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Ottawa in June
What June is really like in Ottawa: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: R Prazeres, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
June is one of the best months to visit Ottawa. Expect average highs of 24°C (75°F), lows of 13°C (55°F), about 12 rainy days and roughly 15.6 hours of daylight. Warm and green, with patios open and the Changing of the Guard on Parliament Hill starting late in the month.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 24°C (75°F) / 13°C (55°F)
- Rainy days
- About 12
- Daylight
- About 15.6 hours
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in June
June is the 3rd-warmest month in Ottawa: days average 24°C (75°F) against a yearly average high of 11°C (52°F), and nights fall to about 13°C (55°F). Rain falls on roughly 12 of its 30 days. Compared with May (19°C (66°F)), June is warmer; by July highs climb to around 27°C (81°F).
- Sunrise (15 June)
- About 05:13
- Sunset (15 June)
- About 20:53
- Daylight
- About 15.6 hours
Summer (June–August). Warm, humid days, patios, Canada Day and music festivals, with the Changing of the Guard on Parliament Hill; the busiest season.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, June rates 4 for crowds (the peak is July at 5) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in July). Book accommodation early: June is one of the pricier months.
Events in June
- Ottawa Jazz Festival (usually late June)
- Changing of the Guard on Parliament Hill begins (usually late June)
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in June
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Historic site · Carp
Diefenbunker
About 35 km west of downtown, this four-storey underground Cold War bunker was built to shelter the Canadian government in a nuclear war.
- Time needed
- 2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- History
- Rainy day
- Off the beaten path
Landmark · Downtown and Parliament Hill
Parliament Hill
Choose the West Block tour to see the temporary House of Commons chamber built inside the building's glass-roofed former courtyard.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours with a tour
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- History
- Architecture
- Free
Waterfront · Downtown and Parliament Hill
Rideau Canal and the Ottawa Locks
Opened in 1832 and listed by UNESCO, the 202 km canal still runs from Ottawa to Kingston.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- History
- Free
- Outdoors
- Photo spot
Experience · Rideau Canal
Rideau Canal Skateway
Check the National Capital Commission's ice status before you plan around it; the best conditions are usually from mid-January to mid-February.
- Time needed
- 1–3 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- Active
- Kids
- Couples
What to pack
For highs near 24°C, lows near 13°C and 12 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is June a good time to visit Ottawa?
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Questions travellers ask
+Is June a good time to visit Ottawa?
It is one of the best months to visit Ottawa. Warm and green, with patios open and the Changing of the Guard on Parliament Hill starting late in the month.
+How warm is Ottawa in June?
Average highs are around 24°C (75°F) and lows around 13°C (55°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Ottawa in June?
Expect rain on about 12 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.