July 5 is generally a great time to visit Ottawa. While there is a slight chance of rain (24%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 26°C weather. Ottawa is currently in its most popular travel window, meaning vibrant crowds and premium pricing.
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Essential Travel Info for Ottawa
Currency
CAD
$ Canadian dollar
Language
English
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Driving
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.389
Ottawa Weather Forecast for July 5
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 26.2°C. 24% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Ottawa in July
Based on historical data for July 5, Ottawa typically experiences temperatures between 16.2°C and 26.2°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (24% 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
26.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
16.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
27.1°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
24%
Avg 1.5mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
53%
Overcast
Pressure
1013.3 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 80% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
04:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 16 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 24 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 40 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
20.3°C
Humid/Sticky
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
100/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~177
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Ottawa
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
04:21
☀️ Noon
12:08
🌇 Sunset
19:55
⏱️ Daylight
15h 33m
Wind Speed
14.6 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
11.7 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
70%
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 July 5 averages 26.2°C with a 24% 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
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Ottawa Worth Visiting on July 5?
Planning a trip to Ottawa on July 5? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 26.2°C with a 24% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 177 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 July 5 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 33.2°C in 2018, while the coldest dropped to 12.7°C in 2017.