DORSET residents are being encouraged to send in pictures of the weather for a chance to become the Weather Photographer of the Year 2020.

The competition is run by the Royal Meteorological Society and AccuWeather. Over 3,800 images ave already been submitted by photographers all around the world hoping to be crowned the winner.

Jesse Ferrell, AccuWeather expert meteorologist, social media manager and a judge for this year’s competition, said: "Each year this contest both receives incredible pictures from entries around the world and also demonstrates the active interest and passion people of all backgrounds have for the weather.

"Contributions to the Weather Photographer of the Year 2020 are made even more special this year due to challenging nature COVID-19, and the creativity from contestants within the community is on full display."

Entries for the competition close on July 6. For more information visit www.photocrowd.com/wpoty.