After a shaky start to the day, with thunderstorms and heavy rain overnight and into the early morning, temperatures have once again climbed into the high 20s.
As the Met Office forecasts highs of up to 30C in Leeds today (Thursday), people flocked to parks and open spaces to make the most of the sunshine this afternoon.
Here are 13 sunny pictures showing Leeds enjoying the hot weather:
8. After a surprise thunderstorm, sweltering heat is back in Leeds
Iconic Media Group Photo: Gerard Binks
9. According to the Met Office, the mercury is expected to hit 28°C tonight
Iconic Media Group Photo: Gerard Binks
10. The Bulmer and Hill family enjoy a picnic in City Square
Iconic Media Group Photo: Gerard Binks
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