The Met Office predicted that April 1 would see a mini heatwave hit the capital, and it turns out it wasn’t an April Fools joke. Hundreds were spotted having picnics and sunbathing in and around The Meadows as temperatures climbed to around 16 degrees.
And the good weather is set to continue into next week, with Edinburgh to be treated to ‘plenty of sunshine’ over the next seven days, according to forecasters.
Take a look through our gallery to see sunny snaps of locals and visitors soaking up the sun in Edinburgh.
5. Fun in the sun
Many were spotted having picnics, reading their books or simply sunbathing in The Meadows. | National World
6. Enjoying the sun
Locals and visitors were making the most of the beautiful weather. | National World
7. Perfect picnic spot
Groups bagged sunny spots on the grass to make sure they got the most out of the sunshine. | National World
8. Edinburgh in the sun
Hundreds were seen basking in the sun as temperatures hit 16 degrees in the city. | National World