Tornadoes of 1948

This page documents the tornadoes and tornado outbreaks of 1948, primarily in the United States. Most tornadoes form in the U.S., although some events may take place internationally. Tornado statistics for older years like this often appear significantly lower than modern years due to fewer reports or confirmed tornadoes.

United States Yearly Total
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January
There were 5 tornadoes confirmed in United States in January.

February
There were 7 tornadoes confirmed in United States in February.

March
There were 52 tornadoes confirmed in United States in March.

March 18-19
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March 25-26
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April
There were 33 tornadoes confirmed in United States in April.

May
There were 29 tornadoes confirmed in United States in May.

June
There were 24 tornadoes confirmed in United States in June.

July
There were 22 tornadoes confirmed in United States in July.

August
There were 2 tornadoes confirmed in United States in August.

September
There were 3 tornadoes confirmed in United States in September.

October
There were 5 tornadoes confirmed in United States in October.

November
There were 13 tornadoes confirmed in United States in November.

December
There were no tornadoes confirmed in United States in December.