Ottawa will see cooler-than-normal temperatures for the next 3 days
Ottawa will experience cooler-than-normal temperatures for the next three days, with heavy rain expected on Friday.
After Ottawa saw temperatures of 35 C Monday, 34 C on Tuesday and 28 C on Wednesday, Environment Canada is calling for a high of 22 C today, 20 C on Friday and 21 C on Saturday.
The normal temperatures for this time of year are a high of 25 C and a low of 15 C.
The forecast calls for a mainly cloudy day with a 30 per cent chance of showers this afternoon. High 22 C.
Partly cloudy tonight with a 30 per cent chance of showers. Low 14 C.
Friday will see showers beginning near noon, with the risk of an afternoon thunderstorm. Environment Canada says some areas could see 10-15 mm of rain. High 20 C.
Saturday will be partly cloudy with a 40 per cent chance of showers. High 21 C.
The outlook for Sunday calls for a mix of sun and cloud. High 27 C.
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