17 pictures as families and friends enjoy the glorious sunshine in Leeds park

It’s been another glorious day in Leeds as the sun continues to grace the country.

This May has started off as the hottest on record, with Leeds and surrounding areas experiencing temperatures exceeding 25°C and abundant sunshine.

It’s also been the driest spring on record, with some areas of Yorkshire going 20 days without a drop of rainfall.

Our photographer Tony Johnson made his way to Roundhay Park this afternoon (Tuesday) as temperatures peaked at around 23°C.

Check his pictures of families and friends enjoying themselves in the park’s glorious surroundings in the gallery below.

7. Early summer heat

Early summer heat has been firmly established | Tony Johnson

The UK's weather agency predicts temperatures ranging from 19 to 26°C throughout this week (May 12-18) | Tony Johnson

The Mansion House in Roundhay Park looking radiant. | Tony Johnson

The lake at Roundhay Park is looking as healthy as ever, though this has been the driest spring on record. | Tony Johnson

The mostly dry weather is expected to continue across the UK for at least another 10 days. | Tony Johnson

The Environment Agency has said that there is a medium risk of a summer drought | Tony Johnson