Tornadoes of 1972

Tornadoes of 1972
Tracks of all US tornadoes in 1972.
TimespanJanuary 1, 1972 – December 30, 1972
Maximum rated tornadoF4 tornado
Tornadoes in U.S.741
Damage (U.S.)Unknown
Fatalities (U.S.)34
Fatalities (worldwide)>34

This page documents the tornadoes and tornado outbreaks of 1972, primarily in the United States. Most tornadoes form in the U.S., although some events may take place internationally. Tornado statistics for older years like this often appear significantly lower than modern years due to fewer reports or confirmed tornadoes.