Showers continue but heat subsides in the capital on Sunday

Cloudy skies overtake Ottawa on a spring day. June 14, 2026. (CTV News Ottawa)

It’s been a stretch of hot, humid and rainy weather in Ottawa, and while it looks like residents will get a break from the heat, relief from the rain still seems a few days away.

After a string of days with temperatures hovering around 30 C, Environment Canada’s weather forecast predicts only a high of 19 C on Sunday.

Showers bringing up to 30 millimetres of rain are expected throughout the day and evening, and there is a risk of thunderstorms.

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On Monday, there’s a chance of showers and the temperature will reach a high of 20 C.

Tuesday should bring relief from the rain as Environment Canada predicts a cloudy day with a high of 21 C.

Wednesday, expect a mix of sun and cloud and a high of 25 C.

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