November weather forecast
Ottawa, Canada

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A view of The Parliament Hill from the Ottawa River in Ottawa, Canada
A view of The Parliament Hill from the Ottawa River in Ottawa, Canada

Weather in November

November in Ottawa is a clear transition to the cold, cloudy winter days. The daylight hours significantly shrink, and the illumination of the sun becomes less frequent. Despite the plunge in temperatures and the city covering itself in a light blanket of snow, Ottawa doesn't lose its charm. The city turns into a winter wonderland, inviting locals and tourists to enjoy the early snow.

Temperature

Ottawa's November weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a cool 12.2°C (54°F) in October to a wintry 4.6°C (40.3°F). An average low-temperature of -2°C (28.4°F) is noted in Ottawa, Canada, during the month of November.

Humidity

In Ottawa, the average relative humidity in November is 81%.

Rainfall

In Ottawa, Canada, in November, during 11.3 rainfall days, 56mm (2.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149.6 rainfall days, and 772mm (30.39") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Ottawa, during November, snow falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 107mm (4.21") of snow. Throughout the year, in Ottawa, there are 83.3 snowfall days, and 1135mm (44.69") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In November, the average length of the day is 9h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EDT. On the last day of November, in Ottawa, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.
Note: On Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from EDT to EST. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 09. March 2025, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EST to EDT.

Sunshine

In November, the average sunshine in Ottawa is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Ottawa. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in November transforms into the following instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Ottawa in November?

An average high-temperature, in November, in Ottawa, is 4.6°C (40.3°F) and the average low-temperature is -2°C (28.4°F).

What is the average humidity in November in Ottawa?

The average relative humidity in November in Ottawa, Canada, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in November in Ottawa?

In Ottawa, during November, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 56mm (2.2") of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in November in Ottawa?

In Ottawa, during November, snow falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 107mm (4.21") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in November in Ottawa?

In Ottawa, the average day length in November is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in November in Ottawa?

In November, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:49 pm EDT. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) end in November in Ottawa?

On Sunday, 03. November 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time ends in Ottawa, and the time zone changes from EDT to EST. The next DST starts on Sunday, 09. March 2025, at 2:00 am.

How many hours of sunshine does Ottawa have in November?

In November, the average sunshine duration in Ottawa is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ottawa?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in November in Ottawa?

In Ottawa, the average daily maximum UV index in November is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in November
Ottawa, Canada

Average temperature in November - Ottawa, Canada
  • Average high temperature in November: 4.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (25.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-6.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in November: -2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (14.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-14.5°C).

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Average pressure in November
Ottawa, Canada

Average pressure in November - Ottawa, Canada
  • Average pressure in November: 1017.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1012.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in November
Ottawa, Canada

Average wind speed in November - Ottawa, Canada
  • Average wind speed in November: 13km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (14km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.8km/h).

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Average humidity in November
Ottawa, Canada

Average humidity in November - Ottawa, Canada
  • Average humidity in November: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (77%).

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Average rainfall in November
Ottawa, Canada

Average rainfall in November - Ottawa, Canada
  • Average rainfall in November: 56mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (78mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (54mm).

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Average rainfall days in November
Ottawa, Canada

Average rainfall days in November - Ottawa, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in November: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

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Average snowfall in November
Ottawa, Canada

Average snowfall in November - Ottawa, Canada
  • Average snowfall in November: 107mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (321mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in November
Ottawa, Canada

Average snowfall days in November - Ottawa, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in November: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in November /
Average sunshine in November
Ottawa, Canada

Average daylight in November / Average sunshine in November - Ottawa, Canada
  • Average daylight in November: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in November: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in November
Ottawa, Canada

Average sunshine days in November - Ottawa, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in November: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in November
Ottawa, Canada

Average UV index in November - Ottawa, Canada
  • Average UV index in November: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in November
Ottawa, Canada

Average cloud cover in November - Ottawa, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in November: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in November
Ottawa, Canada

Average visibility in November - Ottawa, Canada
  • Average visibility in November: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and October (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (7km).

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