Ottawa will break a 78-year-old temperature record

Canada's capital is experiencing an unusually warm fall that could bring a new temperature record as early as today. Environment Canada's weather service forecasts that the thermometer will climb to 30°C, and with humidity factored in, it will feel like 33°C.

The current record for October 6th was set way back in 1946 at 27.2°C. If the forecasts prove accurate, this nearly 80-year-old record will be beaten by several degrees.

Yesterday already made history

The day before, Ottawa recorded a temperature of 29.9°C, setting an absolute record for October 5th. The previous record dated back to 2003, when thermometers hit 27.5°C.

Today's weather will treat residents of the capital to mostly clear skies and a high of up to 30°C. Tonight expects clear weather with temperatures dropping to 17°C.

Changes mid-week

On Tuesday, weather conditions will change dramatically. Rain will fall in the morning, stopping after noon, but clouds will remain with a 40 percent chance of precipitation. Rainfall amounts could reach 10 to 20 millimeters, and the high temperature won't exceed 24°C, dropping to 18°C by evening.

Wednesday will bring back sunny weather, but temperatures will be significantly lower — only 13°C. Thursday will also feature clear skies with similar temperature readings.

End of week forecast

Friday expects partly cloudy skies with a high of 16°C. Saturday may bring rain with a 40 percent chance, with temperatures rising to 17°C.

It's worth noting that normal temperature ranges for early October in Ottawa are a high of 14°C during the day and a low of 5°C at night, which is significantly below the current unusual readings.