Best Lightning Storm Simulator Apps & Games

246+ iOS apps & games curated and reviewed

3.8 avg rating

17 free apps & games

Updated October 2026

Every iPhone needs a few good lightning storm simulator apps and games. We benchmark 246+ of them on App Store rating, freshness, and pricing, then surface the standouts so you don't have to scroll the App Store yourself.

Compare top Lightning Storm Simulator Apps & Games (October 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	Lightning Storm Simulator	Free	—	Yes	Yes	Sep 2026
2	Lightning Simulator	Free	4.8★ (101)	No	Yes	Aug 2026
3	StrikeLog: Lightning Camera	Free	1.0★ (2)	No	Yes	Sep 2026
4	My Lightning Tracker & Alerts	Free	4.8★ (66K)	Yes	No	Oct 2026
5	Lightning Vault	$14.99	—	No	No	May 2026
6	Storm!	Free	3.7★ (38)	No	No	Sep 2026
7	LightningX	Free	—	—	No	May 2026
8	Live Lightning	Free	2.9★ (10)	No	No	Aug 2026

Top Picks for Lightning Storm Simulator

Lightning Storm Simulator by Qvyshift LLC

Relaxing Thunder & Rain Sounds

Editor's Choice

☀️ Weather

0.0(0 ratings)

FreeAdsIn-App Purchases

Lightning Simulator by Foxbit Software Ltd.

Experience the Storm

Strong Contender

💪 Health & Fitness

4.8(101 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

Simulate a lightning storm with visual effects using your device's backlight and LED flash, accompanied by realistic thunder audio. Customize storm distance and set sleep timers for a unique ambiance.

StrikeLog: Lightning Camera by iPhoneTelAvivi

Storm Tracker & Auto Capture

Worth Considering

📷 Photo & Video

1.0(2 ratings)

FreeIn-App Purchases

StrikeLog: Lightning Camera screenshot 1

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StrikeLog: Lightning Camera screenshot 3

StrikeLog: Lightning Camera screenshot 4

StrikeLog: Lightning Camera screenshot 5

This smart camera app automatically detects and captures lightning flashes in real-time, saving them as photos or short videos. It features a simple interface and tools to help you plan for storm photography.

More Lightning Storm Simulator apps to explore

My Lightning Tracker & Alerts

Live Lightning Map & Tracker

Free

Monitor global lightning strikes in near real-time on a live map. Receive alerts for nearby storms and view historical strike data. Track weather radar and share strike information with friends.

Global lightning strike detection and displayReal-time thunderstorm monitoring mapLightning strike history and hotspot analysis

Lightning Storm Distance

Free

This app estimates the distance of lightning storms using a physics-based approach. Simply tap "lightning" when you see it and "thunder" when you hear it to get an approximate distance.

Lightning strike detectionThunder sound timingDistance calculation

by harun tayfun soylemez

by Bertrand Kerautret

Free

Track real-time lightning strikes across Europe. View current lightning maps and save historical data. Follow lightning evolution with a minimal time delay.

Real-time lightning displayEurope area coverageSave lightning history

☀️ Weather

(10)

free

Lightning Tracker & Radar App

Live strike alerts near you

How far is that lightning?

Experience a realistic walking simulation set during a rainy and stormy night. Explore freely with a flashlight, enjoying immersive weather effects and authentic soundscapes. Recommended for use with headphones for the best atmospheric experience.

Realistic weather effectsRealistic rain and lightningReal rain and lightning sounds

🎮 Games

(3)

free

Blixtra - Lightning strike map

Lightning Tracker My Radar Map

Local Weather Channel & Alert

Free

Track lightning strikes in real-time with this app. It provides accurate alerts for nearby lightning and thunderstorms, helping you stay safe outdoors. Monitor global lightning activity and receive instant weather updates.

Real-time lightning strike mapPredictive thunderstorm trackingAccurate lightning alerts

☀️ Weather

(232)

free with in-app purchases

Lightning Tracker: BOLT

Storm Radar & Weather Alerts

Free

☀️ Weather

(0)

Lightning Distance Calculator

Calculate lightning distance

$0.99

This utility app estimates the distance to lightning strikes by measuring the time between seeing lightning and hearing thunder. It provides calculations in both meters and feet, with adjustable temperature settings for accuracy. Geotagging with GPS data is also included.

Lightning and thunder time measurementDistance calculation in meters and feetAdjustable atmospheric temperature

🔧 Utilities

(2)

paid

Thunderstorm simulation

Create lightning!

Free

Experience the power of storms with this simulator. Create lightning with a tap, control rain and wind, or let the app run in automatic mode for a relaxing visual and auditory experience. Choose from three atmospheric locations.

Create lightning with touchRealistic thunder and rain soundsAutomatic storm simulation mode

Real Time Lightning Map

Free

Visualize real-time lightning strikes across North and South America on a dynamic map. Receive predictive alerts for strike patterns and intensity, with estimated arrival times for your location. Monitor current and historical lightning activity to stay informed and protected.

Live lightning mapReal-time strike visualizationPredictive lightning alerts

☀️ Weather

(574)

free with in-app purchases

My Lightning Tracker Pro

Live Storm Tracker & Alerts

$4.99

Monitor global lightning strikes in near real-time with detailed maps and historical data. Receive timely alerts for nearby storms and share strike information with friends. Track weather radar for incoming conditions.

Global lightning strike detectionReal-time storm monitoringLightning strike history

☀️ Weather

(6K)

free with in-app purchases

Lightning on Map : LR Tracker

Lightning Tracker & Alert

Free

☀️ Weather

(0)

Live Lightning Map Storm Radar

Weather Forecasts Rain Tracker

Free

Monitor global lightning strikes in real-time with detailed map views and historical data. Track thunderstorms as they happen and identify frequent strike locations. Optimized for the latest iPhone and iPad models.

Real-time global lightning strike displayDetailed thunderstorm map viewHistory of lightning hotspots

☀️ Weather

(90)

subscription

FAQ about Lightning Storm Simulator

Are there free lightning storm simulator apps & games for iPhone?

Yes — 17 of the top lightning storm simulator apps & games we rank are free to download, including Lightning Storm Simulator and Lightning Simulator.

Does Lightning Storm Simulator have ads or in-app purchases?

Lightning Storm Simulator shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.

How many lightning storm simulator apps & games are on the App Store?

We track 246+ lightning storm simulator apps & games on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.