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Southampton ferry crossing to Cowes, Isle of Wight
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Southampton ferry crossing to Cowes, Isle of Wight

Southampton - Ferry Cam - Southampton to Cowes Isle of Wight Red Funnel

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Hampshire ยท United Kingdom โ€” Altitude 5 m

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This live camera looks at the Southampton waterfront where Red Funnel ferries cross the Solent to Cowes on the Isle of Wight. It is a useful way to see whether the crossing is busy and what the water looks like before you travel. The page also shows local time and the weather for Southampton.

About Southampton and the Solent

Southampton is a port city on the north coast of the Solent, the strait that separates mainland Hampshire from the Isle of Wight. It has been a working harbour for centuries and remains one of the busiest container and cruise ports in the United Kingdom. The Itchen and Test rivers meet at the city, and the broad, sheltered water between the mainland and the island makes it a natural base for ferries, yachts and commercial shipping alike.

What the camera follows

The stream is titled after the ferry crossing, so expect vessels moving between Southampton and Cowes as the main subject. Ferries run throughout the day and are easiest to follow in daylight. Tidal conditions and wind on the Solent change how the water looks from one hour to the next, so the view can feel quite different in the morning compared with late afternoon.

Practical notes and nearby views

Southampton has a temperate maritime climate, with mild winters and summers that are rarely very hot. Spring and early autumn are pleasant for a crossing. If you want more maritime views, the nearby Ocean Terminal camera covers the 46 Berth area, while the Hamble-le-Rice and Hamble River cameras show the estuary and boats further up the coast.

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Source: Solent Ships

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About this camera

What is the weather in Southampton now?

The current conditions and a three-day forecast for Southampton are shown in the weather block on this page. They update with the page, so check there before planning a crossing.

What time is it in Southampton right now?

The local time for Southampton is shown on this page. It follows UK time, including daylight saving changes in spring and autumn.

Where exactly is this ferry camera?

The camera is on the Southampton side of the Solent, overlooking the ferry route to Cowes on the Isle of Wight. The map on this page shows its position on the coast.

When is the best time to watch the ferries?

Daylight hours are the easiest for following ferry movements, and the view is clearest on calm, clear days. Check the live stream at the time you plan to travel.

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