Live River Webcams
What river webcams show
River webcams show flowing water, riverbanks, bridges and the boats on the water. Some look along a wide river through a city, others watch a mountain stream, a weir or a gauging station where the water level is measured.
The picture is a simple way to follow a river's mood. After heavy rain or snowmelt the water rises, turns brown and carries branches downstream; in a dry summer sandbanks appear and the current slows. Anglers check the colour of the water, paddlers check the flow, and people living nearby keep an eye on the level during floods.
Winter brings the biggest changes on northern rivers: ice forming along the banks, a frozen surface, and the spring break-up when floes drift downstream. Summer evenings are the busiest time on city rivers, with tourist boats on the water and people on the embankments. At night the lights of bridges and riverside buildings are reflected in the water, which makes even a dark frame worth a look.
