Singapore's thunderstorms make it the world's lightning capital

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Singapore experiences frequent thunderstorms, earning it the title of "the lightning capital of the world." It sees between 171 and 186 days of lightning annually, with a record lightning density of 163.08 events per square kilometer in 2021. The region's thunderstorms are caused by two main weather systems. One involves moist air from the sea mixing with warm air from the land, while the other, known as Sumatra squalls, brings strong winds from Indonesia that create lines of thunderstorms. These factors contribute to Singapore's high levels of thunder and lightning, distinguishing it from other locations.


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