Lightning Threat Zone API Unlock the power of lightning nowcasts in any application, globally. Easily integrated API Easily integrated API The Lightning Threat Zone API provides lightning nowcasts data for anywhere in the world and is can be easily queried, so you can populate your existing weather tracking tools with the exact information end users need for better situational awareness of thunderstorm and lightning risks. Easily incorporate comprehensive and reliable lightning forecast information to reach both targeted and broad user segments with a collective weather platform. Single-source access Single-source access Integrate 24/7/365 global thunderstorm and lightning data for end users in even the most remote locations from a single data source with an uptime of 99.99+%. It includes an additional information layer that provides forecast polygons and velocity vector data for each identified storm so users can better predict their specific lightning risk. More localized More localized Be able to integrate the continuously updating lightning nowcast data required to localize thunderstorm forecasts with global coverage that does not depend on other weather inputs. Users will benefit from knowing if a thunderstorm is going to approach them or simply pass by without much safety risk. earlier detection earlier detection Real-time coverage of storm systems across the globe will let end users know about potential severe thunderstorms sooner. They can start planning sooner based on nowcasts that provide storm and lightning data up to 60-minutes out, in 10-minute increments. Deliver operational benefit for your users with Lightning Threat Zone API Contact Vaisala for access to high-quality lightning forecasts and real-time lightning data anywhere in the world to easily integrate into your weather tools and see for yourself just how much the power of the best lightning information and forecasts anywhere in the world can expand your platform’s capabilities to attract more end users. Contact Us Resources 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 Product Spotlight Lightning Threat zone for Solar Energy Localized, real-time awareness of thunderstorm and lightning risks. Download PDF Product Spotlight Lightning threat zone for wind energy Localized, real-time awareness of thunderstorm and lightning risks. Download PDF Product Spotlight Lightning threat zone for urban and industrial safety From industrial operations to office buildings and parks, safety management professionals depend on local and accurate lightning information to make the right decisions that minimize disruptions and keep people safe. Download PDF
