Wyoming Tornado History — 225 Tornadoes (Aggregate) Since 1950
6 cities covered · 1950–present · NOAA Storm Prediction Center
How many tornadoes does Wyoming get per year?
Wyoming has had 225 tornadoes on record since 1950, including 5 violent (EF3+) tornadoes — averaging about 3.0 per year across 6 cities covered here. Aggregate counts sum across overlapping city radii, so unique-event totals are lower; see the per-city pages for non-overlapping figures.
When was the most recent tornado in Wyoming?
The most recent tornado in our Wyoming dataset was an EF1 on July 19, 2025 near Gillette.
When is tornado season in Wyoming?
June is historically the peak month for tornadoes in Wyoming, with 77 aggregate on record. Tornadoes can occur any time of year, but spring through early summer (April–June) generally sees the highest activity across most US states.
Wyoming at a Glance
Cities Covered
6
Tornado-prone metros
Tornadoes (Aggregate)
225
Sum across city radii
Violent (EF3+)
5
2.2% of aggregate
Peak Month
June
77 aggregate
Notable Tornadoes in Wyoming
Deadliest Tornado in Wyoming
F3 on July 16, 1979 near Cheyenne — 1 fatality, 8.8 mi path.
Most Recent Tornado
EF1 on July 19, 2025 near Gillette.