Photos: Capital’s summer temperature record already surpassed

Although May is only halfway through, Reykjavík has already seen temperatures surpass last summer’s highest reading. Last year was notably cooler, with the capital’s peak temperature reaching just 17.4°C. Yesterday, however, the mercury climbed to 19°C, setting a new early-season high.

Taking full advantage of the unseasonably warm weather, children in Reykjavík’s western part of town joined a vibrant color run along Ægisíða by the sea. The event was organized by the neighborhood's local leisure centers and brought a festive energy to the waterfront.
As shown in the accompanying photos, the atmosphere was joyful, and the children thoroughly enjoyed the sunny day.