Best Time to Visit Ottawa
Best time: Jul, Jun, Aug, May.
Jul is warmest (27.4°C high); Jun is rainiest (89 mm).
Ottawa weather by month
| Month | High °C | Low °C | Rain mm | Sun hrs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | -5.9 | -15.5 | 59 | 2.4 |
| Feb | -3.8 | -14.1 | 56 | 3.9 |
| Mar | 2.4 | -7.6 | 64 | 5.6 |
| Apr | 10.9 | 0.4 | 68 | 7.3 |
| May | 19.4 | 7.5 | 81 | 8.7 |
| Jun | 24.6 | 12.8 | 89 | 9.5 |
| Jul | 27.4 | 15.5 | 88 | 9.4 |
| Aug | 26 | 14.5 | 89 | 8.1 |
| Sep | 20.8 | 10 | 86 | 6 |
| Oct | 13.4 | 3.8 | 79 | 3.7 |
| Nov | 5.7 | -1.7 | 83 | 2.1 |
| Dec | -2.3 | -10.6 | 77 | 1.8 |
Average high temperature
Best months by activity
Overall: JulJunAugMay
Beaches: JulAug
Hiking: MayJunAugSep
Sightseeing: JulJunMayAug
Ottawa quick facts
What to pack
Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Nov, Dec): warm layers and a coat.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Ottawa?
Jul, Jun, Aug, May.
What is the rainiest month?
Jun, about 89 mm.
What is the warmest month?
Jul, with average highs of 27.4°C.
Where to stay
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Climate data: Open-Meteo Historical (ERA5), 1991–2020 climate normals.
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