Sunshine and warm temperatures in Ottawa today, with rain expected heading into the weekend

The Pine Grove Trail in Ottawa on Tuesday. (Andrew Adlington/CTV News Ottawa)

It will finally feel like Spring in Ottawa, with temperatures set to warm up to above-seasonal today and heading into the final weekend of April.

Environment Canada’s forecast is calling for a mix of sun and cloud today. High 15 C.

A few clouds tonight. Low 0 C.

Thursday will be cloudy with a 30 per cent chance of showers late in the morning and early afternoon. High 17 C.

Friday will see mainly cloudy skies with a 30 per cent chance of showers. High 13 C.

The outlook for Saturday calls for showers and a high of 15 C.

Sunday will see a mix of sun and cloud with a 40 per cent chance of showers. High 18 C.

The normal temperatures for this time of year are a high of 14 C and a low of 3 C.

• Flood watch issued for Ottawa River between Pembroke, Britannia Beach

Rising water levels

Water levels and flows are “gradually increasing” along the Ottawa River, according to the Ottawa River Regulation Planning Board.

“Levels and flows will continue to increase over the next few days due to rain expected to start next Thursday and increased spring runoff,” the board said. “Minor flood levels may be exceeded in flood prone areas along the river between Lake Coulonge and Carillon starting Saturday.”

The minor flood level is defined as some streets, lawns and parks beginning to flood, but “no or few” houses and buildings affected, according to the board.

The Ministry of Natural Resources has issued a flood watch for the Ottawa River between Pembroke and Britannia Beach.