August 23 is generally a great time to visit Ottawa. While there is a slight chance of rain (25%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 24°C weather. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Ottawa right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Ottawa
Currency
CAD
$ Canadian dollar
Language
English
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Driving
Right side
Connect
The area codes for Ottawa are613and the ...
Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.389
Ottawa Weather Forecast for August 23
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 24.2°C. 25% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Ottawa in August
Based on historical data for August 23, Ottawa typically experiences temperatures between 15.7°C and 24.2°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (25% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Ottawa
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
24.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
15.7°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
24.9°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
25%
Avg 2.1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
56%
Overcast
Pressure
1015.4 hPa
Medium volatility
Ottawa Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 97% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 18:00
Type I-II
🔴 21 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 32 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 53 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
19.5°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Canada
Flight Traffic
High
98/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~173
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Ottawa
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:14
☀️ Noon
12:06
🌇 Sunset
18:59
⏱️ Daylight
13h 44m
Wind Speed
13.6 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
9.6 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
75%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Ottawa
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is acceptable. Sensitive individuals should limit prolonged outdoor exertion.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Ottawa on August 23 averages 24.2°C with a 25% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 97/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Ottawa Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
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August 25
24.2°C • 19% rain
Score
99
August 16
25.2°C • 23% rain
Score
98
August 26
24.2°C • 23% rain
Score
98
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📍 Is Ottawa Worth Visiting on August 23?
Planning a trip to Ottawa on August 23? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 24.2°C with a 25% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 173 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 6 vaccinations are recommended for Canada, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest August 23 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 28.3°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to 13.1°C in 2016.