Tornado dream meaning is explained below using 28 different sources. Each interpretation is shown with its source.

Interpretation 1 — Dr. Michael Lennox

Universal Landscape: Destructive force of opposing energies.

Dreaming Lens: Where was the tornado in your dream? What happened before and after its appearance? Was it fearful or exciting? Were you at risk or at a safe distance? Did you witness the formation or the aftermath of a tornado, or both?

Personal Focus: These weather phenomena are incredibly destructive and completely unpredictable in their movement. The devastation that they leave in their wake is almost unfathomable. There is also an element, however, of creation in their symbolic meanings, which lies in their formation. A tornado is the result of two air masses of very different temperatures colliding with each other. Under the right conditions, these two systems meet up with each other and each tries to force the other to submit to their direction of movement. As a result of this conflict, the two form a third energetic system, which combines the force of both, creating a tornado.

Resistance is at the essence of the interpretation of this image, so look for areas in your life where you may be in resistance when a tornado appears in a dream. In addition, the chaotic nature of a tornado’s path makes this a perfect expression of waking-life chaos. This dream may be indicating an unconscious reaction to the unpredictable nature of how things are unfolding around you, especially in areas where you are facing direct opposition to your desires.

The film The Wizard of Oz has added a magical perspective to the power of a tornado. In this classic hero’s journey, the cyclone is a force strong enough to transport a person to another place without harm, while destroying other things in its wake. In this way, tornadoes can be both creative and destructive and your interpretation should consider both possibilities.

Source: Dream Sight: A Dictionary and Guide for Interpreting Any Dream Author: Dr. Michael Lennox

Interpretation 2 — Dr. Mıchael Lennox

There may be destructive forces brewing in your consciousness that are emerging out of opposing energies. These weather phenomena are incredibly destructive and completely unpredictable in their movement.

The devastation that they leave in their wake is almost unfathomable, but there is also an element of creation present, as their symbolic meaning lies in their formation.

A tornado is the result of two air masses of very different temperatures colliding with each other. Under the right conditions, these two systems meet up with each other and each tries to force the other to submit to their direction of movement. As a result of this conflict, the two form a third energetic system that combines the force of both, creating a tornado. Resistance is at the essence of the interpretation of this image, so when a tornado appears in a dream, look for areas in your life where you may be in resistance. In addition, the chaotic nature of a tornado’s path makes this a perfect expression of waking-life chaos. This dream may be indicating an unconscious reaction to the unpredictable nature of how things are unfolding around you, especially in areas where you are facing direct opposition to your desires.

Source: Complete Dictionary of Dreams Author: Dr. Mıchael Lennox

Interpretation 3 — Pamela Ball

1- A tornado appearing in a dream is a symbol of violent energy of one sort or another. Often it is emotions and feelings against which we feel powerless.

It is a recognisable symbol of energy which has turned in on itself, and has therefore become destructive.

2- While a tornado can be very destructive, interestingly, it can also be very cleansing and it is in this context that it is often met on a psychological level. It sweeps all in front of it, but after its passage there is the potential for new life.

3- Our early ventures into spirituality may make us feel powerless, and at the mercy of all the elements. This can be symbolised by the tornado. However, within the centre there is peace and tranquillity.

Source: Ten Thousand Dream Dictionary Author: Pamela Ball

Interpretation 4 — Pagan - Anonymous

Tornado is a violent storm in nature and it may represent violent emotional storms in your dreams.

If you continually dream about being in a tornado consider the emotional changes in your life and also the amount of anger and rage that you may be currently experiencing. Tornadoes could also represent disruptions and upsets in you immediate environment, and specific, current issues or problems that may be overwhelming.

Source: Tryskelion Dream Interpretation Author: Pagan - Anonymous

Interpretation 5 — Silvana Amar

Tornado is a violent storm in nature, and it may represent violent emotional storms in your dreams.

If you have reoccurring tornado dreams consider the emotional changes in your life and also the amount of anger and rage that you may be currently experiencing. Tornadoes could also represent disruptions and upsets in you immediate environment and specific or current issues that may be overwhelming.

Source: The Bedside Dream Dictionary Author: Silvana Amar

Interpretation 6 — Zolar

lucky numbers: 02-18-19-35-37-46

damages caused by a: honesty over repressed rage wil bring victory for you.

furious, a: are wrapped up in a conflict over the loss of your friends.

mild, a: wil be overwhelmed and out of control in your own affairs.

of a: warning of disaster in home and business.

others’ property being damaged by a: there wil be a tremendous agitation.

Source: Zolar’s Book of Dreams Numbers and Lucky Days Author: Zolar

Interpretation 7 — Ariadne Green

Tornadoes may point to huge destructive changes, destroying old structures in your life and personality. This may signal a need to rebuild your life. As with Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz, the house swept up by the tornado signifies a transformation of the soul that allows acceptance of a new transcendent worldview or revised spiritual destiny.
Source: Ariadne's Book of Dream Author: Ariadne Green

Interpretation 8 — Astro Center

Vast life changes, for better or for worse, are looming in the near future. Whether the changes are for better or worse can be deduced from other symbols in the dream.

A surprise is coming - a surprise so unexpected and outrageous that the dreamer will be “blown away”. Astrological parallels: Uranus, Pluto Tarot parallel: The Tower

Source: Dream Explanations of Astro Center Author: Astro Center

Interpretation 9 — Michael and Elizabeth Thiessen

If you dream that you are caught up in a tornado, or see other people in one, or you are in danger from a tornado, then you will find all your well laid business plans come to naught and failure will dog your footsteps until you do something to change your chances of success; more education, better training or so forth.
Source: Encyclopedia of Dreams Author: Michael and Elizabeth Thiessen

Interpretation 10 — Versatile - Anonymous

Psychological / emotional perspective: While a tornado can be very destructive, interestingly it can also be very cleansing and it is in this context that it is often met on a psychological level. It sweeps all in front of it, but after its passage there is the potential for new life and new beginnings.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 11 — Versatile - Anonymous

Material aspects: A tornado appearing in a dream is a symbol of violent energy of one sort or another. Often it is emotions and feelings against which we feel powerless.

It is a recognizable symbol of energy, which has turned in on itself, and has therefore become destructive.

Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 12 — Nancy Wagaman

An overwhelming or destructive situation in real life, perhaps outside of your control (or a fear of such).

A feeling or fear of being taken advantage of or victimized, especially suddenly or in an unpredictable way.

See Storm, Weather, Disaster, Swirl or Eddy

Source: The Curious Dreamer’s Dream Dictionary Author: Nancy Wagaman

Interpretation 13 — James R. Lewis and Evelyn Dorothy Oliver

Dreams about tornadoes may indicate issues or conditions that make one feel overwhelmed and out of control. There may well be repressed rage. Tornadoes can also reflect some sort of tremendous upset in the immediate environment.
Source: Dream Symbols in The Dream Encyclopedia Author: James R. Lewis and Evelyn Dorothy Oliver

Interpretation 14 — Versatile - Anonymous

Our early ventures into spirituality may make us feel powerless, and at the mercy of all the elements. This can be symbolized by the tornado. However, within the centre there is peace and tranquillity.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 15 — Stephen Girard

To dream that you are exposed to a fierce tornado, which threatens you with destruction, signifies that you will be gladdened with the return of some friehd whom you never expected to. see agam.
Source: The Mystic Dream Book Author: Stephen Girard

Interpretation 16 — Gustavus Hindman Miller

If you dream that you are in a tornado, you will be filled with disappointment and perplexity over the miscarriage of studied plans for swift attainment of fortune.

See Hurricane.

Source: Ten Thousand Dream Interpretation Author: Gustavus Hindman Miller

Interpretation 17 — Tyler Wolfe

A tornado can be symbolic of the presence of God, Nah. 1:3. It can also be symbolic of trouble and distress in life, Ps. 107:28-29. Multiple tornadoes symbolize multiple problems
Source: Christian Dream Symbols Author: Tyler Wolfe

Interpretation 18 — Vincent Wienand

See also Clouds, Storm, Thunder,

1. Sudden destruction;

2. Trials and calamity;

3. Spiritual warfare;

4. Witchcraft; 1Thess. 5:3; Nam. 1:3; Eph. 4:14; Job 1:12.

Source: Dream Dictionary The Biblical Model Author: Vincent Wienand

Interpretation 19 — myjellybean

Tornadoes in dreams suggest you are very angry about a current situation and are afraid to express your feelings - which you need to do - for fear of hurting others.
Source: My Dream Interpretation Author: myjellybean

Interpretation 20 — Joan Seaman - Tom Philbin

1. Feelings of potential disaster.

2. Tantrums and emo­tional explosions in waking life.

3. Overwhelming, likely destructive relationship.

Source: New American Dream Dictionary Author: Joan Seaman - Tom Philbin

Interpretation 21 — Ibn Seerin

(Changing course, Storm, Wind) A tornado in a dream means death and destruction.

(Also see Cloud of destruction, Wind)

Source: Islamic Dream Interpretation Author: Ibn Seerin

Interpretation 22 — Tony Crisp

Emotions and urges against which we feel power­less, and which may become obsessive.

See storm; wind.

Source: A Guide to Dreams and Sleep Experiences Author: Tony Crisp

Interpretation 23 — Internet Archive - Anonymous

A dream warning you against strife in your home or in business. It will surely bring disaster in either.
Source: Mystic Dream Book Author: Internet Archive - Anonymous

Interpretation 24 — Silvana Amar

Disappointment over a particular situation that you rushed to complete
Source: The Bedside Dream Dictionary Author: Silvana Amar

Interpretation 25 — Margaret Hamilton

A warning of an oncoming storm of confusion and desolation
Source: Dream Dictionary Unlimited Author: Margaret Hamilton

Interpretation 26 — Dream Explanations - Anonymous

See Whirlwind or Hurricane.
Source: Strangest Dream Explanations Author: Dream Explanations - Anonymous

Interpretation 27 — Patrica Telesco

(see Disasters)
Source: The Language of Dreams Author: Patrica Telesco

Interpretation 28 — Betty Bethards

See Hurricane.
Source: The Dream Books Symbols Author: Betty Bethards