Geography of Ottawa
Geography of Ottawa: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Ottawa
Mont-Tremblant National Park is 90 mi to the north-east, Montreal-Trudeau International Airport is 95 mi to the east, Montreal is 103 mi to the east and Algonquin Provincial Park is 133 mi to the west.
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Coordinates: 45°25′17.4″N 75°41′49.9″W (45.4215, -75.6972)
Quick facts about Ottawa
| Type | City |
|---|---|
| State | Ontario |
| Country | Canada |
| Continent | North America |
| Coordinates | 45°25′17.4″N 75°41′49.9″W (45.4215, -75.6972) |
| Population | 1.020.000 |
| Known for | Parliament Hill and the Rideau Canal |
| Local time | 5:44 PM (UTC-04:00) |
| Best months | September |
| Climate | Subarctic |
Summary
Ottawa is a city in Ontario. Ottawa is known for Parliament Hill and the Rideau Canal. It has a population of about 1 million.
Right now it is 61°F (16°C) in Ottawa with overcast. It feels like 59°F. Today runs from 62°F to 74°F. Chance of precipitation is 96%. Sightseeing conditions score 7/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Ottawa is September. The climate is subarctic. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 80°F, while January is the coldest with lows near 9°F.
The closest major airport is Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL), about 95 mi away. Nearby highlights include Mont-Tremblant National Park, Algonquin Provincial Park, Franconia Notch State Park and Watkins Glen State Park.
In plain terms. Today is slightly cooler than average for August. The forecast high of 74°F is 3.4°F below the 77°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 10 AM to 1 PM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. fishing is the strongest bet in Ottawa today at 9/10. Wet roads are likely; braking distances roughly double in heavy rain.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Ottawa month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 23° | 9° | 2,4 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| February | 27° | 9° | 1,9 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| March | 40° | 22° | 3,1 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
| April | 52° | 34° | 5,0 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| May | 65° | 48° | 3,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| June | 76° | 59° | 5,4 in | ★★★★☆ |
| July | 80° | 64° | 4,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 77° | 61° | 4,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 72° | 55° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| October | 60° | 45° | 2,9 in | ★★★★☆ |
| November | 42° | 31° | 2,4 in | ★★★☆☆ |
| December | 29° | 17° | 3,5 in | ★★☆☆☆ |
Climate type: Subarctic. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Ottawa?
Ottawa is a city in Ontario. Its coordinates are 45.4215, -75.6972. It lies in North America.
What is the weather like in Ottawa right now?
It is currently 61°F (16°C) with overcast. Humidity is 85% and wind is 10 mph.
When is the best time to visit Ottawa?
September offer the most comfortable conditions in Ottawa, which has a subarctic climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Ottawa in?
Ottawa observes America/Toronto (UTC-04:00). The local time is 5:44 PM.
How many people live in Ottawa?
Ottawa has a population of approximately 1 million.
What is the nearest airport to Ottawa?
The closest airports are Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL), 95 mi away and Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ), 228 mi away.
What are the top things to do in Ottawa?
Popular options include Mont-Tremblant National Park, Algonquin Provincial Park, Franconia Notch State Park, Watkins Glen State Park, CN Tower and Letchworth State Park.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (cities-supported) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 24, 2026 at 5:44 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
