Most public parks were full of sunbathers today, Thursday, April 10, as the sun shone over the Capital, with temperatures reaching 18C. And Portobello Beach was busy with families making the most of the sunshine during the school holidays, to get out of the house for a few hours to enjoy the nice weather.
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The sunshine and warmth is expected to last into the weekend, with the Met Office currently predicting sunshine on Friday and Saturday all day, with the temperature reaching 18C tomorrow and 19C on Saturday.
However, as always, the lovely weather wont last forever, with light rain showers expected on Sunday and into next week, with the temperature struggling to get above 12C. So, get out there and enjoy the sunshine while you can!
5. Portobello Beach
Portobello Beach was packed as Edinburgh residents made the most of the Easter school holidays sunshine. | National World Photo: Kevin Quinn
6. The Mound
Edinburgh Castle looked great in the sun today, with lots of locals and tourists taking a seat at the Mound to enjoy the sunshine. | National World Photo: Callum McCormack
7. Take to the water
This narrow boat made its way across Slateford Viaduct on the Union Canal in the sunshine today. | National World Photo: Kevin Quinn
8. Time for a kick about
These lads enjoyed a little game of football in the sunshine at the Meadows today. | National World Photo: Callum McCormack