Montreal under severe thunderstorm watch
Posted August 15, 2024 1:19 pm.
Last Updated August 15, 2024 1:20 pm.
Environment Canada issued a special weather warning again on Thursday for possible severe thunderstorm watch.
This comes after heavy rain and thunder struck the Montreal area late Wednesday afternoon as well.
“Heavy rainfall possible in isolated thunderstorms again today,” reads the statement. “Conditions are also favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms capable of producing strong wind gusts and large hail. Heavy rain could cause local flash flooding and may affect structures, roads and buildings already weakened by last week’s events. Please remain vigilant in the event of heavy rain. Strong wind gusts can toss loose objects, damage fewer sturdy buildings and break tree limbs. Large hail can damage property and cause injury.”
The forecast for the day includes a high of 30 with a low of 20. Humidity levels will reach 37 degrees.
On Friday, sunny skies with a 30 per cent chance of showers in the afternoon. A high of 30, a low of 22 and the humidex with reach 37 degrees.
Cloudy on Saturday, with rain at night. A high of 29 and a low of 20.
Similar weather on Sunday with showers, a high of 24 and a low of 20 degrees.
More rain on Monday with a high of 22 and a low of 14.
Mixed weather on Tuesday with cloudy skies and 60 per cent chance of showers. A high of 20 degrees.
