# StrikeCast: Lightning Tracker — Storm Distance & Live Alerts

> Real-time lightning strike distance, alerts, and live map tracking. (iPhone/iPad app by Kirill Proskurin.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strikecast-lightning-tracker/id6779354721 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Kirill Proskurin](https://appshunter.io/developer/1896493011)
- Category: Weather
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 63 MB
- Languages: American English, Latin American Spanish, Italian, German (Germany), Brazilian Portuguese, French (France)
- Released: 2026-06-24
- Data updated: 2026-09-02
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/strikecast-lightning-tracker/id6779354721/reviews.md

## What is StrikeCast?

How close is the lightning?

StrikeCast: Lightning Tracker puts the answer front and center. See the approximate distance to the nearest detected strike in miles/km, follow activity on a clean live map, and set alerts for the places you care about.

DISTANCE AT A GLANCE
• See the nearest detected strike without searching through the map
• View distance in miles or kilometers
• Check when the latest nearby strike was detected
• Explore latest strikes and lightning hotspots
• Built on NOAA GOES satellite lightning data

ALERTS FOR PLACES THAT MATTER
Save a location and choose an alert radius. StrikeCast can notify you when lightning is detected nearby, even when you are somewhere else. Monitor home, work, school, or any place you want to keep an eye on.

CALM, CLEAR DESIGN
No noisy dashboard and no ad clutter. When the area is quiet, StrikeCast says so. When lightning is nearby, the distance stays easy to find.

UPGRADE TO PRO
• Real-time strike data with no added free-tier delay
• Approaching and moving-away trends
• More saved locations and flexible alert radii
• Animated weather radar
• 12-hour thunderstorm forecast
• Extended lightning range

PRIVACY FIRST
No ads. No cross-app tracking. Your location is used to calculate distance and power the alerts you choose.

Lightning detection has inherent latency and location uncertainty. Distances are approximate. StrikeCast is informational and is not a substitute for official weather warnings or emergency guidance.

Privacy Policy: https://strikecast.app/privacy
Terms of Use (EULA): https://strikecast.app/terms

## Key features

- Real-time lightning strike distance
- Live map of lightning activity
- Customizable alerts for saved locations
- Distance in miles or kilometers
- Approaching and moving-away trends (Pro)
- Animated weather radar (Pro)

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**Subscriptions**

| Subscription | Price | Period |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Lightning Tracker: Distance Pro | $33.99 | per year |
| StrikeCast Pro | $12.99 | per month |
| StrikeCast Pro | $4.99 | per 7 days |



## Frequently asked questions about StrikeCast

### What is the distance to the nearest lightning strike with StrikeCast?

StrikeCast displays the approximate distance to the nearest detected lightning strike in miles or kilometers. This information is updated in real-time, with a slight delay in the free tier compared to the Pro version.

### Can I set up alerts for lightning strikes with StrikeCast?

Yes, you can save specific locations and set an alert radius. StrikeCast will notify you when lightning is detected within that radius, ensuring you're informed even when you're not actively monitoring the app.

### Does StrikeCast have ads?

No, StrikeCast is ad-free. The developers prioritize user experience and privacy, stating 'No ads. No cross-app tracking.'

### What are the features of StrikeCast Pro?

StrikeCast Pro offers real-time strike data without free-tier delay, approaching and moving-away trends, more saved locations, flexible alert radii, animated weather radar, and an extended lightning range.

### How often is StrikeCast updated?

The latest version, 1.6.1, was released on August 10, 2026. Updates are generally frequent, indicating ongoing development and improvements to the app's functionality and data accuracy.

### What devices does StrikeCast support?

StrikeCast is currently supported on iPhone and iPod devices. It is designed for iOS users looking for localized lightning detection and alerts.

### What is the pricing for StrikeCast Pro?

StrikeCast Pro has multiple subscription options: $4.99 per 7 days, $12.99 per month, and $33.99 per year for Lightning Tracker: Distance Pro, which includes a 3-day free trial.

### Is StrikeCast suitable for children?

StrikeCast has an age rating of 4+, making it generally suitable for younger users. The app's focus on weather safety information is appropriate for this age group.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6.3 — 2026-08-21

• All clear? Home now tells you when the last strike was and how far away it happened, so you can see how long it has been calm.
• Clearer wording under the distance, plus bug fixes and refinements.

Stay aware, never alarmed.

### 1.6.2 — 2026-08-14

Several bugfixes

### 1.6.1 — 2026-08-10

• Sharper location accuracy behind the nearest-strike distance, alerts and forecast.
• Quiet hours now follow your device clock, and the mini radar shows its exact range and runs smoother.

Stay aware, never alarmed.

### 1.6.0 — 2026-08-04

The storm forecast is rebuilt around the hour that actually matters.

• The peak risk hour up front, with a probability trend for the next 12 hours
• Forecast times now follow your time zone (they could be hours off before)
• Forecast wording is now translated, and StrikeCast now speaks Italian

Stay aware, never alarmed.

### 1.5.0 — 2026-07-28

Storm alerts didn't always arrive as they should — that's fixed.

• Tap an alert to open the map on that spot
• Alerts now in your language and units

Worth updating if you rely on alerts.

Stay aware, never alarmed.

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