Lightning Map — Georgia

Track real-time lightning strikes and thunderstorm activity across Georgia. With an average of 52 thunderstorm days per year, Georgia is one of the most lightning-active states in the nation.

52
Avg Storm Days/Year
8
Cities Tracked
10.7M
Population

Data sourced from NOAA GOES-19 Geostationary Lightning Mapper (GLM) and the Storm Prediction Center (SPC).

About Lightning in Georgia

Georgia averages 52 thunderstorm days per year, placing it well above the national average of 25 days. Located at approximately 34°N latitude, Georgia is spanning from the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Atlantic coast, where terrain-driven uplift and subtropical moisture create a long and active thunderstorm season.

In Georgia, warm, moist air from the Gulf of Mexico combines with daytime heating to produce convective storms. Peak thunderstorm activity occurs during May through September, when conditions align for the most frequent lightning strikes. With a population of 10.7 million residents, storm awareness and lightning safety are critical concerns for anyone living in or visiting Georgia.

#8
out of 50 states
52
storm days/year
27 more than the US average

When Thunderstorms Peak in Georgia

Thunderstorm season in Georgia runs from May 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
May through September

Top Cities in Georgia

Monitor lightning activity in these Georgia cities

Atlanta

GA
52 storm days/yr

Augusta

GA
50 storm days/yr

Columbus

GA
53 storm days/yr

Savannah

GA
55 storm days/yr

Athens

GA
49 storm days/yr

Sandy Springs

GA
51 storm days/yr

Macon

GA
53 storm days/yr

Roswell

GA
50 storm days/yr

Lightning Safety in Georgia

Stay safe during the 52 thunderstorm days Georgia averages each year

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

With 52 thunderstorm days annually in Georgia, having a plan for when storms strike is essential. Avoid windows and stay away from plumbing.

Monitor Lightning Activity

Use Lightning Tracker to get real-time alerts when storms approach your area in Georgia. Early awareness helps you make safer decisions.

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 Georgia

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

Near me How to check lightning near you in Georgia

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

 Map guide How to read a lightning map for Georgia

Understand clusters, timing, and storm movement before using launch alerts in the app.

 Alerts Best ways to get lightning alerts in Georgia

Compare app alerts, NOAA weather radio, and local warning workflows for storms in your area.
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Track Lightning in Georgia Right Now

The app links can be added after release. For now, use the Georgia hub, city pages, and lightning guides to cover map and safety intent.

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App links go live at release. For now use the lightning maps and guides on this site.