The Met Office has now issued a rare amber 'extreme heat' warning for the region as temperatures are expected to continue to soar throughout the week, with North Yorkshire Police also issuing a rip tide warning.
Over the weekend tourists and residents flocked to North and South Bay to cool off in the sea and enjoy the blazing sunshine on the beach.
9. Scarborough Heatwave
Josh, Ella and Chloe cooling of in South Bay. Photo: Richard Ponter
10. Scarborough Heatwave
Beachgoers flock to North Bay to enjoy the sunshine. Photo: Richard Ponter
11. Scarborough Heatwave
Viktor, Marcel and Dad Lukasz cover Sebastian in sand. Photo: Richard Ponter
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