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Porthmadog

πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Gwynedd Β· United Kingdom β€” Altitude 6 m

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This live camera looks out over Porthmadog, a harbour town on the Glaslyn estuary in Gwynedd, North Wales. The title gives no fixed scene, so the stream is best treated as a window on the town and its surroundings. Check it to see current conditions before you travel.

A town on the Glaslyn estuary

Porthmadog grew up around its harbour on the edge of Tremadog Bay, where the Glaslyn river meets the sea. It was once a busy slate-shipping port, and that history still shapes the streets and the working waterfront. Snowdonia rises directly to the north, so the town sits between mountains and open coast, a combination that gives the light and weather a quick-changing character.

What to watch and when

Because the camera title names only the town, you may see streets, rooftops, the harbour area or distant hills, depending on the view. Coastal Wales often brings fast-moving clouds, showers and clear spells within the same hour, so the stream is especially worth checking in the morning and late afternoon, when the low sun lights the estuary. Check the local weather block on this page for current conditions.

Climate and getting around

The area has a mild, wet maritime climate, with cool summers and relatively mild winters. Late spring and early autumn are often the most pleasant times to visit, with fewer crowds and calmer weather. Nearby, the cameras listed on this page show Snowdonia, the colourful village of Portmeirion and the coast at Criccieth, which together give a good sense of the wider area.

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About this camera

What is the weather in Porthmadog now?

The live weather block on this page shows current conditions in Porthmadog together with a 3-day forecast, so you can check whether the view is clear before watching the stream.

What time is it in Porthmadog?

The local time block on this page shows the current time in Porthmadog, which follows UK time, including daylight saving changes.

Where exactly is the Porthmadog camera?

The camera is in Porthmadog in the Gwynedd region of North Wales, close to the Glaslyn estuary. The map on this page shows its exact position.

When is the best time to watch the Porthmadog webcam?

Early morning and late afternoon are often the most interesting, when low sunlight brings out detail on the water and hills. Weather changes quickly here, so clear spells are worth waiting for.

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