Crowds gathered at the seaside on Saturday, October 3, as temperatures soared during one of the hottest days on record. In Porthcawl, visitors queued for ice cream cones by the sea, with many taking advantage of the unseasonably warm weather.
Record warmth draws visitors to the coast
The warm spell brought people to the shoreline, where conditions were described as still being "ice cream weather." Photographs from the day show crowds along the promenade and beach, with families and groups enjoying the sunshine.
Local scenes capture the autumn heatwave
A gallery of 12 images, titled "Weather Porthcawl Saturday October 3," captured the scene, showing people out and about in summer-style clothing despite the October date. The pictures highlighted the unusual warmth that drew residents and visitors alike to the coast.
The day marked a notable contrast to typical autumn conditions, with the high temperatures making it one of the hottest on record for the time of year.
