Highest temperature in Beijing on July 7?

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Market context

Beijing is entering its hottest and most rainy month, with July 7 falling squarely in the peak of summer heat. Historical data confirms that daytime temperatures at the Beijing Capital International Airport typically average 30°C, while the monthly high can reach 32°C or higher, especially during sunny spells before heavy rainfall [1][3]. The current crowd-implied probability of 0% for a specific high-temperature range appears inconsistent with these baselines, as July is consistently the hottest month with an average high of 87°F (30.6°C) and frequent spikes above 32°C [3][5]. Recent observations from the southern suburb observatory on July 6 recorded a temperature of 40.1°C, demonstrating that extreme heat events are not only possible but have already occurred in the immediate lead-in to the settlement date [7].

Traders should monitor the weather forecast for the next 24 hours, as heavy rain totalling 48mm is expected to begin Monday night, potentially suppressing peak temperatures for July 7 [6]. The key dependency is the timing of this rainfall; if it arrives before midday, the high temperature may stay below 32°C, but if it delays, sunny conditions could push temperatures toward the 32°C threshold priced at 29.5% in similar markets [2]. Watch for real-time updates from Wunderground and local meteorological services, as the changeable July weather requires constant vigilance before the 12:00–14:00 window when ultraviolet rays are strongest [1]. The settlement hinges on whether the rain clears quickly enough to allow a heat spike, a scenario that recent data suggests is plausible given the preceding 40°C day [7].

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