Ottawa weather in July (Ontario, Canada)

What can you expect from the weather in Ottawa during July? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In July, Ottawa typically experiences high temperatures and high rainfall. July is a summer month. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 27°C, while night temperatures can drop to 15°C. Typically, it's the hottest month of the year. Make sure to come prepared with breezy outfits. Whether you're out exploring or just lounging, being prepared can make your experience in this warm month much more enjoyable.

Ottawa in July usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 102 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 11 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 280 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm May, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Ottawa, monthly averages in July

Min Temperature 15°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 38%  

Precipitation 102 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 53%  

Sunshine 280 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 59%  

Where to go in Canada in July

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 Ottawa in July?

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 in July.

Swimming

9/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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