Severe thunderstorm warning for Ottawa ends after ominous clouds pass over city
CTV
Hot and humid weather brought a hefty downpour to the Ottawa area, with a massive shelf cloud looming overhead.
Hot and humid weather brought a hefty downpour to the Ottawa area, with a massive shelf cloud looming overhead.
A severe thunderstorm warning that was issued just before 4:30 p.m. ended just after 6:30 p.m. During those two hours, there were short bursts of heavy rain and dark clouds over the city.
The temperature hit 28.7 C on Monday, the warmest temperature recorded in Ottawa so far in 2024. Tuesday saw a high of 23.1 before the rain moved in.
Environment Canada's forecast calls for a mainly cloudy day on Tuesday with a 70 per cent chance of showers. There is a risk of a thunderstorm. High 27 C, with the temperature making it feel like 32.
Mainly cloudy tonight with a 60 per cent chance of showers this evening. Low 16 C.
