Gambo, Newfoundland and Labrador Weather
Gambo, Newfoundland and Labrador — live current conditions, hourly and 7-day forecasts, ECCC alerts, aviation weather, radar and satellite imagery, marine and fishing conditions with a solunar forecast for Gambo in Bonavista North.
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About Gambo, Newfoundland and Labrador
Gambo is a town in Bonavista North, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada. It has a population of approximately 1,816. Gambo is located at 48.7971°N, 54.2125°W. It observes Newfoundland Time (UTC−3:30 / −2:30). Postal code area: A1V.
Gambo occupies a distinctive position along the Atlantic coast, nestled firmly within the geological rise of the Gambo Ridge. It lies 17.5 km north-west of Glovertown, NL (from Glovertown, NL: bearing 312°T), and is situated 3.4 km north-north-east of Gambo South. The landscape carries the sharp, clean scent of salt air mixed with the resinous breath of coniferous woods, a sensory signature of the region that defines the local atmosphere. Here, the earth feels solid and ancient, rising in quiet strength to meet the horizon where the sky and the cold northern water engage in a constant, shifting dialogue of grey and blue. As the light fades at dusk, the terrain takes on a muted, silvered quality, highlighting the rugged contours of the ridge that shelter the inhabitants from the harsher gusts blowing off the open ocean. The history of Gambo is rooted in the practical demands of survival, drawing its early vitality from the bounty of the woods and the sea. Economic life has historically relied on the harvest of the forest and the persistent labor associated with the coastal environment, fostering a population that values self-reliance and steady, deliberate work. Even as modern industry evolves, the echoes of traditional resourcefulness persist in the daily operations of local enterprises. The residents move through their day with a focused intensity, mirrored by the way the wind presses against the houses, reminding everyone that the economy here remains beholden to the character of the natural surroundings. Cultural life in Gambo centers on a deep familiarity with the immediate land, where the presence of the Terra Nova River, flowing some 21 km away, serves as a quiet landmark for those who traverse the backcountry. Residents often look toward the broader expanse of the region, including the distant boundaries of Terra Nova National Park of Canada, located about 36 km away, as part of their shared sense of place. While the pace of life remains grounded in the practicalities of the coast, the spirit of the people is marked by a quiet hospitality and a dry, sharp wit that cuts through the silence of the long winters. Gambo hosts gatherings that celebrate this distinct identity, ensuring that the legacy of those who settled this rocky shore remains present in the stories shared over kitchen tables and in the enduring pride of the local population.
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NOAA GOES-19 GEOCOLOR — Canada / Northern U.S. sector. Auto-refreshes every 10 minutes on page reload. Frames the whole country from Newfoundland to the BC coast, plus adjacent Pacific and Atlantic storm approaches.
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| Location | Gambo, Bonavista North, Newfoundland and Labrador |
| Coordinates | 48.79708°N, 54.212511°W |
| Timezone | Newfoundland Time (UTC−3:30 / −2:30) |
| Postal FSA | A1V |
| Area Code | 709, 879 |
| Page generated | July 2026 |
| Weather data | Open-Meteo (open-source), Environment and Climate Change Canada |
About This Gambo, Newfoundland and Labrador Weather Page
This page provides live weather conditions and forecasts for Gambo, Newfoundland and Labrador, including current conditions, a 24-hour hourly forecast, 7-day outlook, ECCC extended text forecast, real-time aviation weather (live METAR and TAF reports from the nearest reporting airport, with a modelled estimate shown when no station is in range), precipitation radar and NOAA GOES satellite imagery. Additional sections may include marine and fishing conditions with a solunar forecast for coastal localities, and soil temperature, crop weather and live Water Survey of Canada river gauge data for agricultural areas near a monitored waterway. All data updates automatically on every page visit.
Location data for Gambo includes coordinates 48.797080°N, 54.212511°W, situated in Bonavista North. Postal FSA: A1V. Telephone area code: 709, 879. Timezone: Newfoundland Time (UTC−3:30 / −2:30).
Weather data is sourced from Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) and the open-source Open-Meteo API. Aviation data is sourced from aviationweather.gov, with a modelled estimate used where no nearby reporting station is available. River and stream data is sourced from Water Survey of Canada (WSC) via the ECCC GeoMet realtime hydrometric feed. Marine and solunar data are modelled from Open-Meteo and public sunrise/moon calculations and should be treated as a general guide alongside on-the-water conditions. Radar is provided by RainViewer. Satellite imagery is sourced from NOAA/NESDIS GOES-19 and is public domain.