Lightning Map Tampa, FL
Real-time lightning tracking for Tampa, Florida. This city averages 87 thunderstorm days per year, making lightning awareness critical for Tampa residents and visitors.
Real-Time Lightning Near Tampa
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Thunderstorm Season in Tampa
When to expect lightning activity in Tampa, FL
In Tampa, thunderstorm season runs from May through October, with peak activity in June through September. The summer months bring daily afternoon thunderstorms fueled by humid tropical air and intense solar heating. July and August typically see the highest frequency of lightning strikes.
Compared to the national average of approximately 25 thunderstorm days per year, Tampa sees 62 more days of thunderstorm activity. The Florida statewide average is 82 days.
Lightning Safety Tips for Tampa
Essential guidelines to stay safe during thunderstorms
30-30 Rule
When you see lightning, count to 30. If you hear thunder before reaching 30, get indoors. Wait 30 minutes after the last thunderclap before going outside.
Seek Shelter
With 87 thunderstorm days annually, residents of Tampa should always have a shelter plan. Move inside a substantial building or hard-topped vehicle.
Stay Informed
Use Lightning Tracker to monitor real-time lightning near Tampa. Set alerts for your neighborhood to get advance warning of approaching storms.
Avoid Open Areas
Stay away from open fields, hilltops, isolated trees, and bodies of water during storms. If hiking, descend from ridges and peaks immediately.
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