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Pictures: Thunderstorm brings torrential rain to York – and more is forecast

Rain finally arrived in York last night – with a vengeance.

A thunderstorm shook the city at about 7pm, with loud claps of thunder and lightning.

It brought a torrential rainstorm, leaving people out enjoying the city on a summer’s evening to dash for cover.

Keystones is drenched
People rush for cover at Monk Bar

Today feels fresher, and forecasters are predicting a top temperature of 20°C, a large drop from the 30°C-plus at the weekend.

A yellow thunderstorm warning covering York and North Yorkshire remains in place today.

Forecasters are suggesting more showers are likely this afternoon and evening.

Tonight, temperatures will fall to 14°C.

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