In Pictures: Portsmouth soaks up the sun as temperatures reach 27C

EATING ice creams, sunbathing on the beach and enjoying a picnic - what better things are there to do in this weather.
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People in Portsmouth and visitors headed to Southsea to soak up the hot weather which is set to continue this weekend.

Many are enjoying the city in all its glory by heading to the seafront.

Temperatures are expected to hit 27C today and remain steady over the next few days with highs of 26C.

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