Tomorrow's Weather Ottawa: Blowing Snow, Bitter Cold Winds
Ottawa Mar 17, 2026: Prepare for a cold, windy day with blowing snow and chilly temperatures throughout.
Tomorrow's forecast:
Morning: Blowing Snow, Bitter Cold with Strong Winds
Today started with cold temperatures and strong winds, but tomorrow morning intensifies with blowing snow and temperatures near -6°C, feeling as cold as -15°C. Winds will be fierce, gusting up to 59 km/h, creating challenging conditions and reduced visibility.
Activities Recommendations for the morning of Mar 17, 2026:
Commute: Allow extra travel time as blowing snow and strong winds may reduce visibility and road conditions.
Dog Walks & Errands: Dress warmly and limit outdoor activities to brief periods due to harsh wind chill.
Outdoor Photography: Capture the dramatic snowy scenes early before conditions potentially worsen.
Temperatures dropping to a low of -7°C with feels-like temperatures as low as -16°C
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Afternoon: Cloudy, Cold, and Windy with Persistent Chill
The afternoon remains cold and cloudy with temperatures dropping to around -7°C and wind chills making it feel closer to -16°C. Winds will ease slightly but remain strong with gusts up to 53 km/h, maintaining a raw and brisk atmosphere.
Activities Recommendations for the afternoon of Mar 17, 2026:
Indoor Activities: Ideal time to visit museums or enjoy indoor sports to stay warm and entertained.
Maple Syrup Festivals: Dress in layers to enjoy outdoor festivities despite the cold and wind.
Shopping & Errands: Plan quick trips as the wind chill can be biting during extended outdoor exposure.
Evening: Cloudy, Cold with Light Winds and Lingering Chill
Evening temperatures will fall further to around -10°C, feeling like -17°C with lighter winds easing to 18 km/h. Cloud cover will persist, keeping the night cold but slightly calmer than earlier in the day.
Activities Recommendations for the evening of Mar 17, 2026:
Indoor Entertainment: Perfect time for family magic shows or indoor skating to avoid the cold.
Evening Walks: If venturing out, wear insulated clothing as temperatures drop significantly.
Relaxation: Cozy indoor settings are recommended to stay comfortable and warm.
Wind speeds remain consistently high, reaching up to 39 km/h with gusts up to 59 km/h
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Packing preparations for tomorrow:
Heavy winter coat and insulated layers to combat bitter cold
Windproof accessories such as hats, gloves, and scarves to protect against strong gusts
Waterproof boots for walking through blowing snow
Sunglasses to reduce glare from snow
Face mask or balaclava to shield skin from wind chill
Portable hand warmers for extra warmth during outdoor activities
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