Possible thunderstorm, heavy rainfall for Montreal

Environment Canada issued a special weather statement for the Montreal area about possible thunderstorms and heavy rain on Wednesday.

“Heavy rainfall possible and thunderstorms today,” reads the statement. “Heavy rain could cause local flash flooding and may affect structures, roads and buildings already weakened by last week’s events. Please stay alert in case of heavy rain. Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada.”

The forecast for the day, a high of 29, but feeling like 36 with the humidex.

Clear skies expected Thursday with a high of 29. Humidity levels will reach 37 degrees.

Mix of sun and clouds on Friday, with a high of 28 and a 60 per cent chance of showers.

Rain returns for Saturday and Sunday, with highs of 21 and 24 degrees.

Cloudy with a 40 per cent chance for wet weather again on Monday and temperatures below average for this time of year, a high of 22 possible.

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