The UK lightning strike page is updated every 15 minutes. The pages shows where lightning strikes have been recorded in the UK and their frequency. To see a merged and zoomable view of rainfall, snow and lightning strikes, switch to the rain radar.

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Lightning strikes (per minute)

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