Lightning Map — Oregon

Track real-time lightning strikes and thunderstorm activity across Oregon. With an average of 10 thunderstorm days per year, Oregon is a state with relatively low thunderstorm activity.

10
Avg Storm Days/Year
4
Cities Tracked
4.2M
Population

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

About Lightning in Oregon

Oregon averages 10 thunderstorm days per year, placing it below the national average of 25 days. Located at approximately 45°N latitude, Oregon is a Pacific Northwest state where the marine-influenced Willamette Valley rarely sees thunderstorms, but the Cascade Range and eastern high desert experience dry lightning storms that can ignite wildfires.

In Oregon, maritime influences generally suppress thunderstorm formation, with activity concentrated over mountain terrain or during rare atmospheric setups. Peak thunderstorm activity occurs during July through August, when conditions align for the most frequent lightning strikes. With a population of 4.2 million residents, storm awareness and lightning safety are important considerations for anyone living in or visiting Oregon.

#48
out of 50 states
10
storm days/year
15 fewer than the US average

When Thunderstorms Peak in Oregon

Thunderstorm season in Oregon runs from July through August. Storms are typically driven by frontal systems and can develop rapidly during warm, humid afternoons. While the season is more compressed than in southern states, individual storms can be intense with frequent cloud-to-ground lightning.

Peak Season
July through August

Top Cities in Oregon

Monitor lightning activity in these Oregon cities

Portland

OR
10 storm days/yr

Salem

OR
8 storm days/yr

Eugene

OR
7 storm days/yr

Bend

OR
12 storm days/yr

Lightning Safety in Oregon

Stay safe during the 10 thunderstorm days Oregon 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 10 thunderstorm days annually in Oregon, it's still worth being prepared when storms do occur. Avoid windows and stay away from plumbing.

Monitor Lightning Activity

Use Lightning Tracker to get real-time alerts when storms approach your area in Oregon. 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 Oregon

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

Near me How to check lightning near you in Oregon

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

 Map guide How to read a lightning map for Oregon

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

 Alerts Best ways to get lightning alerts in Oregon

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

The app links can be added after release. For now, use the Oregon 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.