What to know
- Toronto remains under an extreme heat warning as daytime highs reach the mid-30s with humidex values in the 40s.
- Environment Canada is forecasting thunderstorms beginning Friday morning and continuing into the evening and late night.
- The wet weather could disrupt outdoor events, including the FIFA Fan Festival at Fort York and activities at The Bentway.
- Cooler, drier weather is expected to arrive Sunday, with temperatures dropping into the mid-20s and remaining there into next week.
After a week of extreme heat and humidity, Torontonians will now have to contend with rain as thunderstorms are forecast throughout Friday.
Toronto remains under an extreme heat warning on Friday, and in addition to finding ways to stay cool, residents will also need to prepare for wet weather due to a risk of thunderstorms expected throughout the day.
According to Environment Canada, thunderstorms are expected to begin Friday morning and continue through the afternoon, evening, and into the late-night hours.
The unsettled weather is expected to affect outdoor plans and events across the city, including the FIFA Fan Festival at Fort York and The Bentway.
The heat wave will also continue, with daytime highs expected to reach the mid-30s and humidex values climbing into the 40s.
Looking ahead to the weekend, drier conditions are expected as temperatures gradually begin to cool.
Saturday will remain hot, with temperatures in the low 30s and humidex values in the low 40s. Relief is expected to arrive on Sunday, when daytime highs will drop into the mid-20s.
The cooler weather is forecast to continue into next week, with daytime highs remaining in the mid-20s.
The timing could make for a challenging end to one of Toronto’s busiest weeks of the summer.
The city continues to welcome thousands of FIFA World Cup fans for matches, Fan Festival events and celebrations, while Canada Day festivities and other outdoor attractions have drawn large crowds.
Anyone planning to spend extended time outside on Friday is encouraged to monitor the forecast, stay hydrated and have an indoor backup plan in case thunderstorms develop.
