With the country on lockdown due to the coronavirus outbreak, at least mother nature is treating us to some good weather to keep our spirits up.

There's going to be plenty of sunshine in Devon and Cornwall today as temperatures are set to hit 23 degrees in the South West.

In fact, it will be hotter here than in many European holiday destinations such as Ibiza, Tenerife and Nice.

The Met Office say despite a hazy start for some, any mist will clear quickly to reveal clear skies.

A dog walker enjoys blue skies and golden sands on an incredibly warm sunny day in Torquay, Devon.

A spokesman said it would be "another warm and sunny day".

They added: "The sea breeze will leave temperatures feeling slightly cooler by the coast.

"Overnight it will be another mild and dry night with calm winds.

"Although largely clear, some patchy cloud will reach western regions through the early hours."

And as if that weren't enough, it looks like Saturday is going to be another hot one too.

The spokesman said: "Another very warm and largely dry day with lots of hazy sunshine.

"There is a risk of showers through the afternoon as well some isolated thunder."

People are being urged to stay at home and make the most of the weather from their primary residences.

Devon and Cornwall Police and the Government have urged people to stay at home during the bank holiday weekend, when the weather is expected to remain warm and sunny.

Police are patrolling Devon and Cornwall’s roads today targeting those breaking the lockdown rules.

Holidaymakers and second home owners caught trying to enter the region have been warned that they will be fined and sent home.