There should be plenty of sunshine in the capital on Wednesday. Environment Canada’s weather forecast for Ottawa calls for a few clouds but no rain on Wednesday, with a high of 26 C and a humidex of 29 in the afternoon. The UV index is 7, or high. The evening forecast includes only a few clouds and a low of 15 C. Thursday is looking cloudy with a 40 per cent chance of showers and the risk of a thunderstorm in the afternoon, with a high of 21 C. Friday’s outlook is partly cloudy with a 30 per cent chance of showers and a high of 24 C. A few clouds could dot the sky over the weekend, but the forecast is looking dry and hot, with highs approaching 30 C.