Put on your sunglasses and dig out the barbeque as Watford is set for a mini heatwave.

The town will see cloudy weather today, April 11, with warm temperatures at 18C, according to Google weather.

Moving into Friday, the mercury will reach 20C with sun breaking through the clouds and moderate breezes of 16mph.

Saturday will also remain well above average at 19C with a similar mix of sun and cloud.

The warm weather will be a chance for children to enjoy the Cassiobury Park paddling pools after they reopened last weekend in time for the end of the Easter school holidays.

It is also a great opportunity to walk around the town with your four-legged friend and visit one of the many dog-friendly cafes and pubs.

Temperatures in Watford will drop however on Sunday to 14C with more cloudy weather predicted and lighter winds.

Into Monday, scattered showers are expected with temperatures of 13C and stronger winds at 21mph.

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