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Hampshire, United Kingdom β 7.6 km
Hamble-le-Rice - iland Cam1
π¬π§ Hampshire Β· United Kingdom β Altitude 1 m
This live camera looks out over Hamble-le-Rice, a small waterside village where the River Hamble meets Southampton Water. Watch it to get a sense of the Solent's changing light, boat traffic and tide conditions before you visit or simply to see the water in real time.
Hamble-le-Rice sits at the mouth of the River Hamble in Hampshire, on the south coast of England. The village grew around boatbuilding and sailing, and it remains one of the best-known yachting bases on the Solent. Its waterfront, moorings and quiet lanes give it a relaxed, maritime character that many visitors find appealing. The flat, open surroundings make the sky and water especially prominent.
The view is tied to the estuary, so the water level and tidal state will shape much of what you see. Depending on the view, you may spot yachts, small craft and ferries moving through the channel. Early mornings and late afternoons often bring softer light over the water, while calm, clear days tend to be the most rewarding. Strong winds and grey skies can make the scene more dramatic.
The Hampshire coast has a mild maritime climate, with cool winters, warm summers and a fair amount of cloud and wind year round. Late spring through early autumn is generally the most pleasant time to visit. Southampton is a short distance away and has the nearby Ocean Terminal and Ferry Cam, which offer a useful comparison of the wider Solent. The Hamble River camera and Lee-on-the-Solent are also close by.
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The current conditions and a 3-day forecast are shown in the live weather block on this page, updated automatically for Hamble-le-Rice.
The local time is displayed on this page and follows the UK clock, so it matches the time in the rest of Britain.
The camera is in Hamble-le-Rice in Hampshire, England, close to the mouth of the River Hamble. The map on this page shows its exact location on the Solent coast.
Daylight hours and calm, clear weather usually give the best view. Check the tide and wind to see how the water looks, since they change the scene most.
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