Originally Posted By: mlord
Peachy. Keep in mind it normally starts cooling off here by late September, and the leaves are normally all down by mid October.

Mid-October can have snow, too, though it's generally rare. Halloween costumes are generally purchased large enough to fit over a parka. smile

If you're the outdoors type, Gatineau Park is well worth the visit while you're in Ottawa. It's even better if you can scrounge up a mountain bike. I sure miss having trails like that within riding distance. frown