Tornadoes can form at any time of year, but most occur in the spring and summer months along with thunderstorms. May and June are usually the peak months for tornadoes. Which two states have the highest number of tornadoes per year per 10,000 sq miles?

What time are tornadoes most common?

But, remember, tornadoes can happen at any time of year. Tornadoes can also happen at any time of day or night, but most tornadoes occur between 4–9 p.m.

What time of year is worst for tornadoes?

While it is true that tornadoes can happen across the calendar, the spring and early summer is highly favored over other time. Out of the 71 years in the modern record (since 1950), the peak month for tornadoes has been April a surprisingly-small seven times, May 35 times, and June 25 times.