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Direct answer
Is Durham, NC safe from lightning?
Durham has elevated lightning exposure. Risk is meaningful at 56/100, so planning and coverage checks are recommended.
City score
56/100
Level: elevated
State average
60/100
Same hazard across NC.
Comparison
Durham is close to the state average for this hazard (56 vs 60).
Why this answer
Lightning exposure derived from ingested climatology tiles.
This answer combines long-term hazard scoring with current live signals. Use the live page for active watch/warning context over the next 6-24 hours.
Insurance pricing and deductible structure can still vary by neighborhood and carrier, so validate policy details against this risk profile.
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