State history
Tornadoes in Hawaii
Hawaii averages 1 tornadoes per year. Here is the complete history.
The stats
- Average: 1 tornadoes/year.
- Peak season: Winter.
- Regional patterns.
- Community awareness.
Notable events
- Rare cold-air events — mostly winter storms.
- Occasional waterspouts — coastal.
Major cities
Honolulu
345k.
East Honolulu
48k.
Hilo
44k.
Kailua
39k.
Waipahu
38k.
NWS coverage
NWS Honolulu
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Preparedness
- Weather radio.
- WEA enabled.
- Family communication plan.
- Community shelter awareness.
- Storm shelter installation.
- Insurance current.
- Regular drills.
For residents
- Preparedness essential.
- Local NWS office familiarity.
- Community engagement.
- Family plan.
- Insurance verification.