<![CDATA[Windy brings a real-time global lightning strikes tracking]]>Windy has been buzzing with activity recently, tirelessly innovating to enhance your experience. This time, we're focusing on something that strikes—quite literally—lightning.⚡️

Collaborating with industry experts to bring you yet another game-changing layer, we've partnered with Nowcast.de, a worldwide lightning detection provider.

”If you have a comprehensive overview of the lightning strikes situation, you have a very good overview of the weather situation.”* Richard Fellner, CEO of Nowcast.

As a result of this collaboration, we’re able to present you with a lightning strike overlay for Weather radar and Satellite that shows real-time lightning activity right in your vicinity. And again, the lightning detection layer is totally free for everyone!

See our short video with a few words from Richard Fellner, the CEO of Nowcast:

Coverage? It's global!

We are proud to say that the coverage of the lightning detection network is GLOBAL.

However, there are still a few limitations. Marginal coverage is over the Pacific Ocean, the eastern part of the Indian Ocean, the northern part of the Atlantic Ocean, and the southern part of Argentina.

Why is lightning detection important?

Access to high-quality lightning information offers invaluable benefits for both professional and everyday users. For professionals like pilots, glider pilots, and sailors, precise data on approaching thunderstorms is crucial for ensuring safety and making informed navigational decisions.

Meanwhile, everyday users also stand to gain significantly; accurate storm warnings allow them to seek shelter in a timely manner and take steps to safeguard their property.

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💡 Quality meets accuracy. The moment a lightning strike hits the ground, it's reflected on the Windy map with a maximum delay measured in mere seconds.

Example of what a lightning sensor looks like.
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Premium features take you one step further, making you ready when your big day comes. Whether you're an athlete, pilot, sailor, or weather enthusiast. Plus, your Premium subscription helps us continue to provide essential features like lightning detection to all users free of charge.
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]]>https://community.windy.com/topic/28646/windy-brings-a-real-time-global-lightning-strikes-trackingRSS for NodeSun, 06 Sep 2026 12:54:42 GMTThu, 21 Sep 2023 09:33:27 GMT60<![CDATA[Reply to Windy brings a real-time global lightning strikes tracking on Tue, 23 Dec 2025 14:58:55 GMT]]>I'm from Brazil. Windy used to work seamlessly on both my PC (Windows 11) and iPhone (iOS), but unfortunately, it no longer does.

]]>https://community.windy.com/post/222538https://community.windy.com/post/222538Tue, 23 Dec 2025 14:58:55 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Windy brings a real-time global lightning strikes tracking on Thu, 27 Nov 2025 06:29:45 GMT]]>Windy’s new global lightning overlay is a strong step forward, giving both professionals and everyday users real-time awareness of nearby storms. By pairing Nowcast’s detection network with Windy’s radar and satellite layers — and even tagging your notes with something like live speed test km/h to track conditions — you get faster, clearer insight into developing weather. Aside from a few oceanic gaps, the coverage is impressively broad, making this a genuinely valuable and safety-enhancing addition that’s free for everyone

]]>https://community.windy.com/post/221741https://community.windy.com/post/221741Thu, 27 Nov 2025 06:29:45 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Windy brings a real-time global lightning strikes tracking on Sun, 15 Dec 2024 14:08:45 GMT]]>great really iimpressive.

]]>https://community.windy.com/post/204559https://community.windy.com/post/204559Sun, 15 Dec 2024 14:08:45 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Windy brings a real-time global lightning strikes tracking on Wed, 05 Jun 2024 10:46:06 GMT]]>@Korina Kudos to Windy for the incredible innovation! Real-time lightning detection is a game-changer for safety and information. Thanks for providing it free and making the world a safer place!
Regards: Bitlife Unlocked

]]>https://community.windy.com/post/191884https://community.windy.com/post/191884Wed, 05 Jun 2024 10:46:06 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Windy brings a real-time global lightning strikes tracking on Fri, 26 Apr 2024 07:41:59 GMT]]>Hi, if you are interested in lightnings technology and you would like to support this project, you can check our article here.

]]>https://community.windy.com/post/188331https://community.windy.com/post/188331Fri, 26 Apr 2024 07:41:59 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Windy brings a real-time global lightning strikes tracking on Wed, 11 Oct 2023 05:43:05 GMT]]>@inAjet Unfortunately, it is not in plans now.

]]>https://community.windy.com/post/163886https://community.windy.com/post/163886Wed, 11 Oct 2023 05:43:05 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Windy brings a real-time global lightning strikes tracking on Wed, 11 Oct 2023 02:29:18 GMT]]>@inAjet said in Windy brings a real-time global lightning strikes tracking:

Would you consider adding the ability to control the lightning layer separately from the radar/satellite layer? There may be times when you want to de-clutter the display and view radar/satellite data only, or view lightning data only to quickly locate the most active weather.

Any thoughts on this, @Ondřej-Šutera?

]]>https://community.windy.com/post/163871https://community.windy.com/post/163871Wed, 11 Oct 2023 02:29:18 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Windy brings a real-time global lightning strikes tracking on Fri, 06 Oct 2023 10:54:59 GMT]]>@Gkikas-LGPZ Thank you for your suggestion, you are right that certain situations are less visible than others, especially in the satellite layer. I will forward this to colleagues for consideration.

]]>https://community.windy.com/post/163351https://community.windy.com/post/163351Fri, 06 Oct 2023 10:54:59 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Windy brings a real-time global lightning strikes tracking on Fri, 06 Oct 2023 10:05:20 GMT]]>@Korina
Please consider adding the ability to customize the lightning colour. White lightning on white (satellite) background is not very distinct.

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]]>https://community.windy.com/post/163347https://community.windy.com/post/163347Fri, 06 Oct 2023 10:05:20 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Windy brings a real-time global lightning strikes tracking on Thu, 05 Oct 2023 12:09:42 GMT]]>@Ondřej-Šutera said in Windy brings a real-time global lightning strikes tracking:

@Nrbelex We changed the provider of data for this feature, since we consider Nowcast as a leader of the industry.

Got it—thanks!

]]>https://community.windy.com/post/163223https://community.windy.com/post/163223Thu, 05 Oct 2023 12:09:42 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Windy brings a real-time global lightning strikes tracking on Thu, 05 Oct 2023 06:01:06 GMT]]>@Nrbelex We changed the provider of data for this feature, since we consider Nowcast as a leader of the industry.

]]>https://community.windy.com/post/163172https://community.windy.com/post/163172Thu, 05 Oct 2023 06:01:06 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Windy brings a real-time global lightning strikes tracking on Wed, 04 Oct 2023 22:57:44 GMT]]>@stonelaughter said in Windy brings a real-time global lightning strikes tracking:

I'm confused; I've had this feature on the free version for years (UK)

One thing I wonder though; I used to see rings propagating out to approximate where the thunder from a strike would be heard... I'm not seeing those any more.

Do I need to select something?

I also previously saw lightning on the map prior to this announcement and don't understand what's changed (even with the answer above).

]]>https://community.windy.com/post/163146https://community.windy.com/post/163146Wed, 04 Oct 2023 22:57:44 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Windy brings a real-time global lightning strikes tracking on Wed, 04 Oct 2023 13:07:43 GMT]]>@stonelaughter Lightnings are standardly in the free version and also circle animation was used again in version 40. At this moment version 40 is only in our web app and mobile apps will get it in a few weeks hopefully.

]]>https://community.windy.com/post/163081https://community.windy.com/post/163081Wed, 04 Oct 2023 13:07:43 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Windy brings a real-time global lightning strikes tracking on Wed, 04 Oct 2023 12:51:21 GMT]]>@koeio We are aware that the coverage in South America is worse at this moment, the coverage will improve in upcoming months.

]]>https://community.windy.com/post/163078https://community.windy.com/post/163078Wed, 04 Oct 2023 12:51:21 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Windy brings a real-time global lightning strikes tracking on Mon, 02 Oct 2023 16:47:22 GMT]]>I'm confused; I've had this feature on the free version for years (UK)

One thing I wonder though; I used to see rings propagating out to approximate where the thunder from a strike would be heard... I'm not seeing those any more.

Do I need to select something?

]]>https://community.windy.com/post/162825https://community.windy.com/post/162825Mon, 02 Oct 2023 16:47:22 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Windy brings a real-time global lightning strikes tracking on Sat, 30 Sep 2023 03:43:56 GMT]]>@Korina said in Windy brings a real-time global lightning strikes tracking:

Coverage? It's global!

still not working in BRASIL

]]>https://community.windy.com/post/162502https://community.windy.com/post/162502Sat, 30 Sep 2023 03:43:56 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Windy brings a real-time global lightning strikes tracking on Wed, 27 Sep 2023 00:49:09 GMT]]>I'm done with this website. Windy was a big fan of mine from 2017 to 2018. The Windy premium watermark is now very apparent on the map. It's no longer about the weather, but about money. I found Zoom Earth to be the next best thing for my weather needs.

]]>https://community.windy.com/post/162134https://community.windy.com/post/162134Wed, 27 Sep 2023 00:49:09 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Windy brings a real-time global lightning strikes tracking on Tue, 26 Sep 2023 19:00:59 GMT]]>yea non the less it brings a great chemtrail viewer also!!

]]>https://community.windy.com/post/162111https://community.windy.com/post/162111Tue, 26 Sep 2023 19:00:59 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Windy brings a real-time global lightning strikes tracking on Tue, 26 Sep 2023 13:49:00 GMT]]>@weatherfan Update: The lightning layer is back to working normally.

]]>https://community.windy.com/post/162080https://community.windy.com/post/162080Tue, 26 Sep 2023 13:49:00 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Windy brings a real-time global lightning strikes tracking on Tue, 26 Sep 2023 05:56:16 GMT]]>@weatherfan Hi, do you have any issue with new layers right now? We are aware that certain parts of the World are missing, but we communicate this with the source and it should get better soon.

]]>https://community.windy.com/post/162013https://community.windy.com/post/162013Tue, 26 Sep 2023 05:56:16 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Windy brings a real-time global lightning strikes tracking on Tue, 26 Sep 2023 02:43:18 GMT]]>@EzeStorm The way I see it, the lightning layer works in northern South America and the Americas, Western Europe, a little bit of Asia, and maybe Australia. It works in the Caribbean Sea, parts of the Atlantic and East Pacific. Yes, it doesn't work in much of the Southern Hemisphere. Now tonight, I notice the lightning layer has stopped working completely at this time. Recently it wasn't working and it turned out they got rid of the old lightning service and put in the nowcast service, which WAS working fine. Why wouldn't it work NOW?

]]>https://community.windy.com/post/162004https://community.windy.com/post/162004Tue, 26 Sep 2023 02:43:18 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Windy brings a real-time global lightning strikes tracking on Mon, 25 Sep 2023 14:29:16 GMT]]>Thanks for bringing this feature now, I was waiting for this for a long time...
But as others have already pointed out, South of Brazil does not have any lightning...
Hope you can fix it soon, thanks.

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]]>https://community.windy.com/post/161947https://community.windy.com/post/161947Mon, 25 Sep 2023 14:29:16 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Windy brings a real-time global lightning strikes tracking on Mon, 25 Sep 2023 13:58:31 GMT]]>As already mentioned, I love the addition of the lightning data to the satellite layer. This is a powerful tool to further analyze the intensity of weather displayed by the radar and/or satellite imagery.

Would you consider adding the ability to control the lightning layer separately from the radar/satellite layer? There may be times when you want to de-clutter the display and view radar/satellite data only, or view lightning data only to quickly locate the most active weather.

Thank you for all your hard work to make this the most capable mobile weather platform on the market!!!

]]>https://community.windy.com/post/161943https://community.windy.com/post/161943Mon, 25 Sep 2023 13:58:31 GMT<![CDATA[Reply to Windy brings a real-time global lightning strikes tracking on Mon, 25 Sep 2023 06:18:10 GMT]]>@EzeStorm @zDavzBR We are aware of certain locations that are still in progress and the southern part of South America is one of them, unfortunately.

@inAjet Thank you for letting us know. You are right that necessary reinstall shouldn't be required, however, I am glad it is solved for you. Can you please let us know, if you meet any other issue? We have been monitoring the whole situation.

]]>https://community.windy.com/post/161852https://community.windy.com/post/161852Mon, 25 Sep 2023 06:18:10 GMT