Hanover, Ontario, is in for a stretch of hot weather this week, with Environment Canada forecasting daytime highs climbing to 28°C and humidity making it feel even warmer. The UV index is expected to be very high, so residents are urged to take sun safety steps. After a chance of thunderstorms on Tuesday, the hot temperatures persist through Thursday, though clouds and shower chances return.
Monday will be sunny with a high of 27°C, feeling like 29°C with the humidex. The UV index is rated 9, which is very high, meaning people should wear sunscreen, sunglasses, and limit their time in the sun between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. At the Mount Forest weather station, the nearest one to Hanover, the temperature hit 23°C by early afternoon, with humidity at 50 per cent and light winds.
Tuesday brings a change, with cloudy skies and a 30 per cent chance of showers in the morning, then showers developing in the afternoon. There is a risk of a thunderstorm in the morning and afternoon, and the humidex could reach 35°C. The Weather Network warns that Ontario is dealing with a dual threat of extreme heat and thunderstorms this week, with the storm risk starting Tuesday afternoon in southwestern Ontario and spreading eastward.
The hot pattern continues through Thursday, with highs around 28°C, though Wednesday and Thursday bring cloudier skies and a chance of showers. These temperatures are well above the normal June highs of 21°C for the area. No weather alerts are in place for Hanover right now, but residents should keep an eye on the forecast as conditions can change quickly.
