Weather on February 29 in Ottawa
Historical weather data for February 29 in Ottawa, Canada
Avg High-4°C (24°F)
Avg Low-13°C (8°F)
Warmest20042°C
Coldest1980-19°C
Based on 14 years of data from OTTAWA CDA
About This Date
February 29th in Ottawa, Canada typically brings very cold winter weather, with average highs around -4°C and lows near -13°C. Over 14 years of records, the warmest February 29th was in 2004 (2°C average), while the coldest was 1980 (-19°C) — a 38°F range across recorded history. Precipitation has occurred on 50% of recorded February 29th dates, with snow falling 43% of the time (heaviest snowfall: 2.2").
Planning for February 29th in Ottawa? Bundle up with warm layers and protect extremities from the cold. Consider bringing rain gear or an umbrella. Check road conditions if traveling, as snow is possible.
Year by Year History
| Year | High | Low | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -7°C (20°F) | -13°C (9°F) | 0" |
| 2020 | -9°C (16°F) | -16°C (3°F) | 0" |
| 2016 | 2°C (35°F) | -8°C (17°F) | 0" |
| 2012 | -2°C (28°F) | -14°C (6°F) | 0.23" |
| 2008 | -9°C (15°F) | -27°C (-16°F) | 0.09" |
| 2004 | 7°C (44°F) | -2°C (28°F) | 0" |
| 2000 | 4°C (40°F) | -4°C (25°F) | 0" |
| 1996 | -7°C (19°F) | -17°C (2°F) | 0" |
| 1992 | -14°C (6°F) | -22°C (-7°F) | 0.56" |
| 1988 | 0°C (32°F) | -5°C (23°F) | 0.26" |
| 1984 | -7°C (20°F) | -12°C (11°F) | 0.48" |
| 1980 | -16°C (3°F) | -22°C (-8°F) | 0" |
| 1976 | 1°C (33°F) | -18°C (-1°F) | 0.46" |
| 1972 | -2°C (28°F) | -7°C (19°F) | 1.55" |