When is the best time to go to Ottawa?

When is the best time to go to Ottawa? Here's some information to help you in your decision:

  • The best months for good weather in Ottawa are May, June, July, August and September
  • On average, the warmest months are July and August
  • The coldest months are January and February
  • The rainiest months are January, April, May, June, July, August, October and December


Annual weather in Ottawa

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Weather details in Ottawa month by month

To get all the information about the climate and weather in Ottawa for a specific month, click on the corresponding link below:

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Weather and climate in Ottawa

Ottawa enjoys a warm-summer humid continental climate (without dry season) in accordance with the Köppen-Geiger classification. The yearly average maximum temperature in Ottawa is 52°F (ranging from 23°F in january to 79°F in july). Annual rainfall is 62.3in, with a minimum of 4.1in in november and a maximum of 6in in october.
  • From january to april the climate is very bad. the thermometer goes up to 50°F°C and it rains about 5.9in each month.
  • Between the months of may and september the climate is favorable. By early evening, the temperature averages 61°F and you can expect to have 4.6in of rainfall/month during this period.
  • In the month of october the climate is not good. The temperature rises to 56°F and it rains about 28% of the time in october.
  • Between the months of november and december the climate is very unfavorable. By early evening, the temperature averages 25°F and you can expect to have 5.3in of rainfall/month during this period.

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Charts: temperature and rainfall in Ottawa

In the charts below, you can see the following seasonal norms for the city of Ottawa: the minimum and maximum outdoor temperature, the risk and amount of monthly rainfall, daily average sunshine, and relative humidity for each month of the year.

Outside temperature

Precipitation (rainfall)

Daily sunshine hours

Humidity


Peak visitor numbers and tourist seasons in Ottawa

Find out when Ottawa has its high tourist season (the period when the influx of tourists is highest) and off-peak tourist season using our data and figures.

Tourist seasons in Ottawa

  • Very low season in Ottawa
    The months with the lowest number of tourists are: January, April and November.
  • Low season in Ottawa
    The months with low numbers of tourists are: February, March and December.
  • High season in Ottawa
    The number of visitors to Ottawa is high in: May, June, September and October.
  • Peak season in Ottawa
    The largest number of tourists visiting Ottawa is during: July and August.

Figure: Visitor index for Ottawa month by month



Best time for low prices in Ottawa

Average prices of hotels in Ottawa month by month

Generally, February is the month with the lowest hotel prices in Ottawa. So this is a great time to save on your holiday! In contrast, June is statistically the most expensive month of the year for hotels.

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Average price for flights to Ottawa

A return flight between London and Ottawa is generally cheaper if you go in february ($ 593 on average): this is the best time for travellers on a tight budget. In contrast, you may end up paying $ 363 more for your airline ticket to Ottawa if you go in august.

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Average price of hiring a car in Ottawa

On average, it costs $ 100 per day to hire a car in Ottawa. This price varies by $ 78 depending on the month. In november, hiring a car costs an average of $ 74 per 24 hours, so this is the best time to save money! In contrast, the average price in july is $ 152.

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