Heavy rain drenches southern Ontario
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Enjoying the rain relief from the heat
Andrea Stockton, staff writer
July 29, 2011 — Heavy rain is soaking parts of southern Ontario and the humidity is building back into the region.
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Rainfall amounts as of 2 p.m. EDT.
After a week of comfortable and less humid conditions, the sticky weather is building back into southern Ontario.
A warm and moist airmass that moved in from the U.S. prompted Environment Canada to issue a humidex advisory for the Windsor, Chatham- Kent area on Thursday with humidex values expected to reach or exceed 40.
Along with the heat, heavy rain has been soaking the area as well.
On Thursday, Harrow recorded over 80 mm of rain and 53 mm was reported at the Windsor Airport. Another wave of moisture on Friday brought an additional 14 mm of rain to the city of Windsor.
Cottage country was also inundated by rainfall. Barrie was drenched with 62 mm. Driving on Highway 400 was a challenge during the morning hours -- some motorists reported limited visibility on the major artery.
Callers to The Weather Network Stormline woke up to frequent lightning, rumbles of thunder and even power outages in some places.
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Lack of rain in Toronto this July
Although only a few millimetres of rain has fallen in the Greater Toronto Area, the wet conditions are just what most Torontonians have been hoping for.
The city has been completely moisture starved this July. As of July 27, less than 30 mm had accumulated at Toronto's Pearson International Airport. The area typically sees around 74 mm during the month of July.
“I'm thrilled it's raining, it's like liquid gold falling from the sky. All the farmers are happy and we're happy because our grass is turning green,” said one resident.
Another fan of the wet weather said, “The rain is desperately needed and I don't have to water my flowers for a change.”
At one point, city officials were actually urging residents to water trees in their neighbourhoods because of the hot and dry conditions.
For a closer look at the weather in your area, head to the August Long Weekend forecast. You can also tune into The Weather Network on TV for up-to-date coverage.
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