Is it normal to be scared of thunder and lightning?
Yep.Totally normal
Yes—being scared of thunder and lightning is very normal. Storms are loud and unpredictable, and plenty of people feel uneasy during them, even as adults.
Thunder can make the whole house jump, and lightning is a real force of nature, so your brain’s alarm system isn’t being ridiculous. Some people enjoy storms; others would rather be tucked indoors with the curtains closed. Both reactions are normal.
When a storm rolls in, take sensible shelter indoors and remind yourself that the noise is startling, but you’re in a safer place. If the fear is so intense that you regularly can’t sleep or it keeps you from doing things, it may help to talk it through with someone you trust or a professional.