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Longest-lasting lightning flash

The current longest-lasting lightning flash record is 17.102 s, held by Megaflash over Uruguay and northern Argentina, set on June 18, 2020. Last checked October 10, 2026.

17.102

s

Megaflash over Uruguay and northern Argentina

Uruguay and Argentina, 2020

Holder
Megaflash over Uruguay and northern Argentina
Record
17.102 s
Location
Uruguay and Argentina
Date set
June 18, 2020
Recognized by
World Meteorological Organization
Last checked
October 10, 2026

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