Wales basks in sunshine as temperatures soar to 31°C

Wales has enjoyed the hottest day of the year so far as temperatures soared to highs of 31.3°C.

Bute Park in Cardiff saw temperatures reach 31.3°C this afternoon. St Athan in the Vale of Glamorgan hit 30.5°C, while Usk in Monmouthshire peaked at 29.8°C.

The Met Office said another "pulse of high temperatures" is expected, but also issued a yellow warning for thunderstorms.

Beaches across the country have been packed out with revellers hoping to cool off in the sea.

With the start of the summer holidays, Barry Island and Langland were hotspots for families.

• What's the best way to stay cool and safe during the hot weather?

The NHS has published a number of tips which you can utilise to keep cool.

• Shut windows and pull down the shades when it's hotter outside

• Open windows when cooler to allow for ventilation

• Avoid the sun during the hottest part of the day (usually between 11am and 3pm)

• Have cool baths or showers

• Drink plenty of water

• Wearing a hat in the sun can help keep you cool and help you avoid getting heatstroke

• Cars can get hot so try to ventilate them

• Wear sunscreen with a higher SPF factor to avoid sunburn

• Stay tuned to weather forecasts

• When planning to travel, check the forecast at your destination

Jyati Atri from Public Health Wales shared her top tips for taking care in the heat.