Tomorrow's Weather Ottawa: Cold with Light Winds, Cloudy Skies

Tomorrow's forecast:

Morning: Cold and Cloudy with Brisk Winds

    The morning starts off cold at around -7°C, feeling like -14°C due to brisk winds gusting up to 30 km/h. Cloudy skies dominate with a slight chance of light precipitation, but no significant snow or rain is expected. The air quality remains good, setting a crisp and fresh tone for the start of the day.

Activities Recommendations for the morning of Jan 18, 2026:

• Dog Walks & Errands: Bundle up for brisk morning walks with your pet or quick errands in the chilly air.

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

• Outdoor Winter Sports: Ideal conditions for skating or skiing with minimal precipitation and steady winds.

Temperatures remain cold, ranging from -7°C early morning to a max of -4°C by afternoon.

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Afternoon: Mildly Warmer but Still Cloudy and Breezy

    Temperatures rise slightly to around -4°C in the afternoon with continued cloudy skies. Winds ease a bit but remain noticeable at 13 km/h with gusts up to 27 km/h. The chance of precipitation decreases, keeping the afternoon dry and suitable for outdoor winter activities.

Activities Recommendations for the afternoon of Jan 18, 2026:

• Outdoor Activities: Great time for cross-country skiing or snowshoeing with mild temperatures and light winds.

• Cultural Events: Enjoy indoor events like the Winter Comiccon or art exhibitions to stay warm and entertained.

• Hockey Games: Perfect weather for attending hockey matches without weather disruptions.

Evening: Cooling Down with Cloudy Skies and Light Winds

    Evening temperatures drop back to around -10°C with cloudy skies persisting. Winds calm down to 9 km/h but gusts can reach 17 km/h. There is a slight chance of flurries that will taper off early overnight, leading to partly cloudy conditions later.

Activities Recommendations for the evening of Jan 18, 2026:

• Evening Walks: Dress warmly for a chilly but calm evening stroll.

• Indoor Gatherings: Ideal time to enjoy indoor social or cultural events as temperatures drop.

• Winter Sports Wrap-up: Wind conditions ease, making it comfortable to finish up outdoor activities.

Consistent light wind speeds around 18-23 km/h with gusts up to 35 km/h throughout the day.

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Packing preparations for tomorrow:

• Warm insulated jacket and layers to combat cold temperatures

• Hat, gloves, and scarf to protect against wind chill

• Sturdy winter boots for icy or snowy surfaces

• Light waterproof gear in case of light flurries

• Sunglasses for low UV protection during daylight

• Hydration bottle to stay refreshed during outdoor activities

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