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Feels like 40: Montreal heat warning with thunderstorm watches

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LATEST UPDATE: Severe thunderstorms expected in Montreal region today

As anyone who's been outside of an air-conditioned room has noticed, it is very hot in and around Montreal.

Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) issued a heat warning as humidex values of 40 degrees Celsius will continue on the island of Montreal, in Laval, and other areas.

"Tuesday, the humidity and the feeling of discomfort will remain present with humidex values between 35 and 38; a cold front will bring back seasonal temperatures on Wednesday," Environment Canada writes in its warning.

There is a risk of thunderstorms in Montreal on Tuesday.

Heat warnings are in place for:

  • Metro Montréal - Laval
  • Lachute - Saint-Jérôme
  • Lanaudière
  • Richelieu Valley - Saint-Hyacinthe
  • Vaudreuil - Soulanges - Huntingdon

Severe thunderstorm watches are in effect for:

  • Metro Montréal - Laval
  • Beauce
  • Drummondville - Bois-Francs
  • Eastern Townships
  • Lanaudière
  • Mauricie
  • Montmagny - L'Islet
  • Québec
  • Richelieu Valley - Saint-Hyacinthe
  • Vaudreuil - Soulanges - Huntingdon

The temperature is forecast to drop to around 22 degrees on Wednesday.

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