Rain in the forecast for Ottawa today

The National Capital Commissions recreational dock at Dow’s Lake in Ottawa. (CTV News Ottawa)

Ottawa will receive some relief from the hot temperatures today, but you will want to bring the rain jacket or umbrella as you head out the door.

Environment Canada’s forecast calls for showers to begin this afternoon. There is a risk of a thunderstorm. High 27 C with the humidex making it feel like 34.

Showers will end this evening, then it will be cloudy with a 40 per cent chance of showers. Low 19 C.

Friday will see a mix of sun and cloud. High 27 C.

Saturday will be sunny. High 27 C.

The outlook for Sunday calls for sunshine. High 28 C.

Monday will be cloudy with a 30 per cent chance of showers. High 30 C.

The normal temperatures for this time of year is a high of 27 C and a low of 16 C.

Temperature in the 30s

Wednesday was the fourth day in July the temperature hit 30 C.

The temperature warmed up to 31.5 C on Wednesday, with the humidex making it feel like 39.

The temperature hit 30 C 11 times in July 2025.

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