Hot, humid weather in the forecast for Toronto this week

Cyclists ride past the skyline in Toronto on June 26, 2012.

While the official arrival of summer is still days away, Toronto is getting a head start on the hot and humid weather as sweltering temperatures kick off the work week.

Environment Canada is calling for a mix of sun and cloud and a high of 25 C on Monday, feeling closer to 29 when factoring in the humidity.

Tuesday will bring even warmer weather with a high of 27 C, feeling like 34.

A high of 25 C is expected in Toronto on Wednesday with showers possible throughout the day.

Thursday and Friday will see a slightly cooler daytime high of 23 C on each day respectively and rain is possible on Thursday.

Another warm-up is in the forecast next weekend. Saturday will see a high of 26 C and the mercury will rise to 30 C on Sunday, according to the national weather agency.