Ottawa Weather November
Now, about that snow - Ottawa usually gets around 30 cm (12 in) of the white stuff in November, which is just enough to make everything look magical but not so much that you'll be shoveling your way out of your house for hours. Although, if you're from a warmer climate, you might still be shocked by the amount of snow and cold temperatures - just remember, Canadians are made of snow (or so we like to think)!
One of the best things about Ottawa in November is the Rideau Canal, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that freezes over in the winter and becomes the world's largest naturally frozen ice skating rink - talk about a fun way to get some exercise! And if you're feeling adventurous, you can even try your hand at ice hockey or speed skating - just don't expect to be as good as the Canadians, we've been practicing since we were kids!
1st significant snowfall of the season happening Wednesday | CBC News
But it's not all about the sports, November in Ottawa is also a great time to enjoy the city's cultural events and festivals, like the Ottawa International Writers Festival or the Christmas Lights Across Canada campaign, which kicks off in late November and features over 300,000 lights and displays throughout the city. And let's not forget about the food - you can warm up with a delicious bowl of French-Canadian pea soup or try some BeaverTails pastries, a Canadian classic.