Tornadoes of 2026
list of notable worldwide tornadoes occurring in 2026
This page documents notable tornadoes and tornado outbreaks worldwide in 2026. Strong and destructive tornadoes most frequently form in the United States, China, the La Plata Basin, the European Plain, South Africa, and Bengal, but they can occur almost anywhere under the right conditions. Tornadoes also develop occasionally in southern Canada during the Northern Hemisphere's summer and somewhat regularly at other times of the year across Europe, Asia, and Australia. Tornadic events are often accompanied by other forms of severe weather, including strong thunderstorms, winds, and hail. Worldwide, 33 tornado-related deaths have been confirmed – 15 in the United States, 13 in China, two in India, and one each in Argentina, Israel and Italy.
Events
United States
Canada
Note: Two tornadoes have been confirmed, but are not yet rated.
South America
Note: Ten tornadoes have been confirmed but are not yet rated.
Note: Some tornadoes may be rated using different scales. They are counted as their closest F-Scale equivalent on this table.
Europe
Confirmed tornadoes by International Fujita Rating
Note: Some tornadoes have been rated using different scales.
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