Ottawa Weather in October

October in Ottawa brings pleasant temperatures, with daytime highs of 20°C (68°F) and nights around 7°C (45°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 82 mm (3.2 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Ottawa in October

Historically, approximately 8 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 82 mm (3.2 in). When it rains this month, it tends to come down fairly heavily. Showers can be substantial even if they don't last all day.

Temperature in Ottawa in October

October is a excellent month in Ottawa, with 20°C (68°F) during the day and 7°C (45°F) at night. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With overnight lows of 7°C (45°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Ottawa in October

With approximately 212 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.