IT may be a wintry day but this was the stunning scene above the skies of Watford earlier this morning when the sun rose.

The sky was a glowing mix of yellow, orange, red and almost purple in places as readers captured the spectacular scene before the skies began to darken again.

Watford Observer: Trees against a glowing sky. Credit: Lynda BullockTrees against a glowing sky. Credit: Lynda Bullock

These images were taken by Watford Observer Camera Club members Lynda Bullock, Sandy Heywood, Demelza Slaney and Su Tysoe.

Watford Observer: Vivid colours. Credit: Sandy HewywoodVivid colours. Credit: Sandy Hewywood Watford Observer: Parts of the sky appeared almost purple. Credit: Su TysoeParts of the sky appeared almost purple. Credit: Su Tysoe

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