Tornadoes in New England

[1] However, these deadly and destructive storms do occur; on average, about eight tornadoes are reported in the region each year.

Tornadoes are a violent weather phenomenon that occur most often in the United States, to the east of the Rocky Mountains.

This area is analogous to the Tornado Alley of the Great Plains, but on a much smaller scale.

[2] Peak tornado activity in New England occurs during the summer months of June, July and August.

Tornadoes typically strike between 3 and 9 pm local time, and move at a forward speed of around 30 miles per hour (48 km/h).