Spring/Fall

Early spring can be quite cool in Ottawa, with daytime temperatures in March and April near or below 10°C. May brings a noticeable warmup, with daytime temperatures averaging near 20°C, which sparks an outburst of spring flowers, especially tulips.

Autumn is a beautiful and invigorating time in Ottawa. Early September usually brings the first chill, when evening temperatures drop below 10°C. At the end of the month, trees begin to change to vibrant shades of red, yellow and orange. The colours usually peak in early October.

What to pack:

• Warm clothing that can be layered during the day
• Light waterproof rain coat
• Warm coat for the evenings

Summer

In the Summer months (June, July, August) Ottawa experiences warm, humid summers.With high temperatures in the range of 24°C to 30°C.

What to pack:

• Short sleeved shirts & shorts for the daytime
• Light sweaters, and pants for the evening
• Light waterproof rain coat or windbreaker

Winter

In the Winter months (December, January, February) Ottawa can experience cold, snowy winters with temperature typically in the range of -2°C to -15°C. Ottawa normally receives between 45cm to 60cm of snowfall during each of these winter months.

What to pack:

• Warm/Heavy coat
• Waterproof boots/shoes
• Gloves, scarf and warm hat