Leeds weather: Exactly when it's going to be hottest this week as Met Office predicts mercury to hit 25°C
Leeds is set for a scorcher this week as we enter May with temperatures well into the mid-20s.
While spring has been unusually warm this year, the mercury has rarely reached much above 20°C.
But that's about to change, as Met Office forecasters predict a sunny and hot week.
On Monday, April 28, Leeds will see a cloudy morning make way for sunny intervals at lunchtime, with temperatures reaching around 20°C by the afternoon.
The warm weather will continue overnight, with morning temperatures remaining above 10°C on Tuesday, April 29.
Any lingering clouds will clear, paving the way for a bright, sunny day with temperatures climbing to 23°C in the afternoon and early evening.
The final day of April, Wednesday will maintain similar weather patterns, with temperatures around 24°C.
Thursday, May 1, is projected to be the hottest day of the year so far, as the UK's weather agency forecasts temperatures hitting a high of 25°C around 4pm accompanied by plenty of sunshine.
However, those planning to enjoy the sunshine over the weekend might be disappointed. Friday and the weekend (May 2-4) are expected to feature sunny intervals, with temperatures peaking at around 20°C on Friday and dropping to 18°C on Saturday and Sunday.
The Leeds weather forecast for April 28-May 4, as provided by the Met Office:
- Monday, April 28: Cloudy changing to sunny intervals by lunchtime; highest temperature: 20°C, lowest temperature: 9°C
- Tuesday, April 29: Sunny; highest temperature: 23°C, lowest temperature: 10°C
- Wednesday, April 30: Sunny; highest temperature: 24°C, lowest temperature: 10°C
- Thursday, May 1: Sunny; highest temperature: 25°C, lowest temperature: 11°C
- Friday, May 2: Sunny intervals; highest temperature: 20°C, lowest temperature: 8°C
- Saturday, May 3:Sunny intervals; highest temperature: 18°C, lowest temperature: 7°C
- Sunday, May 4: Sunny intervals; highest temperature: 17°C, lowest temperature: 6°C