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.
1. Lewis and Pedro splashing around
Four-year old Lewis Walton splashes in the sea with his Uncle Pedro Jarvie Photo: Lisa Ferguson
2. Enjoying a paddle
A woman takes to the sea on a paddle board as she enjoys the sun. Photo: Lisa Ferguson
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
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