April Heatwave Hits 30°C as Spring Records Shatter Early

Spring has barely started, yet South Korea is already sweltering under mid-summer conditions. Daytime highs reached a staggering 30°C this April, setting new historical records for the month. People have already swapped jackets for short sleeves to cope with the sudden, unseasonable heat. These photos capture a nation caught off guard by a warming climate that seems to be skipping the spring season entirely.