Lightning Map Kenosha, WI
Real-time lightning tracking for Kenosha, Wisconsin. This city averages 35 thunderstorm days per year, making lightning awareness important for Kenosha residents and visitors.
Real-Time Lightning Near Kenosha
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Thunderstorm Season in Kenosha
When to expect lightning activity in Kenosha, WI
Kenosha sees most of its thunderstorm activity between May and August, with June and July being the peak months. Storms are typically driven by frontal systems and can develop rapidly during warm, humid afternoons. The transition months of May and September can also bring significant lightning.
Compared to the national average of approximately 25 thunderstorm days per year, Kenosha sees 10 more days of thunderstorm activity. The Wisconsin statewide average is 35 days.
Lightning Safety Tips for Kenosha
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 35 thunderstorm days annually, residents of Kenosha should always have a shelter plan. Move inside a substantial building or hard-topped vehicle.
Stay Informed
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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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