But the recent chillier weather gave way to blue skies and sunshine on Wednesday.
And with hot days getting fewer and farther between, folk were out making the most of it while it lasted.
1. Celebrate good times
Sean, Alice, Maggie and Laurie Coles happy to be in the sunshine. Photo: Frank Reid
4. Shaded lady
Stella Carverhill, 69, looking over the Harbour from Roker Beach, Sunderland. Photo: Frank Reid
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