Ottawa Weather: Rain will return to Ottawa this evening and tomorrow

Wet weather will return to Ottawa after a streak of sunshine and higher-than-average temperatures last week.

Environment Canada says there is a 40 per cent chance of precipitation this evening, with heavier amounts expected around midnight. Local quantity 5 mm.

Wednesday will be rainy, with thunderstorms possible in the afternoon. Local rainfall from 10 to 20 mm.

There is a 60% chance of rain on Wednesday evening.

Rainfall is expected to ease on Thursday, with a 40% chance of showers early in the morning and clearing in the evening.

Temperatures are expected to stay in the low 20s.

The weekend forecast shows sunny skies and above-seasonal temperatures.