March 4 is generally a great time to visit Ottawa. While there is a slight chance of rain (23%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable -1°C weather. It's a great middle-ground for visiting Ottawa—enough activity to feel the pulse, but no overwhelming lines.
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Essential Travel Info for Ottawa
Currency
CAD
$ Canadian dollar
Language
English
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Driving
Right side
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.389
Ottawa Weather Forecast for March 4
"Cold & Crisp. Expect average highs of -0.6°C. 23% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Ottawa in March
Based on historical data for March 4, Ottawa typically experiences temperatures between -10.3°C and -0.6°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (23% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Ottawa
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
-0.6°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
-10.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
-5.6°C
🥶 Slightly colder
Snow Chance
23%
Avg 1.6mm if it snows
Snowfall
1.3 cm
~23% chance
Pressure
1016.6 hPa
High volatility
Ottawa Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
❓ Expect variable conditions. Have flexible plans and pack for multiple weather scenarios.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 36 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 54 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 90 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
-5°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😣 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Canada
Flight Traffic
Moderate
48/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~85
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Ottawa
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:37
☀️ Noon
12:15
🌇 Sunset
17:54
⏱️ Daylight
11h 17m
Wind Speed
17.3 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
6.8 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
72%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Ottawa
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
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 March 4 averages -0.6°C with a 23% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 2/100."
— 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
Consider these dates within ±7 days
March 11
2.3°C • 25% rain
Score
17
March 10
2°C • 25% rain
Score
16
March 9
1.8°C • 29% rain
Score
14
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Ottawa Worth Visiting on March 4?
Planning a trip to Ottawa on March 4? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging -0.6°C with a 23% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 85 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 March 4 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 13.6°C in 2024, while the coldest dropped to -22.8°C in 2016.