Residents soak up double-digit heat as visitors flock to Worthing beach - in pictures

By Connor Gormley

Published 12th May 2024, 10:18 BST

Updated 12th May 2024, 10:27 BST

Residents and visitors flocked to Worthing beach yesterday (May 11), as temperatures soared well into the double digits, pictures show.

With temperatures of up to 22°C, it’s no surprise so many people rushed to the beach. The sunshine is set to continue today, with temperatures of up to 20°C expected by mid-afternoon.

Pictures: Eddie Mitchell.

Beachgoers soaking up the sun in Worthing - 11/05/24

1. Beachgoers soaking up the sun in Worthing

Beachgoers soaking up the sun in Worthing - 11/05/24 Photo: EDDIE MITCHELL

It was perfect weather for water-sports.

2. Beachgoers soaking up the sun in Worthing - 11/05/24

It was perfect weather for water-sports. Photo: EDDIE MITCHELL

Sailors and windsurfers took to the waves.

3. Beachgoers soaking up the sun in Worthing - 11/05/24

Sailors and windsurfers took to the waves. Photo: EDDIE MITCHELL

Making the most of the heat.

4. Beachgoers soaking up the sun in Worthing - 11/05/24

Making the most of the heat. Photo: EDDIE MITCHELL

Residents Worthing

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