A rare double waterspout forms over the water off the coast of Capri

On November 8, 2026, two waterspouts formed at once off the Italian island of Capri, stretching across the famous Faraglioni rocks. The phenomenon was captured on video; according to euronews, waterspouts over the Mediterranean Sea in late summer and autumn are a common occurrence, but a double column is a rarity.

Aziz KarimovFirst published on tafs uz 8 November 2026 at 21:201 min read

The key facts

A double waterspout formed off Capri on November 8, 2026
Two columns stretched across the Faraglioni rocks
Waterspouts over the Mediterranean are common in late summer and autumn

Double waterspout off Capri

On Saturday, November 8, 2026, a rare double waterspout formed over the Italian island of Capri: two swirling columns emerged from heavy clouds and stretched across the famous Faraglioni rocks, creating a spectacular natural display. This was reported by euronews, which published footage of the phenomenon.

Why it happens and who it affects

Waterspouts occur relatively often over the Mediterranean Sea in late summer and autumn, when colder air moves over warmer water; what is rare is that two columns formed at once. Capri is one of Italy's most popular tourist destinations, receiving an estimated three million visitors a year, and the Faraglioni are one of the island's main attractions. Meanwhile, in winter many tourist businesses close, and during this season the island is left mostly to its residents: the report does not mention any injuries or damage caused by the phenomenon.