Mancunians have wasted no time whatsoever soaking in the sun and heat today as the city is set to sizzle this week. It isn't quite going to break the records that were smashed during last month's heatwave, but many will be reaching for the sun cream and looking for shade once again.
Before starting the working week tomorrow people flocked into the city centre for a chance to catch the sun and enjoy a refreshing drink. Bars and restaurants around the corn exchange in Exchange Square were particularly busy with people also taking advantage of Piccadilly Gardens.
Temperatures topped 21C in central Manchester today, but this is just the start. The region is going to be hotter than several sunny holiday destinations, as temperatures push up to around 30C by the end of this week.
