answersLogoWhite

0

They are generally not as strong as those in the United States. Tornadoes outside of the U.S. stronger than F2 are rare. However, a number of F4 and possibly some F5 tornadoes have occurred on other continents.

User Avatar

Wiki User

13y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

What countries do tornado's take place in?

Tornadoes can probably occur in any country as any place that can get thunderstorms can get tornadoes.


Can tornadoes create other tornadoes?

Yes, some strong tornadoes create brief satellite tornadoes that circle the main funnel.


Is the US only country in the world that has tornadoes?

No, tornadoes can occur in many countries around the world. The United States experiences the most tornadoes annually, but other countries like Canada, Argentina, Bangladesh, and Australia also have tornadoes.


How many tornadoes were there in 2005?

There were 1265 tornadoes in the U.S. in 2005. Statistics for other countries are unavailable.


How many tornadoes come out of one?

Usually one tornado does not result in other tornadoes. Some strong tornadoes can produce a satellite tornadoes that orbit them, but this is not very common.


Does the US have more tornadoes than any other place in the world?

The U.S. certainly records more tornadoes than any other place in the world and is also more prone to strong tornadoes. However, many countries do not keep records of the tornadoes that they get and so the majority of the world's tornadoes go undocumented. But until more complete documentation can be established the U.S. will hold its status as the most tornado prone country.


How many tornadoes in 1990?

There were 1,133 tornadoes recorded in the U.S. in 1990. Other countries have not published tornado statistics.


What country do tornadoes mostly occur in?

Tornadoes are most common in the U.S. They are poorly documented in many other countries.


Is it true that tornadoes only occus in the US?

Tornadoes occur in other countries besides the US. However, the US heartland has ideal conditions for tornadoes.


Are big tornadoes strong tornadoes?

Big tornadoes are usually strong, but not always. A large, poorly organized tornado is not likely to be very strong. Some tornadoes even weaken as they expand.


How many tornadoes happened in 2003?

The U.S. experienced 1374 confirmed tornadoes in 2003. Data for other countries is not available.


What percent of tornadoes are strong tornadoes?

In the United States, strong tornadoes, counted as those rated F2 or higher, account for about 11% of all tornadoes.