Ottawa is drying out today after a series of storms with heavy rain flooded roads across the city. Environment Canada says 23.5 mm of rain was recorded at the Ottawa Airport on Monday, with heavy rain reported around 3 p.m. and between 5 p.m. and 7 p.m. A severe thunderstorm watch and a severe thunderstorm warning were issued for Ottawa during the afternoon, while a tornado warning was briefly issued. Ottawa has already received 82.9 mm of rain in August. The forecast calls for a mix of sun and cloud today with a 40 per cent chance of afternoon showers. High 26 C with the humidex making it feel like 31. It will be partly cloudy tonight with a 40 per cent chance of showers this evening. Low 14 C. Wednesday will see a mix of sun and cloud with a 30 per cent chance of showers. There is a risk of a thunderstorm in the afternoon. High 26 C. A mix of sun and cloud is expected on Thursday with a 40 per cent chance of showers. High 26 C. The outlook for Friday calls for a mix of sun and cloud. High 24 C. Saturday will be sunny. High 25 C. The normal temperatures for this time of year are a high of 25 C and a low of 15 C.
