Florida Lightning Strike Map

Track real-time lightning strikes and thunderstorm activity across Florida. Review recent optical-flash detections, map timestamps, and official warning links before making weather decisions.

8,933
detected flashes in last 24 hours
Last 7 days
314,656 detected flashes
Last detection
39 min ago
Updated
just now

Recent detections from NOAA GOES East/West GLM. Florida. Provider and display latency vary; satellite markers are approximate optical-flash locations, not exact ground impacts.

Lightning flash heatmap of Florida for the last 24 hours, rendered from NOAA GOES East/West GLM satellite data.
Server-rendered heatmap of Florida lightning activity in the last 24 hours. Each gold glow is a flash detected by NOAA GOES East/West GLM. Updates every 5 minutes.
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Bolts show recent NOAA GOES East/West GLM detections. Locations are approximate; provider and display latency vary. Lime = newest, red = 1-6h, grey = older.
10
Cities Tracked
22.2M
Population

Data sourced from NOAA GOES East/West Geostationary Lightning Mappers (GLM) and the Storm Prediction Center (SPC). For the broader live overview, open the lightning strike map for the last 24 hours.

About Lightning in Florida

Located at approximately 30°N latitude, Florida is a peninsula surrounded by warm Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic waters, where sea-breeze convergence drives daily afternoon thunderstorms across the interior. Thunderstorm frequency varies within state boundaries, so this page does not publish an unsupported statewide annual average or national rank.

In Florida, warm, moist air from the Gulf of Mexico combines with daytime heating to produce convective storms. Peak thunderstorm activity occurs during June through September, when conditions align for the most frequent lightning strikes. With a population of 22.2 million residents, storm awareness and lightning safety are important considerations for anyone living in or visiting Florida.

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When Thunderstorms Peak in Florida

Thunderstorm season in Florida runs from June through September. Late spring can bring severe weather as cold fronts push through, while summer convective storms driven by daytime heating are a daily occurrence. The transition from spring to summer often marks the most dangerous period for lightning.

Peak Season
June through September

Top Cities in Florida

Monitor lightning activity in these Florida cities

Tampa

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Orlando

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Miami

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Jacksonville

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Fort Lauderdale

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St. Petersburg

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Tallahassee

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Cape Coral

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Port St. Lucie

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Pensacola

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Lightning Safety in Florida

Know where to shelter and follow official warnings when storms approach Florida

Follow the 30-30 Rule

If the time between seeing lightning and hearing thunder is 30 seconds or less, seek shelter. Stay indoors for 30 minutes after the last thunderclap.

Stay Indoors During Storms

Have a shelter plan before storms reach Florida. Avoid windows and stay away from plumbing while indoors.

Monitor Lightning Activity

Use Lightning Tracker for supplemental situational awareness near Florida. Follow official warnings and seek shelter immediately when thunder is audible.

Outdoor Safety

If caught outside, avoid open fields, hilltops, and isolated trees. Seek shelter in a substantial building or hard-topped vehicle.

Useful Guides for Florida

These pages help visitors who search for maps, nearby strikes, and alert setup

Last 24 hours Florida strikes in the last 24 hours

Start with the 24-hour US overview, then use this Florida page for local strike counts and recent flashes.

 Radar Lightning radar near Florida

Compare live electrical detections with weather-radar context before opening the local Florida map.

 Near me How to check lightning near you in Florida

Use this guide when you want to know how fast nearby strikes can become a real safety problem in Florida.

 Map guide How to read a lightning map for Florida

Understand clusters, timing, and storm movement before relying on live mobile app alerts.

 Alerts Set lightning alerts in Florida

Choose a saved monitoring radius and understand app notification limits versus official warnings.

Florida Lightning FAQ

Fast answers for live maps, storm days, and lightning safety in Florida

Where can I see current lightning activity in Florida?

This page shows recent NOAA GOES East/West GLM optical-flash detections across Florida. Use official weather agencies for forecasts and warnings.

What is the 30-30 rule for lightning safety?

The 30-30 rule states: if the time between seeing lightning and hearing thunder is 30 seconds or less, seek shelter immediately. Stay indoors for 30 minutes after the last thunderclap before going outside.

How can I track lightning in Florida in real time?

Lightning Tracker uses NOAA GOES East/West GLM (Geostationary Lightning Mapper) satellite data to display recent lightning activity across Florida. The mobile app provides push notification alerts when storms approach your location.

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Track Lightning in Florida Right Now

Download the mobile app for live alerts, then use the Florida hub, city pages, and lightning guides for local map and safety context.

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