Tomorrow's Weather Ottawa: Chilly Clouds, Light Winds Persist

Ottawa Nov 17, 2025: Expect a cool, cloudy day with light winds and a chance of evening flurries to plan your outdoor activities.

Tomorrow's forecast:

Morning: Chilly Clouds with Brisk Winds and Feels Like -8°C

    The morning starts off cold and cloudy with temperatures near -2°C, feeling like -8°C due to steady winds around 25 km/h and gusts up to 38 km/h. A slight chance of precipitation exists but no significant snow or rain is expected, setting a brisk tone for the start of the day.

Activities Recommendations for the morning of Nov 17, 2025:

  • Dog Walks & Errands: Dress warmly for brisk winds during morning pet walks or errands.

  • Commute: Prepare for light winds that may cause a chill during your morning commute.

  • Outdoor Yoga or Stretching: Cool and cloudy conditions provide a calm atmosphere for morning exercises.

Temperatures remain cold, ranging from -2°C early morning to a max of 1°C by afternoon

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Afternoon: Overcast Skies with Mild Temperature Rise and Persistent Winds

    Cloudy skies continue into the afternoon with temperatures rising slightly to around 1°C but feeling closer to -5°C due to persistent winds at 24 km/h and gusts up to 38 km/h. The chance of light precipitation remains low, maintaining a cool and blustery afternoon.

Activities Recommendations for the afternoon of Nov 17, 2025:

  • Hiking: Ideal for a brisk hike in Gatineau Park with layered clothing to combat the wind chill.

  • Visiting Markets: Enjoy the festive atmosphere at local markets while staying warm against the cool breeze.

  • Outdoor Dining: Consider outdoor dining with warm attire to stay comfortable in the chilly air.

Evening: Cloudy with Light Flurries and Cooling Winds

    Evening brings continued cloud cover with temperatures dropping to around -1°C, feeling like -7°C. Winds ease slightly to 21 km/h with gusts up to 33 km/h. There is a 30% chance of light snow flurries, adding a wintry touch to the night.

Activities Recommendations for the evening of Nov 17, 2025:

  • Evening Walks: Dress in warm layers to enjoy a peaceful walk despite the light flurries.

  • Holiday Events: Perfect weather for attending festive markets and outdoor holiday events with appropriate winter wear.

  • Indoor Relaxation: A cozy evening indoors is ideal if you prefer to avoid the chilly, windy conditions.

Consistent light wind speeds around 24-26 km/h with gusts up to 39 km/h throughout the day

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Packing preparations for tomorrow:

  • Warm layers and windproof jacket to combat chilly temperatures and gusty winds

  • Hat, gloves, and scarf for added warmth during outdoor activities

  • Waterproof footwear in case of light snow flurries

  • Light umbrella or rain gear as a precaution for possible precipitation

  • Sunglasses for occasional bright breaks despite overall cloudiness

  • Hydration bottle to stay refreshed during outdoor excursions

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