Édimbourg - Craigmillar Edinburgh Live
Edinburgh, United Kingdom — 0 km
Edinburgh — Firth of Forth live view
Édimbourg - Firth of Forth Live in Edinburgh
🇬🇧 Edinburgh · United Kingdom — Altitude 29 m
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This live stream looks out over the Firth of Forth, the wide tidal estuary that runs past the Scottish capital. It is a good way to check how the water and sky look before heading out, and to get a sense of the coastal light that Edinburgh is known for.
About Edinburgh and the Forth
Edinburgh sits on hills above the southern shore of the Firth of Forth, and its old town and castle rise over the city centre. The estuary opens east toward the North Sea and has long shaped the city's port history, ferries and maritime character. Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland and one of the largest cities in the country, with a strong cultural and academic reputation.
What to watch and when
The view centres on the estuary, so the water, shipping traffic and changing cloud over the coast are the main things to follow. Scottish skies move quickly, and light on the water is often most striking in the early morning or late afternoon, when low sun picks out the surface. Conditions shift with the tide and the wind, so the picture can look very different from one hour to the next.
Climate and getting around
Edinburgh has a cool temperate maritime climate, with mild summers and cold, wet winters. Rain can arrive at short notice in any month, so layers and a waterproof jacket are sensible. The city centre is compact and walkable, and nearby cameras on this site cover the Craigmillar area and towns to the west along the Forth, if you want to compare views.
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About this camera
What is the weather in Edinburgh now?
The current conditions and a 3-day forecast for Edinburgh are shown in the live weather block on this page, updated automatically.
What time is it in Edinburgh right now?
The local time for Edinburgh is displayed on this page above the live view, so you can check it before you watch.
Where exactly is this camera?
The camera looks out over the Firth of Forth near Edinburgh. Its position is shown on the map on this page, with nearby cameras listed below it.
When is the best time to watch the Firth of Forth?
Early morning and late afternoon often give the most interesting light on the water. Weather and tide change the view, so checking the live stream at different times helps.
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