Lightning

Lightning Map, safety, statistics, science, frequently asked questions.

Most requested

The Canadian Lightning Danger Map has moved.

Visit Canada.ca/weather and turn on the Lightning layer for the new Lightning Map of current lightning strikes in Canada.

Current lightning strikes in Canada.

What you need to know to stay safe.

How lightning and thunder work.

Seasonal data, regional data, cities, hot spots.

Monitoring lightning strikes.

Lightning and forest fires facts.

Quiz, facts, fiction, elves, sprites, true stories.

Safety, myths, rubber boots, phones, computers, calculating distance.

Lightning in Canada.