Scorching Edinburgh heatwave set to be disrupted by weekend thunderstorm
Edinburgh locals have dusted off the paddling pools and erected the pagodas as temperatures as high as 27C hit the capital.
Both the Met office and BBC forecasters have warned the UK will move into heatwave territory with temperatures climbing to 34C in the south of England and reaching the lofty 20s in Scotland.
Residents and visitors of Edinburgh have been cautioned to expect a high pollen count so it may be worthwhile digging out the allergy tablets and sprays to keep those sinuses in check.
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Friday is set to be the hottest day with the afternoon seeing a peak of 27C and clear skies continuing well into the night and early Saturday (June 21) morning.
Overcast skies will hover above Edinburgh as Saturday gets into full swing but by the afternoon the mercury is expected to climd to around 25/26C.
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It is advised for those spending time in the sun to apply protective measures and to take caution around bodies of water if you are looking to cool down.
Sadly the roasting conditions will die away as we enter Sunday (June 22) with overcast skies giving way to a shower at around 9am.
We will see on off showers in the late morning before the early afternoon will see thunderstorms break out which are expected to last until around 3pm.
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Showers will continue to blight the capital throughout the rest of the day with temperatures remaining relatively steady between 15-18C.
You can view the full weather forecast via the BBC website here.
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