Heat warning in effect for Windsor-Essex, Chatham-Kent

Kids beat the heat on a splashpad in south Windsor, Ont., on June 7, 2019. (Melanie Borrelli / CTV Windsor)

A heat warning is in effect for Windsor-Essex and Chatham-Kent.

The heat is expected to move in Monday, with maximum temperatures reaching the low 30s, according to Environment Canada.

Minimum temperatures are expected to be in the range of 18 and 21 degrees Celsius. The humidex could reach the low 40s.

Environment Canada reminds everyone that heat can affect everyone’s health, especially those who are vulnerable, like seniors, children and pregnant people.

You are reminded to drink lots of water, even before you feel thirsty.

Never leave anyone or any pets inside a parked vehicle.

Cooler temperatures are expected on Tuesday.

Here’s a look at the forecast:

Monday: A mix of sun and cloud with 30 per cent chance of showers and risk of a thunderstorm. Fog patches dissipating this morning. High 32. Humidex 41. UV index 8 or very high.

Monday night: Partly cloudy with a 30 per cent chance of showers and a risk of thunderstorms. Low 22.

Tuesday: Mainly cloudy with 60 per cent chance of showers and risk of a thunderstorm. Wind becoming northeast 30 km/h near noon then becoming south 30 gusting to 50. High 32. Humidex 43.

Wednesday: A mix of sun and cloud with 30 per cent chance of showers. High 30.

Thursday: A mix of sun and cloud. High 28.