Highest temperature in Chongqing on July 2?

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Market context

On 2 July 2026, the real-world event at Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport will be the recording of the day’s peak temperature in degrees Celsius, a figure that determines the outcome of the prediction market. Chongqing, famously one of China’s “Four Furnaces,” routinely sees July temperatures soar above 35°C, with extreme cases reaching 40°C or higher, and perceived heat often hitting 38°C due to humidity [2][4][5]. The current crowd-implied probability of 0% for any specific outcome suggests the market is either mispriced or awaiting critical data, as historical records confirm such highs are not anomalies but seasonal norms [3].

Comparable cases from Guangzhou’s July 2 market show traders pricing 34–37°C outcomes with significant confidence, reflecting ensemble forecasts and typical summer spreads [1]. In Chongqing, July and August are the hottest months, averaging 33°C, yet daytime highs frequently breach 35°C, making a 0% probability for any range inconsistent with climatic reality [2][5]. Traders should watch for official weather bulletins from the China Meteorological Administration and Wunderground’s daily updates, which will settle the market by 12:00 UTC on 2 July [3]. Recent forecasts from Trip.com note summer temperatures in Chongqing span 25–35°C, but extreme heat events remain a key dependency for this market’s resolution [7].

Regulatory accessibility hinges on jurisdiction: German GlüStV rules may restrict participation for residents, while US CFTC reach could impose compliance burdens for larger trades. The “no-KYC up to $1,500” threshold allows traders to access this market without identity verification, provided their stake remains under that limit, enhancing accessibility for those in permissive jurisdictions. However, this does not override local laws, and traders must ensure their participation aligns with national regulations. The market’s settlement window ends 2026-07-02T12:00:00Z, with Wunderground as the definitive resolution source [3].

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Methodology

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