Nordkapp - Plateau du Cap Nord
Finnmark, Norway — 6.6 km
Skarsvag
🇳🇴 Finnmark · Norway — Altitude 12 m
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This live stream looks out over Skarsvag, a small fishing village on the Nordkinn peninsula in Finnmark, one of the most northerly places in mainland Europe. It is a practical way to see the coast and sky of the Arctic Norwegian shore without travelling there.
A village at the edge of Europe
Skarsvag lies on the northern coast of the Nordkinn peninsula, facing the Barents Sea. Its harbour and scattered houses sit close to the water, with open tundra rising behind them. The village is known as one of the northernmost settlements on the European mainland and as a base for coastal fishing. The landscape is treeless, shaped by wind, sea and long seasons of light and darkness.
What to watch and when
The camera is most rewarding when the weather is changing quickly, since cloud, fog and low sun move fast over this coast. In summer the sun stays above the horizon for weeks, so you can watch at almost any hour. In winter the days are short and the light is low and blue, and clear nights may bring the northern lights, depending on the view and the cloud cover.
Practical notes and nearby cameras
The climate is cold and windy for most of the year, with the mildest weather usually in July and August. Dress for wind even in summer if you plan a visit. Nearby on the same coast you can compare views from Kamoyvaer, about 8 km away, and further along the route at Mehamn and Hammerfest. The stream is provided by its source, and VizCams embeds it with a link back to the owner.
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Source: Commune de Skarvags
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About this camera
What is the weather in Skarsvag now?
The current conditions and a 3-day forecast for Skarsvag are shown in the live weather block on this page, updated automatically.
What time is it in Skarsvag?
The local time in Skarsvag is displayed on this page, so you can check whether it is day or night on the coast before you watch.
Where exactly is the Skarsvag camera?
The camera is in Skarsvag in Finnmark county, northern Norway, on the Nordkinn peninsula. The map on this page shows its position and the nearby cameras.
When is the best time to watch the Skarsvag webcam?
Summer offers continuous daylight, while winter brings short days and a chance of northern lights on clear nights. Changing weather is often the most interesting to follow.
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