
Ottawa to see the ‘hottest conditions' of this heat wave today, with a high of 33 C
A heat warning remains in effect for Ottawa and eastern Ontario, with the hot and humid conditions expected to continue through Tuesday.
'The hottest conditions are expected today,' Environment Canada said in a statement. 'Daytime high temperatures are expected to lower on Wednesday, bringing an end to the heat event.'
The forecast calls for a high of 33 C, the 10th day with temperatures above 30 C in Ottawa in July. The temperature warmed up to 31.2 C on Monday and 30.4 C on Sunday.
The record for hottest July 28 is 35 C, set back in 1949.
Environment Canada says it will be sunny to start today, then becoming a mix of sun and cloud this afternoon. High 33 C.
A few clouds tonight. Low 21 C.
Tuesday will see sunshine. High 31 C with the humidex making it feel like 37.
Wednesday will be cloudy with a 40 per cent chance of showers. High 26 C.
The outlook for Thursday calls for sunshine. High 24 C.
Friday will be sunny. High 24 C.
The normal temperatures for this time of year are a high of 26 C and a low of 16 C.
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