Tomorrow's Weather Ottawa: Freezing Rain & Strong Winds

Tomorrow's forecast:

Morning: Freezing Rain Begins, Bitter Cold with Strong Winds

    The morning starts off with cloudy skies and a biting cold temperature near -4°C, feeling much colder at -12°C due to strong winds gusting up to 54 km/h. Freezing rain is expected to begin early, creating slippery conditions and a challenging start to the day.

Activities Recommendations for the morning of Mar 12, 2026:

• Commute: Exercise extreme caution during morning travel as roads and walkways will be icy and slick.

• Dog Walks & Errands: Limit outdoor activities to essential trips to avoid hazardous footing.

• Outdoor Photography: Capture the dramatic icy scenes early before conditions worsen.

Temperatures dropping to a low of -4°C with feels-like temperatures as low as -12°C

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Afternoon: Persistent Freezing Rain, Windy and Chilly

    Cloudy skies continue with temperatures rising slightly to around -1°C but still feeling like -7°C. Winds remain strong at 29 km/h with gusts near 48 km/h. Freezing rain persists, increasing ice accumulation and maintaining slippery surfaces throughout the afternoon.

Activities Recommendations for the afternoon of Mar 12, 2026:

• Indoor Activities: Ideal time to enjoy indoor events like the Ottawa Valley Farm Show or the International Film Festival.

• Shopping & Errands: If venturing out, dress warmly and prepare for icy sidewalks and roads.

• Hiking & Birdwatching: Not recommended due to hazardous icy conditions.

Evening: Freezing Rain Tapers, Winds Ease, Still Chilly

    The evening sees a slight drop in temperature back to -4°C with a feels-like near -10°C. Winds ease to lighter speeds around 18 km/h. Freezing rain tapers off but residual ice remains, keeping conditions slick and cold.

Activities Recommendations for the evening of Mar 12, 2026:

• Outdoor Dining: Not advisable due to cold and icy conditions.

• Stargazing: Possible if skies clear, but dress warmly and be cautious on icy paths.

• Relax Indoors: Perfect time to enjoy performances at the National Arts Centre or a cozy evening at home.

Windy conditions with speeds up to 36 km/h and gusts reaching 54 km/h throughout the day

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Packing preparations for tomorrow:

• • Warm insulated layers and waterproof outerwear to combat freezing rain and cold temperatures

• • Sturdy, slip-resistant footwear to navigate icy sidewalks and roads safely

• • Umbrella or rain gear designed for freezing rain conditions

• • Gloves, hats, and scarves to protect against biting winds and cold feels-like temperatures

• • Emergency kit for vehicles including ice scrapers and blankets

• • Flashlight and extra batteries in case of power outages

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