They are generally not as strong as the tornadoes that occur in the Great Plains, with comparatively few tornadoes reaching more than F2 strength. That said, a few tornadoes in Florida have been significant killers. One the the most notable was the Kissimmee F3 tornado of 1998, which struck two trailer parks, killing 25 people.
There were 56 confirmed tornadoes in Florida in 2008.
Florida can have tornadoes at any time of year. But the greatest number of tornadoes in Florida happen in the summer.
There were 30 tornadoes in Florida in 2015.
There were 39 tornadoes in Florida in 2011.
There were 37 recorded tornadoes in Florida in 2009.
Florida frequently has tornadoes, though several states have more tornadoes annually.
There were 42 confirmed tornadoes in Florida in 2006.
There were 19 confirmed tornadoes in Florida in 2010.
Florida averages 63 tornadoes per year.
South Florida, especially areas around Miami and the Florida Keys, have a lower risk of experiencing tornadoes compared to the central and northern regions of the state. However, while tornadoes are less common in South Florida, they can still occur occasionally.
33 F3 tornadoes have hit Florida since 1950.
Florida averages 52 tornadoes per year.