger. The most intense on record near Huntington is rated EF5, of which 1 is logged.
Across the last 20 years Huntington has averaged 0.8 confirmed tornadoes a year within 25 miles, 15 in total. 2024 was the busiest of them with 9, and 14 of those years passed with none at all.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tornadoes has Huntington, WV had?
Since 1950, 33 tornadoes have been recorded within 25 miles of Huntington. Data source: NOAA Storm Prediction Center.
What was the deadliest tornado near Huntington?
The deadliest tornado on record within 25 miles of Huntington was an EF3 on March 2, 2012, which caused 10 fatalities.
When is tornado season in Huntington?
April is historically the peak month for tornadoes near Huntington, with 11 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 Huntington been hit by an EF4 or EF5 tornado?
Within 25 miles of Huntington, there has been 1 EF5 and 0 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 Huntington?
The most recent tornado within 25 miles of Huntington was an EF1 on April 2, 2024.
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