A 10% probability for tornadoes in the Charlotte area might seem low, but historically speaking, that’s significantly higher than usual during storms.
Tornado threat
Along with the high risk comes a 10-15% chance of seeing a tornado in Charlotte and communities south and east. These percentages are very high for the Carolinas.
The probability remains at 10% north and west of Charlotte…into the Foothills and the western North Carolina mountains.
Even the highest elevations, such as Boone and Blowing Rock, still have a 5% chance of seeing a tornado.
By comparison, a typical day has a tornado probability that is a fraction of a single percent. #WakeUpCLT #NCwx #CLTwx