Superior lightning strike detection, anywhere The trusted leader in providing reference-grade lightning detection data, software, and systems, enabling you to operate efficiently and safely, or build robust forecast models. 2 B+ average lightning events detected around the world 99.99 +% uptime for lightning data < 100 meters median lightning location accuracy with precision network 70 % fewer sensors needed for greater accuracy with reduced maintenance 2 B+ average lightning events detected around the world 99.99 +% uptime for lightning data < 100 meters median lightning location accuracy with precision network 70 % fewer sensors needed for greater accuracy with reduced maintenance Real-time lightning detection & data Real-time lightning detection & data Image For more than 40 years, Vaisala has created the most accurate lightning detection products and services. Our customers trust Vaisala technology to help them make critical operational and safety decisions based on real-time storm and lightning data. Whatever your needs, the Vaisala team can help you create your own monitoring network or leverage the power of our real-time global lightning data.Applications include:Warning for personnel safetyAnalysis for Asset Damage and WildfireMeteorology and Forecasting Severe Weather Learn more Warning for personnel safety Warning for personnel safety Image Worker safety and operational efficiency represent chief priorities for most organizations. When it comes to severe weather threats and disruptions, Vaisala offers a reliable, comprehensive, and streamlined way to maximize both safety and operational efficiency. Learn more Precision Lightning Networks Precision Lightning Networks With an increasing demand to understand ever-changing meteorological phenomena, the need to dig deeper into weather data to make well-informed decisions is stronger than ever.Vaisala provides the best accuracy through top quality and highly precise lightning detection networks, visualization tools and network management. Image Learn about lightning sensors Analysis for asset damage and wildfire Analysis for asset damage and wildfire Image Hundreds of billions of dollars of damage globally each year from thunderstorms alone. At least 1/3 of power outages are caused by thunderstorms, and lightning causes the majority of wildfire acreage burned.Vaisala provides accurate and reliable lightning data to support organizations in power transmission and wind energy, and helps land and forestry agencies manage the impact of thunderstorms. Learn more Optimizing the wind energy life cycle Optimizing the wind energy life cycle Image Lightning is among the most under-addressed risks in wind energy. From construction and turbine selection to operational continuity, crucial decisions are affected by a site’s daily and long-term lightning patterns.Vaisala’s lightning solutions are optimized for the most important needs and use cases in wind energy. They rely on the best lightning detection networks anywhere, and each is easy to integrate into existing systems for quick, reliable value. Explore solutions for wind energy Lightning data and alerting software Xweather API Direct access to the world's most accurate real-time and historical lightning data to integrate into your applications, systems, and processes. Learn more Xweather Protect Improve operational safety and continuity with real-time lightning detection and severe weather alerts for all your locations worldwide. Learn more Prepare for lightning season with Xweather Protect See how you can protect your personnel while minimizing operational downtime in this recorded demo of Xweather Protect, our cloud-based severe weather alerting solution. Watch now with instant access to see:● How to set up real-time lightning alerts for your locations● How to get ahead of danger with lightning forecast alerts● Examples of alert configurations for different industries Watch now Vaisala's lightning detection networks National Lightning Detection Network The National Lightning Detection Network (NLDN) provides unrivaled locational accuracy and total lightning detection efficiency across the contiguous United States. Learn more Global Lightning Dataset GLD360 The Global Lightning Dataset (GLD360) is a long-range detection network that detects in-cloud and cloud-to-ground lightning events over land and sea anywhere on Earth. Learn more Precision lightning networks Advanced Total Lightning Sensor LS7002 Detects cloud and cloud-to-ground lightning with high detection efficiency and excellent location accuracy. It uses combined technology and provides large area coverage with fewer sensors leading to lower lifetime network ownership costs. Learn more Total Lightning Processor Total Lightning Processor processes data from Vaisala’s low frequency (LF) sensors providing lightning location solutions for greater than 90% of cloud-to-ground (CG) and 50% of cloud (IC) lightning flashes. Learn more IRIS Focus With IRIS Focus, Vaisala is leading the evolution of remote sensing software to provide the user with a comprehensive view to help better understand storms, other adverse weather events and storm predictions and analyses. Learn more Resources Report Annual Lightning Report How does lightning affect the world’s busiest airports? Where are U.S. wind farms most at risk from lightning? Which town is the U.S. lightning capital? Find the answers and more in the 2024 Vaisala Xweather Annual Lightning Report. Read the report Interactive map Global Lightning Density Map See where lightning strikes with the Vaisala Xweather global lightning density map. Compare the average number of lightning events per km2 per year for every country then zoom in to see how much lightning occurs in your state or province. View the map Blog Lightning Safety Awareness Week Lightning is a serious safety hazard that can cause injuries or even death. Discover essential strategies for creating a safer, more resilient workplace in our featured articles from Lightning Safety Awareness Week. Read more Scientific papers ILDC/ILMC conferences archive View and download papers from earlier ILDC/ILMC conferences. Learn more Contact Us Contact our industry experts to see Vaisala’s real-time and historical lightning data, software solutions, or receive lightning alerts near you, anywhere in the world. 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2 B+ average lightning events detected around the world 99.99 +% uptime for lightning data < 100 meters median lightning location accuracy with precision network 70 % fewer sensors needed for greater accuracy with reduced maintenance 2 B+ average lightning events detected around the world 99.99 +% uptime for lightning data < 100 meters median lightning location accuracy with precision network 70 % fewer sensors needed for greater accuracy with reduced maintenance
