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BlakeTornadoes can potentially form anywhere around the world, but they are most commonly observed in the central United States. However, there are some regions with very low occurrences of tornadoes, such as Antarctica and parts of the Arctic.
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How frequently do tornadoes occur in the world?
It is not known. About 1,800 tornadoes are recorded worldwide in an average year, most of them in the U.S. but the actual number of tornadoes is probably several times higher. It is likely that thousands of tornadoes occurring in poor countries or remote areas are never recorded.
What climate are tornadoes least likely to occur in?
Tornadoes are least likely to occur in a polar climate.
Do tornadoes occur mostly at night or day?
Tornadoes are more common during the day, but they happen at night fairly often as well. About 58% of tornadoes occur during the day.
Do any tornadoes occur in Hawaii?
Yes. Hawaii will get tornadoes on rare occasions.
What one month do tornadoes least occur?
Tornadoes are least likely to occur in December in the United States, as winter weather conditions typically do not support the development of tornadoes.
