Lightning Tracker Live is a weather application designed for iPhone users to track and monitor lightning strikes in real-time based on the user's location. The app presents lightning strikes on a map view, allowing users to tap on each marked strike for detailed information, such as lightning type, time of strike, and distance from their current location. The strikes are updated in real-time and expire after five minutes, ensuring users receive only the most current lightning activity.

In addition to real-time tracking, the app operates in the background, periodically checking for new lightning strikes and sending notifications when they occur. Users can customize the monitoring radius from 1 to 50 miles, with a default setting of 25 miles. Additional features include the ability to view current weather conditions, making Lightning Tracker Live a comprehensive tool for those interested in weather phenomena.