Sun-seekers flocked to Portobello beach as heatwave hit the Capital

By Jolene Campbell

Published 18th Jul 2022, 17:32 BST

Sun-seekers flocked to Portobello beach on Monday as the Capital baked in temperatures soaring to highs of almost 31 degrees.

Crowds packed out the popular spot and some were pictured splashing in the sea to cool off in the extreme heat.

Temperatures are set to spike even higher on Tuesday. Forecasters predict Scotland could this week see its hottest day ever recorded.

Four-year old Lewis Walton splashes in the sea with his Uncle Pedro Jarvie

1. Lewis and Pedro splashing around

Four-year old Lewis Walton splashes in the sea with his Uncle Pedro Jarvie Photo: Lisa Ferguson

A woman takes to the sea on a paddle board as she enjoys the sun.

2. Enjoying a paddle

A woman takes to the sea on a paddle board as she enjoys the sun. Photo: Lisa Ferguson

Visitors and residents alike flocked to Portobello beach to bask in the high temperatures.

3. Sit and relax with a good read

Visitors and residents alike flocked to Portobello beach to bask in the high temperatures. Photo: Lisa Ferguson

Portobello beach was mobbed on Monday as people headed out to soak up the sun

4. Crowds flocked to the popular beach as temperatures soared on Monday

Portobello beach was mobbed on Monday as people headed out to soak up the sun Photo: Lisa Ferguson

Portobello Scotland

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