Highest temperature in Guangzhou on July 4?

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Market context

On 4 July 2026, the real-world event determining this market is the peak air temperature recorded at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, measured in degrees Celsius. Historical climatology for Guangzhou in July shows average daily highs consistently between 33°C and 35°C, with extremes occasionally reaching 39°C, as seen on 25 July 2024[2][5]. Given that the crowd-implied probability for a specific lower threshold sits at 0%, traders should interpret this as a near-certainty that temperatures will exceed that range, aligning with the region’s reputation as China’s hottest month where averages hover around 28.7°C to 33°C[4][6].

Key catalysts for traders include the official daily weather bulletins from the China Meteorological Administration and real-time updates from Wunderground, which serves as the resolution source[2]. Recent reports indicate Guangzhou experienced its longest summer since 1961, suggesting a trend of sustained high temperatures that could push July 4 peaks toward the upper historical limits[7]. Traders must monitor the scheduled release of the 4 July daily summary on Wunderground, as any deviation from the typical 33°C–35°C band would be the primary settlement determinant[3].

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Resolution & payout

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