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Morona Santiago Province, Ecuador — 261 km
Volcan Sangay
🇪🇨 Morona Santiago Province · Ecuador — Altitude 1025 m
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This live camera points at Sangay, one of the most active volcanoes in Ecuador, rising in the Andes east of the main highland cities. Viewers usually come to check whether the summit is visible through cloud and to follow the mountain's changing moods during the day.
A volcano in the Ecuadorian Andes
Sangay stands in Morona Santiago Province on the eastern side of the Andes, where the high peaks give way to steep cloud forest and river valleys draining towards the Amazon basin. The volcano is known for near-constant activity and for its snow-capped cone, which is often hidden by cloud. Its remote setting, with few roads and small settlements nearby, gives the landscape a wild and isolated character that attracts geologists, climbers and travellers who want to see the Andes away from the crowds.
What the camera shows and when to watch
Since the camera is titled after the volcano, the stream is most likely aimed at the mountain itself, though depending on the view you may see mainly cloud, rock or vegetation rather than a clear summit. Early morning is often the best time to watch, when the air is calmer and cloud has not yet built up over the peaks. Changes in weather can quickly alter what is visible, so checking back at different times of day gives a fuller picture.
Climate and getting there
The area has a cool, humid mountain climate with frequent rain and cloud, especially in the afternoon, so conditions can change within an hour. Access is by rough roads from towns in the region, and visitors should plan carefully and check current conditions before travelling. A nearby camera on the Pacific coast, at Mancora beach in Piura, offers a very different view of the country for comparison.
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About this camera
What is the weather at Volcan Sangay now?
The current conditions and a three-day forecast for the volcano's location are shown in the weather block on this page. Mountain weather can change quickly, so the live figures are more reliable than any general description.
What time is it at Volcan Sangay?
The local time for the camera's location is displayed on this page and updates automatically. Ecuador's mainland uses one time zone across the country, so the clock matches the rest of the mainland.
Where exactly is the Sangay camera?
The camera is in Morona Santiago Province in eastern Ecuador, close to the volcano of the same name. The map on this page shows the approximate position of the camera relative to the surrounding region.
When is the best time to watch the volcano live?
Early morning usually offers the clearest chance of seeing the summit before clouds build up. Afternoons are often cloudier in this part of the Andes, so checking at several times of day improves your chances.
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