September 29 is generally a great time to visit Ottawa. While there is a slight chance of rain (25%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 18°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 September 29
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 18.4°C. 25% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Ottawa in September
Based on historical data for September 29, Ottawa typically experiences temperatures between 10.3°C and 18.4°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants 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
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
18.4°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
10.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
18.4°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
25%
Avg 2.2mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
60%
Overcast
Pressure
1017 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 86% 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
🔴 32 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 48 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 80 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
14.3°C
Pleasant
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
99/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~175
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Ottawa
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:59
☀️ Noon
11:54
🌇 Sunset
17:49
⏱️ Daylight
11h 49m
Wind Speed
14.6 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
7.9 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
77%
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
💰💰💰 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 September 29 averages 18.4°C with a 25% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 94/100."
— 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
September 22
20.2°C • 23% rain
Score
97
September 23
20.1°C • 25% rain
Score
97
September 24
19.6°C • 27% rain
Score
96
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Ottawa Worth Visiting on September 29?
Planning a trip to Ottawa on September 29? 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 18.4°C with a 25% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 175 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 September 29 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 24.3°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to 7.1°C in 2022.