Ottawa to see temperatures hover around 20 C, risk of rain over next several days

A cyclist makes their way along the Rideau Canal pathway near Lansdowne Park in Ottawa on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. (Brad Quinn/CTV News Ottawa)

You will want to keep the umbrella handy as you head out in Ottawa as there is a risk of rain over the next several days.

Environment Canada’s forecast calls for a mainly cloudy day on Thursday with a 30 per cent chance of showers. High 20 C.

It will be partly cloudy tonight with a 30 per cent chance of evening showers. Low 11 C.

Friday will be cloudy to start the day. Showers are expected to begin in the afternoon. High 19 C.

Saturday will see a mix of sun and cloud with a 30 per cent chance of showers. High 19 C.

The outlook for Sunday calls for mainly cloudy with a 40 per cent chance of showers. High 20 C.

A mix of sun and cloud is expected on Monday with a 30 per cent chance of showers. High 20 C.

The normal temperatures for this time of year are a high of 22 C and a low of 11 C.

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