US Lightning Strikes Reach Eight-Year High in 2025
• US lightning strikes reached an eight-year high in 2025, with 250 million strikes recorded.
• Texas had the most lightning strikes (47 million), while Shady Grove, Oklahoma, was the US lightning capital.
• The increase in lightning activity highlights the need for better severe weather preparedness.
Lightning strikes hit eight-year peak in 2025
In 2025, the United States witnessed a notable surge in lightning activity, hitting an eight-year peak. Throughout the year, approximately 250 million lightning strikes were recorded, representing a 20% increase compared to 2024. The most intense day was April 5, characterized by 157 severe storms, including 21 tornadoes across the Southeast, resulting in over three million lightning events.
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