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Victoria

🇨🇦 British Columbia · Canada — Altitude 12 m

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This live camera looks out over Victoria, the capital of British Columbia on southern Vancouver Island. It is useful for getting a feel for the city's coastal light and day-to-day conditions before you travel or while you are following the region from afar.

About the city

Victoria sits at the southern tip of Vancouver Island, facing the Juan de Fuca Strait and the Olympic Mountains of Washington State across the water. The city is known for its harbour, its historic waterfront, its gardens and its mild climate, which is among the gentlest in Canada. The streets have a relaxed, seaside character, and many visitors arrive by ferry from Vancouver or the United States.

What the camera shows

The camera is run by Swans Hotel and is a live player embedded here with a link to its source. Because the page is based on the camera's title and location, the exact view is best judged by watching it directly. Depending on the angle, you may see harbour traffic, the waterfront, and changing skies over the strait. Mornings and late afternoons often bring the clearest light, while overcast days are common in the cooler months.

Planning a visit

Victoria has a mild, wet winter and dry, warm summers, so late spring through early autumn is the most popular time to visit. Downtown is compact and easy to explore on foot. Nearby cameras on this page cover Oak Bay, Colwood and the San Juan Islands across the water, which can help you compare conditions along the coast.

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What is the weather in Victoria right now?

The current conditions and a three-day forecast are shown in the live weather block on this page. They update automatically, so you can check them before you head out.

What time is it in Victoria?

The local time for Victoria is displayed on this page and updates live. Victoria follows Pacific time, so it may differ from your own time zone.

Where exactly is this camera?

The camera is in Victoria, British Columbia, at about 48.43 degrees north and 123.37 degrees west. The map on this page shows its position on the southern tip of Vancouver Island.

When is the best time to watch the Victoria webcam?

Clear days and the hours around sunrise and sunset tend to give the best light on the water. Winter views are often grey, so check the live weather block before you watch.

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