Best Time to Visit Ottawa for a City Trip | Weather by Month

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City Trips Potential

91/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Best Time

June, September, August

Avoid

January, February, March, July, November, December

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Weather

-10°C – 21°C

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Precipitation

Generally dry

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Planning a city trip to Ottawa?

The best time to visit Ottawa for a city trip is June, September, August, when you’ll get the best balance of weather, atmosphere, and activities. If you're planning your visit during this period, it’s worth exploring the best areas to stay and things to do in advance.

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City Trips conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Ottawa

Month	Climate Score	Predictability	Avg Temp	Max Temp	Rain (mm)	Rain Days	Humidity	Season
January	34Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	-10°	-6°	68	14.1	100%	shoulder
February	38Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	-9°	-4°	65	11.5	93%	shoulder
March	40Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	-3°	2°	70	11.3	79%	shoulder
April	40Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	6°	11°	73	11.4	63%	shoulder
May	84Excellent Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	13°	19°	85	12.4	65%	shoulder
June	91Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	18°	24°	86	12.1	68%	shoulder
July	84Excellent Mild temperatures. High rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	21°	26°	107	11.6	69%	shoulder
August	89Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	20°	25°	76	9.9	72%	shoulder
September	91Excellent Mild temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	15°	21°	86	11.5	76%	shoulder
October	49Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	8°	13°	95	12.6	78%	shoulder
November	36Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	1°	5°	79	12.9	84%	shoulder
December	33Poor Cool temperatures. Some rain conditions.	Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.	-6°	-2°	83	14.4	95%	shoulder