Direct answer

Is Ardmore, SD safe from lightning?

Ardmore has moderate lightning exposure (42/100). It is not extreme, but damaging events can still occur.

City score

42/100

Level: moderate

State average

51/100

Same hazard across SD.

Comparison

Ardmore is 9 points below the state average for this hazard.

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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