October 17 is generally a great time to visit Ottawa. While there is a slight chance of rain (25%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 13°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
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Language
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Safety
Very High Safety
GPI: 1.389
Ottawa Weather Forecast for October 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 12.9°C. 25% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Ottawa in October
Based on historical data for October 17, Ottawa typically experiences temperatures between 5.8°C and 12.9°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (25% 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
12.9°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
5.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
12.2°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
25%
Avg 2.2mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
69%
Overcast
Pressure
1013.1 hPa
High volatility
Ottawa Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 95% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 73 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 110 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 183 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
8.6°C
Dry air
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
89/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~157
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Ottawa
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:22
☀️ Noon
11:49
🌇 Sunset
17:16
⏱️ Daylight
10h 53m
Wind Speed
17.6 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
5.9 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
🟡 Busy
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 October 17 averages 12.9°C with a 25% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 80/100."
— 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
October 14
14.5°C • 27% rain
Score
88
October 10
15.2°C • 23% rain
Score
84
October 11
15.2°C • 25% rain
Score
83
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Ottawa Worth Visiting on October 17?
Planning a trip to Ottawa on October 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 12.9°C with a 25% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 157 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 October 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 15.1°C in 2017, while the coldest dropped to 1.2°C in 2018.