Dedicated Brits braved a mini-heatwave to go on the famous Otley Run pub crawl today – as the country basked in temperatures hotter than Ibiza.
The UK was thought to be as hot as 26C in some areas of the country – while the Spanish island only reached a measly 19C.
On the streets of West Yorkshire, students in fancy dress descended the 19 pubs that are part of the famed bar hopping experience.
One group of men showed their prowess for current affairs as they paid homage to newly-elected Pope Leo XIV by dressing as cardinals and a pontiff – while clutching their pints.
Elsewhere, women in brightly-coloured wigs downed beers and groups of revellers enjoyed the sizzling temperatures.
But while the mercury was rocketing this afternoon, temperatures could set to drop this evening and on Sunday according to the Met Office’s weather gurus.
Meteorologist Jonathan Vautrey said showers would likely drift in from the south on Saturday night.
On Sunday, heavy and potentially thundery showers could pour down from the heavens.
A group of men decided to mix pints and pontiffs as they rocked up to the Otley Run dressed as cardinals surrounding a Pope
Meanwhile, a girl in a bright red wig couldn’t seem to wait to drink her pints one by one, instead sipping them both at once
She was joined on the Otley Run during this weekend’s mini-heatwave by her friends who also donned colourful wigs
A woman dressed up as an animal beams in the sun as she heads down for the famed pub crawl
One group of men and women dressed up as the Inbetweeners from the cult 2000s show of the same name
Youngsters in fancy dress lined the roads as they queued up to get into Otley’s pubs
They are likely to mainly affect the West Country, South Wales and parts of the West Midlands.
Between 20mm and 30mm of rain could fall within a couple of hours, or as much as 40mm in three hours, the forecaster said.
He also said there could also be ‘heavy, short sharp’ bursts of rain and hail and lightning, he said, adding: ‘As is the case with thunderstorms, they’re often quite hit and miss.
One group of girls used Mickey Mouse ears and leopard print to create their costumes
Two women dressed in white top and skirt combos stroll through the streets on what was a beautiful day
Spirits were high as Brits enjoyed the warm weather – although experts have warned the weather could soon turn
Some revellers were more dedicated to creating masterful costumes than others. Pictured: A woman dressed as Puss in Boots follows a man in a beige outfit with a bald cap on who is holding two pints
More Inbetweeners flocked to the street as the day went on and students filled the town’s pubs
Pictured: A group of women rejoice in the gorgeous sunshine as the gear up for a day of fun
Four women make peace signs in summery outfits as they enjoy heatwave during the Otley Run
Even Harry Potter and Voldemort decided to put down their wands for a quick pint in the sun
Four women in costumes grin in the stunning weather as they enjoyed the sun on their backs
‘Obviously it has been a pretty dry spring so for many areas rain is needed, but because of the heavy nature of these showers, splashing onto hard surfaces, there is the potential for minor localised issues and flooding.’
Motorists have been urged to take care when driving and be aware the thunderstorms ‘could come on at very short notice’, Mr Vautrey added.
Showers are also expected in Northern Ireland and Scotland on Sunday and Monday.
A man dressed as Mario the game character (and Italian plumber) strolls in the sunshine
He was joined later by more of his friends in fancy dress as they searched for a bar
No fancy dress brigade would be complete without at least one person harkening back to Ginger Spice’s 1997 Brit Awards Union Jack dress
Others opted for Hawaiian shirts paired with the traditional flower necklace, which is known as a Lei
Three people dressed as Minions from the Despicable Me film series paid no attention to the stifling temperatures as they were joined by a purple Evil Minion
As they travelled through the 19-stop journey in Leeds, swathes of youngsters stopped to pose for photographs as the sun beamed down on them
The wet weather could also continue on Monday in southern and western areas of the UK, and the Met Office is monitoring for any further warnings.
From Tuesday, the high pressure will rebuild and dry conditions and sunshine will return across the country, with temperatures in the low to mid 20s.
However, partygoers in Otley may well escape the Saturday night showers as they flock into nightclubs.
Two women dressed as peace-loving hippies also took to the streets in flower power costumes
Revellers were seen sinking pints in the sun as they made their way through the pub crawl
The party animals were seen in an array of fancy dress outfits today as they travelled through the 19-stop journey in Leeds.
Some of the most creative costumes on show ranged from attempts at Minnie Mouse to the cast of The Inbetweeners and full suit ‘Minions’ from the Despicable Me film series.
Others, perhaps sensibly dressing for the warmer weather, opted for Hawaiian shirts paired with the traditional flower necklace, which is known as a Lei.
A pirate stares into the distance as a group of women mimic the Spice Girls pop band
It was all smiles as Brits flooded the streets to enjoy Saturday’s spell of warm weather
Three women appeared to dress as donkeys with wings in what may have been a reference to the Shrek films
A group of women dance in unison as they take a break from the booze-laden pub session
Three dwarves appeared to have escaped the set of Snow White for a quick pint in the warm weather
