Highest temperature in Chongqing on August 14?

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Market context

On 14 August 2026, the highest temperature recorded at Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport Station will determine the settlement outcome of this market. The resolution will draw exclusively from Weather Underground's Daily Observations table rather than summary figures, a distinction that matters when intraday peaks diverge from headline highs. Chongqing's August climate typically peaks between 35–39 °C, though extreme heat events have pushed readings above 40 °C in recent years.

Historical August data from Chongqing shows consistent volatility in daily maxima. The city experienced a 40.3 °C reading in August 2022 and has recorded temperatures above 38 °C in most years since 2015, reflecting both seasonal patterns and longer-term warming trends. Current crowd probability at 0% suggests traders are pricing in either scepticism about extreme-heat thresholds or uncertainty about which specific temperature band the market offers. Comparable August forecasts in East Asian cities have typically resolved within the 36–39 °C range, though outlier events do occur.

Traders should monitor China Meteorological Administration seasonal forecasts released in July 2026, which will provide official guidance on regional heat patterns. Real-time tracking of the East Asian summer monsoon intensity and any tropical cyclone activity affecting the region will influence actual conditions on the day. The settlement window closes at 12:00 UTC on 14 August, meaning traders have until midday to assess preliminary temperature reports before final resolution against Weather Underground's Daily Observations data.

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