Temperatures hit a whopping 28C – only to be outdone by today’s 29C – paving the way for days of fun in the sun for friends and families.
News photographer Sam Stephenson was in Old Portsmouth to capture the atmosphere on Sunday.
Meanwhile our readers sent in their own photos of how they spent the weekend.
This gallery features 20 of the best hot weather photos from both Sam and our readers.
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17. Best photos of Portsmouth's hot weekend weather
Readers of The News also submitted their hot weather photos as temperatures hit 28C over the weekend (July 17-18, 2021). Photo: Lynne Saunders
18. Best photos of Portsmouth's hot weekend weather
Readers of The News submitted their hot weather photos as temperatures hit 28C over the weekend (July 17-18, 2021). Pictured is Nickki Brown's daughter, Lana. Photo: Nickki Brown
19. Best photos of Portsmouth's hot weekend weather
Readers of The News submitted their hot weather photos as temperatures hit 28C over the weekend (July 17-18, 2021). Pictured is Hayley Stevens' dog, Oscar. Photo: Hayley Stevens
20. Best photos of Portsmouth's hot weekend weather
Olivia Dearie, 23, is the picture of serenity at the Hot Walls. Photo: Sam Stephenson