Best time to visit Canada

Q: When is the best time to visit Canada?

The best time to visit Canada (Ottawa) is July based on the following average weather conditions. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which is the hottest month in Canada?

The hottest time of year in Ottawa, Canada is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 26°C with low heat and humidity.

Q: Which month has the most rain in Canada?

In terms of rainfall, July is usually the wettest month in Ottawa, Canada with 88mm on average. There are normally 11 days in July with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in Canada?

The sunniest time of year in Ottawa, Canada is normally July with bright sunshine on average for 59% of daylight hours; that's 9 hours of sunshine per day.

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Below are the temperatures expected today at popular countries, regions and places in Canada. Select a destination to compare today's forecast with average weather conditions.

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Baker Lake, Nunavut
Banff, Alberta
Bathurst, New Brunswick
Berens River, Manitoba
Blanc-Sablon, Quebec
Calgary, Alberta
Campbell River, British Columbia
Cape Dorset, Nunavut
Cape Enrage, New Brunswick
Cartwright, Newfoundland & Labrador
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island
Chibougamau, Quebec
Churchill, Manitoba
Cranbrook, British Columbia
Dauphin, Manitoba
Dawson, Yukon Territory
Edmonton, Alberta
Flin Flon, Manitoba
Fort McMurray, Alberta
Fort Nelson, British Columbia
Fort Simpson, Northwest Territories
Fort St. John, British Columbia
Fort Vermilion, Alberta
Fredericton, New Brunswick
Gander, Newfoundland & Labrador
Gaspe, Quebec
Grande Prairie, Alberta
Halifax, Nova Scotia
Hamilton, Ontario
Inuvik, Northwest Territories
Iqaluit, Nunavut
Jasper, Alberta
Kamloops, British Columbia
Kangiqsujuaq, Quebec
Kenora, Ontario
Kingston, Ontario
Kugluktuk, Nunavut
Kuujuag, Quebec
La Ronge, Saskatchewan
Lake Louise, Alberta
Medicine Hat, Alberta
Mont Tremblant, Quebec
Montreal, Quebec
Moosonee, Ontario
Natashquan, Quebec
Niagara Falls, Ontario
Norman Wells, Northwest Territories
North Bay, Ontario
Old Crow, Yukon Territory
Ottawa, Ontario
Pangnirtung, Nunavut
Parlee Beach, New Brunswick
Peawanuk, Ontario
Penticton, British Columbia
Pond Inlet, Nunavut
Port Hardy, British Columbia
Prince George, British Columbia
Prince Rupert, British Columbia
Quebec City, Quebec
Rae Lakes, Northwest Territories
Rainbow Lake, Alberta
Regina, Saskatchewan
Repulse Bay, Nunavut
Resolute, Nunavut
Sandspit, British Columbia
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
Sept-Iles, Quebec
Smithers, British Columbia
St Anthony, Newfoundland & Labrador
St John, New Brunswick
St John's, Newfoundland & Labrador
Stephenville, Newfoundland & Labrador
Stony Rapids, Saskatchewan
Sudbury, Ontario
Summerside, Prince Edward Island
Swift Current, Saskatchewan
Sydney, Nova Scotia
Thompson, Manitoba
Thunder Bay, Ontario
Timmins, Ontario
Tofino, British Columbia
Toronto, Ontario
Val-dor, Quebec
Vancouver, British Columbia
Victoria, British Columbia
Wabush, Newfoundland & Labrador
Waskaganish, Quebec
Watson Lake, Yukon Territory
Whistler, British Columbia
Whitehorse, Yukon Territory
Windsor, Ontario
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Yarmouth, Nova Scotia
Yellowknife, Northwest Territories

When is the best time to visit Canada?

The best time to visit Canada (Ottawa) is July based on the following average weather conditions.

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Which is the hottest month in Canada?

The hottest time of year in Ottawa, Canada is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 26°C with low heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Canada?

In terms of rainfall, July is usually the wettest month in Ottawa, Canada with 88mm on average. There are normally 11 days in July with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Canada?

The sunniest time of year in Ottawa, Canada is normally July with bright sunshine on average for 59% of daylight hours; that's 9 hours of sunshine per day.

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The weather guide for Canada (Ottawa) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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Canada travel guide - essential info

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Canada - quick facts
Flight time^✝	7 to 13.5 hours
Time difference	UK -3.5 to -8 hours
Language(s)	English, French
Currency	Canadian Dollar
Electricity	A + B plug (120V)
Driving side	Right
Visa^✝	Yes

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UK traveller advice for Canada - UK FCDO
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US travel advisories for Canada - US Department of State
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Note: UK FCDO - UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

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Vaccines & medicines for Canada - CDC
Health & vaccinations for Canada - TravelHealthPro, NaTHNac
How to stay safe & healthy in Canada - Fit for Travel, Public Health Scotland

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Note: CDC - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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Which is the hottest month in Ottawa?

The hottest time of year in Ottawa is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 26°C with low heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Ottawa?

In terms of rainfall, July is usually the wettest month in Ottawa with 88mm on average. There are normally 11 days in July with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Ottawa?

The sunniest time of year in Ottawa is normally July with bright sunshine on average for 59% of daylight hours; that's 9 hours of sunshine per day.

What is the flight time to Canada from the UK?

The flight time to Canada from the UK is typically 7 to 13.5 hours.

What is the time difference between Canada and the UK?

The time difference between Canada and the UK is UK time-3.5 to UK time-8 hours.

What is the main language spoken in Canada?

The main languages spoken in Canada are English and French.

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What is the currency in Canada?

The currency in Canada is the Canadian Dollar (CAD).

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Which plugs are used in Canada?

Canada uses electrical plug type A + B (120 Volts).

Which side of the road do they drive on in Canada?

They drive on the right side of the road in Canada.

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Do you need a visa for Canada?

Yes, UK passport holders do need a visa to enter Canada.

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