Merseyside is set to bask in sunshine on what is predicted to be a glorious bank holiday weekend.
Saturday is expected to be warm and dry, though overcast.
But forecasters anticipate the region will then see blue skies and temperatures rising above 20C on Sunday and Monday.
The welcome hint of summer is likely to continue into next week.
Temperatures are predicted to reach 19C on what is likely to be a cloudy introduction to the weekend today - though there is potential for some evening sunshine.
Experts at the Met Office forecast Sunday to be sunny all day, with the mercury rising as high as 22C. Similar conditions are predicted across Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.
The expected good weather has led to calls for people to remember Covid guidelines remain in place despite the lifting of many restrictions over recent months.
Beach-goers are among those being asked to remain vigilant.
Cllr Ian Moncur, Sefton Council’s cabinet member for health and wellbeing, said: “Many of our local residents, and visitors from further afield, will be looking forward to visiting the coast as the weather hopefully improves this weekend and larger groups are now allowed to meet outdoors.
“However, people need to continue to be vigilant so that our coast remains a safe place for everyone to spend time. This means social distancing should still be observed, even at the beach, and people should be mindful that close contact should be minimised to only a few friends and family.”
Margaret Jones, the borough's Director of Public Health added: “Although we are less likely to catch Covid in the open air it’s still possible, which is why it’s important still to follow the basics of hands, face and space when meeting with others."
Safety messages have also been issued, including this important child safety advice shared by Wirral Coastguard Rescue Team.
