Strokes of cloud-to-ground lightning strike the Mediterranean Sea off of Port-la-Nouvelle in southern France. Lightning is a natural phenomenon consisting of electrostatic discharges occurring through …

See lightning strikes in real time across the planet. Free access to maps of former thunderstorms. By Blitzortung.org and contributors.

Mar 31, 2026 · Lightning, the visible discharge of electricity that occurs when a region of a cloud acquires an excess electrical charge, either positive or negative, sufficient to break down the …

1. To become lighter; brighten. 2. To be luminous; shine. 3. To give off flashes of lightning.

What is lightning? Lightning is a giant spark of electricity in the atmosphere between clouds, the air, or the ground. In the early stages of development, air acts as an insulator between the positive and …

See lightning strikes in realtime nearby your area. Get free online access to maps of former and current thunderstorms. A contribution by Blitzortung.org and contributors.

This website will teach you how to stay safe and offer insight into the science of lightning. You'll find animated books about lightning, safety tips for all kinds of situations, games for kids and resources …

Mar 10, 2026 · Here is a breakdown of when and where lightning struck in the United States in 2025 based on data from Vaisala Xweather, a meteorological data company. There are two essential …

Lightning Stats from 1940 to 2025. The latest lightning strikes updated and displayed in real-time on Google Maps.

3 days ago · USA - Lighning strike analysis - see where lightning strike are detected with exact location, time, type and strength.