# Lightning Tracker & Storm Data

> Real-time global lightning strike data and comprehensive weather forecasts. (iPhone/iPad app by LW Brands, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightning-tracker-and-storm-data/id1415547140 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [LW Brands, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/963599018)
- Category: Weather
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.21/5 from 341 App Store ratings · 12 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 9 MB
- Languages: English, French, Portuguese
- Released: 2018-08-16
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightning-tracker-and-storm-data/id1415547140/reviews.md

## What is Lightning Tracker & Storm Data?

By far the fastest, most convenient way to access NOAA Lightning Strike data.

MAIN FEATURES INCLUDE:

 * Global Lightning Strike Density Map
 * GOES-16 CONUS Satellite Animations
 * NWS Weather Discussion

 * NOAA Weather Chart Overlays
    - HD Radar (NEXRAD)
    - Convective Outlook  
    - Dry Thunderstorms
    - Non-dry Thunderstorms 
    - Long Duration Hazards
    - Short Duration Warnings & Watches
    - Wind Speed & Direction
    - Air Temperature 
    - 12-hour Rain Probability

 * NOAA 7-day Weather Forecast
    - Click any point on the map


If you have any questions, please contact me at mwnbdc@gmail.com.

## Key features

- Global lightning strike density map
- GOES-16 satellite animations
- NWS weather discussion
- NOAA weather chart overlays
- HD Radar (NEXRAD)
- 7-day weather forecast

## Recent user reviews (10 of 12)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lightning-tracker-and-storm-data/id1415547140/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Waste of money

*2020-07-11, version 1.0.11*

For lightning this app is way behind lightning Pro as it  Is sending alerts on the iPad and this app is not showing anything.

### 1/5 — Waste of time and money

*2020-06-28, version 1.0.11*

Waste of time and money

### 1/5 — What the ......

*2019-09-11, version 1.0.8*

I don’t get it. I don’t see any lightning strikes, just blobs of color. Huge disappointment!!

### 1/5 — Don’t buy

*2019-09-05, version 1.0.8*

It is a horrible app !!! Does not show lighting strikes

### 1/5 — Waste of money

*2019-08-27, version 1.0.8*

Junk

### 1/5 — Useless

*2019-08-19, version 1.0.8*

What did I just pay $0.99 for?!??  Doesn’t home to current location, doesn’t show lightning strike locations or specific info, doesn’t provide even close to real time data.  What a waste.

### 2/5 — Not what I wanted

*2019-07-24, version 1.0.8*

Just shows a big patch of color over a lot of area. Loads slowly. I deleted it.

### 2/5 — Graphics

*2019-06-07, version 1.0.8*

Very disappointing graphics was hoping for something more detailed

### 1/5 — Gene

*2019-05-03, version 1.0.8*

This app is hard to work and hard to understand!

### 5/5 — Lightning

*2018-09-04, version 1.0.2*

Great application for lightning tracker & storm data.

## Frequently asked questions about Lightning Tracker & Storm Data

### What does this app do?

This application provides the fastest and most convenient access to NOAA lightning strike data. It features a global lightning strike density map, satellite animations, NWS weather discussions, and various NOAA weather chart overlays.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include a global lightning strike density map, GOES-16 satellite animations, NWS weather discussions, and a wide array of NOAA weather chart overlays such as HD Radar, convective outlooks, and various hazard warnings. It also offers a 7-day weather forecast by clicking any point on the map.

### Is this app free to use?

Yes, based on the provided information, this application is available for free. There are no mentions of subscription fees or in-app purchases.

### What kind of weather information can I get?

You can access real-time lightning strike data, HD radar, convective outlooks, thunderstorm forecasts, long and short duration hazard warnings, wind speed and direction, air temperature, and 12-hour rain probability. Additionally, a 7-day weather forecast is available for any location.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 1.0.14 — 2021-02-11

- Fixed a few minor bugs

Thank you for the positive feedback!

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