Mix of rain and smoke expected in Ottawa on Saturday

Rain falls on Carp Road in Carp on Thursday, July 9. (Peter Szperling/CTV News Ottawa)

Environment Canada says Ottawa is due for a rainy and smoky Saturday, and the air quality index may reach high risk levels again.

According to the weather forecast for the capital, showers are expected to begin around 8 a.m. and continue until around 10 p.m. Throughout the day, there is also a risk of thunderstorms.

Environment Canada say local smoke is expected to arrive late this morning and will remain into the evening. The air quality index may reach as high as 7.

• Hourly and 7-day forecast on our CTVNewsOttawa.ca weather hub

Sunday is expected to be a clear and sunny day with a high of 23 C.

Monday will also be sunny with a temperature high of 25 and a chance of showers in the evening.

Tuesday, expect showers and 23 C.

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