Is Austin Texas considered part of Tornado Alley?

Question

Is the whole state of Texas considered Tornado Alley?

Answer 1

Although Austin is on the edge of most "Tornado Alley" maps (the boundaries are not clearly defined), anywhere in Texas is subject to a tornado. Having said that, tornadoes don't seem to do as well in the Hill Country where Austin is located...they like level country where they can gain momentum and keep going over long distances. Hills tend to break them up a bit.

Answer 2

Tornado Alley doesn't have any real boundaries on a map, but typically Dallas/FW and slightly south of that would be the southern border. The whole state is definitely not considered part of Tornado Alley as tornadoes are pretty rare in San Antonio and practically unheard of down in the valley (McAllen/Brownsville) or in the west (El Paso).

Answer 3

Some maps include the whole state, most do not. all include the north central section of Texas. See article below and read second paragraph under "Definition." Texas has more tornadoes than any other state.

Answer 4

-Yup ! So always make Sure You look BOTH Ways- when You cross Texas. Or you may never Make it- to the New Mexico Border !! :o

Answer 5

so glad that I found this topic already answered! it is like you read my mind!