How does AcuRite Atlas detect lightning strikes?

It has a lightning detector add-on that can identify and track lightning activity.

What is the range of the lightning detector?

It can detect lightning strikes within a 25 mile radius or 40km.

Can it estimate how far away the lightning strike is?

Yes, it can estimate the distance of the most recent strike.

Does this work with the Acurite Iris 5in1?

No, this Lightning Detector is only compatible with the Atlas Weather Station.

How does this detect lightning? Is it a radio-based detection? How accurate is it? Can it be thrown off by EM interference, such as a powerful radio?

The Lightning Detector picks up lightning signals at a specific frequency. It can be affected by interference, but it will differentiate between interference and actual strikes. Earlier models had issues, but they have been resolved by Acurite.

Where on the monitor does the lightning strike notification show?

The lightning information is displayed in the bottom-center of the monitor, above the indoor temperature and humidity. It appears as a red banner with the number of strikes and the last distance recorded.

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AcuRite Lightning Detector Atlas Weather Station, Red

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Detects lightning strikes up to 25 miles (40 kilometers)
Tracks total strikes
Estimates distance of most recent strike

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AcuRite Lightning Detector Atlas Weather Station, Red

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Customer Questions & Answers

Question : How does AcuRite Atlas detect lightning strikes?
Answer : It has a lightning detector add-on that can identify and track lightning activity.
Question : What is the range of the lightning detector?
Answer : It can detect lightning strikes within a 25 mile radius or 40km.
Question : Can it estimate how far away the lightning strike is?
Answer : Yes, it can estimate the distance of the most recent strike.
Question : Does this work with the Acurite Iris 5in1?
Answer : No, this Lightning Detector is only compatible with the Atlas Weather Station.
Question : How does this detect lightning? Is it a radio-based detection? How accurate is it? Can it be thrown off by EM interference, such as a powerful radio?
Answer : The Lightning Detector picks up lightning signals at a specific frequency. It can be affected by interference, but it will differentiate between interference and actual strikes. Earlier models had issues, but they have been resolved by Acurite.
Question : Where on the monitor does the lightning strike notification show?
Answer : The lightning information is displayed in the bottom-center of the monitor, above the indoor temperature and humidity. It appears as a red banner with the number of strikes and the last distance recorded.

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AcuRite Lightning Detector Atlas Weather Station, Red

The AcuRite Lightning Detector Atlas Weather Station is a compatible add-on for the Atlas Weather Station. It detects lightning strikes within a 40 Km radius and displays the information on the indoor display or the Acurite app. However, there have been reports of accuracy issues, with false readings and difficulty in detecting lightning during storms. Some customers have also experienced problems with customer service. Overall, it is important to consider the potential inaccuracies and limitations of this lightning detector before purchasing.

Pros

Easy to install
Registers numerous strikes within a 10-mile range
Can display readings on wireless display or app
Compatible with Atlas Weather Station

Cons

Accuracy issues, including false readings
Difficulty in detecting lightning during storms
Reports of problems with customer service
Limited range of 40 Km

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