Friday, October 23, 2026

Question: How many tornadoes touched down in Arizona last year?

Answer: Eight, the most recent being a brief EF0 tornado in Maricopa County on Nov. 18, 2025, according to NOAA data. Low-level tornadoes are more common in Arizona than many might think. The state has averaged nearly six a year over the past decade. You can find more on Arizona’s tornado history here.