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Ottawa weather in August (Ontario, Canada)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Ottawa during August? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

Expect perfect weather in Ottawa during August, which means high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August is part of summer. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 26°C. At night, it falls to around 14°C.

Precipitation

Ottawa in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 94 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 11 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 251 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a prime time to visit Ottawa. May, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Ottawa climate page with graphs.

 

Ottawa, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 14°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 94 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 54%  
SunshineSunshine 251 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 57%  

Where to go in Canada in August

Find out more about the weather in Canada and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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