Hagafell - Volcan de Grindavík
Suðurnes, Iceland — 1.8 km
Grindavík — Þorbjörn volcano watch camera A
Grindavík - Þorbjörn - Iceland Volcano Watch Cam A
🇮🇸 Suðurnes · Iceland — Altitude 243 m
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This live camera looks toward Þorbjörn, the volcanic ridge rising above the town of Grindavík on the Reykjanes peninsula. It is a watch camera, so people follow it to see how the ground and the surrounding landscape are changing in this active volcanic area. The live stream is embedded below with a link to its source.
The place and its landscape
Grindavík is a fishing town on the southwestern coast of Iceland, in the Suðurnes region. Þorbjörn is a low mountain range nearby, and the whole peninsula is shaped by lava fields, craters and fissures from many eruptions. The terrain is open, dark with old lava and often covered in moss, with the ocean never far away. The area has been closely monitored by Icelandic authorities because of volcanic activity in recent years.
What to watch and when
The camera is aimed at the mountain and the land around it, so the view changes mainly with light and weather rather than with people or traffic. Clear days give the sharpest view of the ridge and its slopes, while low cloud and wind can hide it quickly. Iceland has long daylight in summer and very long nights in winter, so the most useful hours to watch depend on the season. Any visible steam, changes in snow cover or unusual ground features are worth noting when they appear.
Practical notes and nearby views
Winters in Iceland are cold, wet and windy, while summers are cool, with temperatures usually well below those of most of Europe. Weather can change within an hour, so check the live forecast on this page before planning a visit. Other cameras in the region include Hagafell, a volcano view close to Grindavík, and Reykjanestá, a coastal view farther out on the peninsula. Hafnarfjörður, a harbour town to the north, is also worth a look.
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About this camera
What is the weather in Grindavík right now?
The current conditions and the three-day forecast for Grindavík are shown in the live weather block on this page. Icelandic weather can change quickly, so it is worth checking before you watch or visit.
What time is it in Grindavík?
The local time in Grindavík is shown in the live clock on this page. Iceland uses the same time all year and does not change clocks for daylight saving.
Where exactly is this camera?
The camera is located on Þorbjörn near Grindavík in the Suðurnes region of southwestern Iceland, at an altitude of about 243 metres. The map on this page shows its position.
When is the best time to watch this camera?
Clear weather gives the best view, and in summer the long daylight allows watching at almost any hour. In winter, daylight is short, so the middle of the day is usually the most useful time.
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