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The Puffin Run

Name: The Puffin Run
Start: 2026-05-02
End: 2026-05-02
Location: Vestmannaeyjar

Vestmannaeyjar, Southern, Iceland

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About the Event

Embark on a breathtaking coastal adventure at The Puffin Run on May 2, 2026. This unique 20km race unfolds on the remote and dramatic Vestmannaeyjar (Westman Islands), offering an unparalleled journey through a landscape of volcanic cliffs, vast ocean views, and the charming backdrop of one of Iceland's most picturesque towns. More than just a run, it's an immersion into raw, untamed nature, where the cries of seabirds accompany your stride. Registration opens November 25, 2025—secure your spot for an unforgettable island running experience that truly earns its name.

Races Offered

The Puffin Run

May 02, 2026

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Distance — 20K

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Type — Running

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-143 days remaining

The Puffin Run team (4-runners)

May 02, 2026

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Distance — 20K

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The Puffin Run team (Duo)

May 02, 2026

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Distance — 20K

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Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for May in Vestmannaeyjar.

thermostat Temperature

6.4° / 8.1°

wb_sunny Feels like

-2.1° / 2.9°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

9h 5m

water_drop Avg rainfall

3.9 mm

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air Avg wind speed

29.3 km/h (Fresh breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Low

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Moderate (3.0)

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81.2%

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04:10

nightlight Sunset

22:24

About Vestmannaeyjar

Learn more about the host city, Vestmannaeyjar.

Vestmannaeyjar is a town on the island of Heimaey. Heimaey is the largest of 15–18 islands in the Westman Islands archipelago, just off the south-west coast of Iceland's mainland. Vestmannaeyjar has a population of around 4,200.

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