California severe thunderstorm warnings
There are no severe thunderstorm warnings in California right now. The last one was issued on November 13, 2026.
A thunderstorm is producing, or is about to produce, hail one inch or larger or wind gusts of 58 mph or more.
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Active severe thunderstorm warnings in California
None right now. Other active alerts in California: 19 (see the California alerts page).
Severe Thunderstorm Warnings in California by year
California averaged 107.7 severe thunderstorm warnings per year from 2016 to 2025, and has had 125 so far in 2026. The most recent was issued on November 13, 2026.
Counties with the most severe thunderstorm warnings
| County | 2016–2025 |
|---|---|
| San Bernardino County | 183 |
| Riverside County | 154 |
| Siskiyou County | 102 |
| Imperial County | 97 |
| San Diego County | 89 |
| Kern County | 55 |
| Plumas County | 47 |
| Lassen County | 46 |
| Fresno County | 42 |
| Tulare County | 40 |
What a severe thunderstorm warning means
The National Weather Service calls a thunderstorm severe when it produces hail at least one inch in diameter (about the size of a quarter), wind gusts of at least 58 mph, or a tornado. A severe thunderstorm warning is issued for the storm itself and the area in its path, usually for 30 to 60 minutes.
More about severe thunderstorm warnings and the national map →
What to do
- Move indoors to a sturdy building and stay away from windows.
- Park vehicles in a garage or under cover if hail is expected and there is time.
- Avoid driving into the storm core, where hail and downed trees are worst.
- Be ready to shelter if a tornado warning follows.