The sun has been shining over the district, as the third heatwave of the year hit the country.

Temperatures of 35C or higher have now been recorded in May, June and July of the same year for the first time in the UK weather record.

An amber health alert by the UK Health Security Agency remains in place across Yorkshire until Sunday, with temperatures expected to remain widely well above average across much of the UK over the coming days.

Within Wakefield, highs of 32C were seen on Friday (July 10), with temperatures remaining in the high 20s throughout the weekend and into next week.

Highs of 32C were recorded in the district on Friday.

placeholder image — Highs of 32C were recorded in the district on Friday.

The forecast for Sunday, July 12 to Tuesday, July 14 reads: “Cloudy periods throughout Sunday, though brightening in the afternoon. Returning to dry and largely sunny conditions by Monday. Tuesday sees low cloud and fog spread inland."

With temperatures expected to remain high over the next several days, people are advised to take precautions in the heat, including staying hydrated, avoiding prolonged exposure to the sun during the hottest part of the day, and checking on vulnerable friends, family and neighbours.

Science manager at the Met Office, Dr Amy Doherty, said: “This year has already seen a number of remarkable temperature milestones.

"Not only have we now recorded a record eight days with temperatures exceeding 34C, surpassing the previous record held by 1976 and 2020, but it is also the first year in the UK weather record to see temperatures reach 35C or higher in May, June and July.

"These records highlight just how notable this year has been for UK temperatures, with exceptional warmth observed across multiple months.”