Wet Monday clears to sunshine Tuesday, unsettled weather returns by midweek

(Source: Sharon R)

A wet start to the week in southwestern Ontario is expected to give way to clearer skies and more seasonable temperatures, though the brief reprieve won’t last long as unsettled conditions linger into midweek.

Environment Canada’s forecast calls for periods of rain to end Monday morning, followed by mainly cloudy conditions and a 30 per cent chance of showers. The daytime high is forecast to reach 23 C, with a humidex of 25.

By Monday night, conditions will improve significantly, with clear skies and winds easing as the evening progresses. The overnight low is expected to dip to 10 C, bringing noticeably cooler air into the region.

Tuesday is shaping up to be the sunniest day of the week, with mainly clear skies throughout the day. Temperatures are expected to reach 23 C, with a humidex of 25. The UV index will climb to 8, considered very high.

The fair weather is not expected to last, by Wednesday, cloud cover will return, along with a 30 per cent chance of showers. The daytime high will be slightly lower at 22 C. Showers become more likely Wednesday night, with a 40 per cent chance of precipitation and a low of 13 C.