Minnesota Records 48 Tornadoes by June Surpassing Seasonal Average

Minnesota has experienced an exceptionally active tornado season in 2025, with 48 preliminary tornadoes recorded by the end of June, surpassing the state's average for an entire season. June, typically the peak month for tornado activity, saw 39 tornadoes, the highest June total since 2010. A series of powerful storms over the weekend caused multiple tornado touchdowns in central and southern Minnesota, resulting in widespread damage including downed trees, power outages affecting over 50,000 customers, and flash flooding, though no injuries were reported. The severe weather also impacted areas beyond Minnesota, with tornadoes confirmed in parts of eastern South Dakota and western Minnesota. Meanwhile, in neighboring Saskatchewan, Canada, Environment and Climate Change Canada confirmed eight tornado touchdowns during a June 19 outbreak, with additional funnel cloud reports being investigated, highlighting a pattern of significant storm activity across the region. These events underscore an intense and destructive storm season affecting the Upper Midwest and Canadian Prairies.