Edinburgh is set for nearly a week of sunshine with very little rain expected which should come as welcomed news to many.
According to weather forecasters at the BBC and Met Office, from May 14 (Saturday) until May 20 (Friday), the Capital is in for a real treat.
Experts have said that highs of 19C are expected which we should see on Tuesday (May 17) between 1pm and 5pm.
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However whilst that's set to happen later on in the week, we're only days away from Scotland's version of a heatwave actually starting.
Whilst much of the week is set for cloud and rain with a few sunny intervals between, on May 14, highs of 17C is expected for those living in and visiting Edinburgh.
The sun is set to show its face at long last from 10am on this date making it a perfect start to the weekend.
We will then see highs of 18C on May 15 and 16 where it will increase further to 19C on the 17th.
After this, Thursday is expected to see rain however this will only be from 4pm onwards with highs of 18C predicted for the majority of the day spanning from 9am until 3pm.
The following day will also see more sun with highs of 18C again from 9am until 7pm with temperatures peaking between 2pm and 4pm.
The sunny spells however are set to come to an end the following day on May 21 where it's back to our usual rainy weather despite the double digits of 17C.
So whilst we wait for the sun, what does the weather look like for the week ahead?
Edinburgh's five day weather forecast account to the Met Office
This weekly forecast covers Dumfries, Galloway, Lothian and the Borders.
Today
A bright start in the east otherwise cloudy. Mostly dry during morning but rain reaching Dumfries and Galloway, turning heavier in afternoon. Some light rain extending across the Lothians and western Borders later, winds strengthening too. Maximum temperature 15 °C.
Tonight
A few heavier showers during the evening, however they will be moving through quite quickly. Then dry with clear spells for much of the night, staying breezy. Minimum temperature 8 °C.
Tuesday
A mix of showers and brighter spells on Tuesday, with Dumfries and Galloway seeing the most showers, still quite blustery. Maximum temperature 14 °C.
Outlook for Wednesday to Friday
Feeling quite fresh on Wednesday and Thursday with showery conditions, turning more settled again and warmer by Friday.
