
May is statistical peak for US tornadoes annually
Fox Weather First · FWX · Mar 10, 2026 · 42sSign Up NowAlready a subscriber?
A bar chart illustrates the average number of tornadoes by month from 2000-2024, showing May as the peak. The meteorologist explains the conditions that lead to more tornadoes in spring, such as increased daytime heating and instability, contributing to longer periods of daylight.