Highest temperature in Shanghai on July 9?

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Market context

Shanghai is entering its peak summer heatwave, with the Shanghai Pudong International Airport Station expected to record daily highs well above 30°C as thundery showers and high humidity dominate the weather pattern on 9 July 2026[3][9]. The current crowd-implied probability of 0% for a specific temperature range suggests traders are betting the heat will push beyond the upper limit of that bracket, consistent with July’s typical extremes where temperatures frequently exceed 35°C (95°F)[9].

Historical data from July 2026 shows daily high temperatures at Pudong ranging from 86°F to 97°F (30°C to 36°C), with overnight lows between 77°F and 81°F[4]. Comparable cases from early July 2026, such as the 3 July market which resolved to “No” for a lower range, reinforce that Shanghai’s summer heat consistently breaches moderate thresholds, making a 0% probability for a lower range statistically sound given the region’s climatic norms[2].

Traders should monitor Wunderground’s real-time updates for the Pudong station, particularly the timing of thundery showers which could temporarily suppress peak temperatures, though the overall trend remains firmly hot[3]. The settlement window ends at 12:00 UTC on 9 July, so any late-morning heat spikes or sudden rain delays will be critical; recent forecasts confirm thundery activity is likely, which may introduce volatility but rarely prevents highs from exceeding 30°C[3]. No major cooling events are anticipated, and the absence of significant wind shifts suggests temperatures will remain elevated throughout the day[1].

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