Spring (March–May): Average -32–58°F, the climate gradually warms, but early spring can still be chilly, with occasional rainfall. Snow is possible in March. April brings warmer weather and blooming flowers, while May offers pleasant temperatures. Common activities: flower viewing, outdoor walks, cycling. Suggested clothing: layers, including warm base layers, a light jacket, and comfortable shoes.
Summer (June–August): Average 65–71°F, warm and humid climate with frequent rainfall, especially in August. Common activities: boating, picnics, hiking. Suggested clothing: light and breathable clothing, rain gear.
Autumn (September–November): Average 61–37°F, temperatures gradually decrease, the weather is dry and comfortable, with occasional rainfall. The vibrant fall foliage is a highlight of autumn. Common activities: leaf peeping, outdoor activities such as hiking. Suggested clothing: warm jacket, comfortable long pants and shoes.
Winter (December–February): Average -8.5–-36.9°F, cold climate with frequent snow and ice, low temperatures require adequate warmth. Common activities: skiing, ice skating, indoor activities. Suggested clothing: heavy warm clothing, including a down jacket, warm hat, gloves and scarf, waterproof and snow-proof shoes.
Ottawa climatological average
Annual average temperature: approx. 46.4°F / Annual rainfall: approx. 956 mm / Summer humidity: 65%–75% / Rainiest month: August
Ottawa monthly average temperature and precipitation
Month
Air temperature (°F)
Precipitation (mm)
January
16.7°F
59.7
February
19.9°F
44.1
March
31.8°F
54.8
April
44.6°F
100.9
May
58.6°F
76.9
June
65.8°F
112.6
July
71.1°F
109.5
August
67.6°F
142.5
September
61.3°F
54.1
October
50.2°F
57.5
November
37.2°F
51.2
December
27.1°F
92.4
Ottawa weather for the next seven days
10/10
Friday
Sunny
58.1°F/32.9°F
10/11
Saturday
Overcast
62.2°F/47.4°F
10/12
Sunday
Sunny
64°F/43°F
10/13
Monday
Patchy rain nearby
50.4°F/48.3°F
10/14
Tuesday
Patchy rain nearby
59.3°F/47.9°F
10/15
Wednesday
Cloudy
50.2°F/38.5°F
10/16
Thursday
Sunny
51.8°F/35.4°F
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