Warm week ahead

After the storm - a ring of clearing appears after a Saturday afternoon thunderstorm in LaSalle, Quebec. (ValleyWX pic - PJ)

A warm and humid week is on tap for southern Quebec and Ontario. Some of that very hot and humid air over most of the eastern and central US will begin to lift north into our region. Temperatures will start the week in the upper 20's but warm to the low 30's by Wednesday with humidex values approaching 40C. There will be some clouds, showers and thunderstorms as well, starting as early as this afternoon. The rain will not be widespread but more isolated in nature in response to daytime heating and a few weak fronts. Drink plenty of water and keep the sunscreen handy this week. While we are not expecting any severe weather today, as with any thunderstorm, lightning is a real danger so move indoors at the first sound of thunder. Have a great holiday Monday.