Highest temperature in Beijing on June 30?

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Market context

Beijing is currently bracing for blistering heat as summer heatwaves return to the capital, with temperatures soaring past 41 degrees Celsius in recent years. This real-world pattern of extreme June warmth frames the current crowd-implied probability of 0% for a specific high-temperature outcome, suggesting traders may be underestimating the likelihood of record-breaking heat. Historical data confirms that June in Beijing typically sees about ten days with highs of 35°C or above, and the city recorded its hottest June day in 60 years in 2023, reaching 41.1°C at a southern suburbs station, while Tanghekou in the northeast hit 41.8°C[1][2].

Traders should monitor official weather announcements from Chinese authorities and daily Wunderground updates for the Beijing Capital International Airport Station, as these will determine the settlement value when the window closes on 30 June 2026[8]. The primary catalyst is the intensity of the returning heatwaves, which have previously scorched northern China and pushed temperatures to record levels, making the 35°C threshold a critical dependency for any high-temperature outcome[1]. Recent reports indicate that heatwaves are searing parts of northern China, with temperatures hitting 106 degrees Fahrenheit, shattering previous June records and reinforcing the risk of extreme heat on the settlement date[5].

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