Kentucky lightning map
Kentucky sees frequent thunderstorms through the warm season as Gulf moisture and passing fronts converge over the Ohio Valley.
Cities in Kentucky
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Frequently asked
How many thunderstorm days does Kentucky get?
Kentucky averages about 48 thunderstorm days a year, versus a US average near 25. Activity peaks April–September.
When is thunderstorm season in Kentucky?
Lightning is most frequent April–September in Kentucky.