The heatwave is set to continue into next week, with sunshine and temperatures above 24C forecast until Friday.
Along with the soaring temperatures, the Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for thunderstorms across large parts of the UK including Leeds. The warning says that whilst most areas will remain dry, there are risks of heavy rain and thunderstorms in some places in the afternoon.
While the warning is in place for Sunday, the current forecast shows another warm and day in Leeds with sunny intervals – and temperatures reaching as high as 29C. Here are 17 pictures from Leeds city centre in the sunshine today.
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The weather alert has now been extended until 9am on Tuesday June 13 Photo: National World
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A thunderstorm alert has been issued for large parts of England, including Leeds, on Sunday Photo: National World
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But so far, it's expected to stay dry throughout the day in Leeds - with sunny intervals and temperatures reaching 29C Photo: National World
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We asked our readers for their recommendations on the best sunbathing spots in Leeds Photo: National World
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The most popular location was Roundhay Park - one of the largest urban parks in the world Photo: National World
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Others suggested some of the city's beer gardens, Newlay Locks near Rodley - and even Headingley Stadium Photo: National World