Direct answer

Is Bluffton, SC safe from lightning?

Bluffton has elevated lightning exposure. Risk is meaningful at 63/100, so planning and coverage checks are recommended.

City score

63/100

Level: elevated

State average

70/100

Same hazard across SC.

Comparison

Bluffton is close to the state average for this hazard (63 vs 70).

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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