Highest temperature in London on July 3?

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Market context

London City Airport is expected to reach a peak of 26–27°C on 3 July 2026, with recent Met Office and ECMWF ensemble forecasts strongly backing 27°C as the most likely maximum[1]. This aligns closely with historical July patterns for the station, where the hottest month typically averages a high of 72°F (22°C), though recent years have seen peaks well above that average[10]. The record high for London remains 40.2°C, recorded at Heathrow in 2022, but such extremes are rare at City Airport due to its urban, coastal location[9]. Given the current crowd-implied probability of 0% for a lower range, the market is effectively pricing in a standard warm July day, not a heatwave.

Traders should monitor real-time updates from Wunderground, the official resolution source, as temperatures can shift rapidly with cloud cover or wind direction changes[1]. The settlement window ends at 12:00 UTC on 3 July, meaning any late-afternoon spike will not count[1]. BBC Weather currently forecasts a high of 26°C for Friday 3 July, with clear skies and southerly winds, which supports the 27°C frontrunner[4]. No major weather anomalies are expected, but sudden shifts in the SW wind at 19 km/h could alter the peak[3]. Watch for any official Met Office bulletins issued before noon, as they may refine the day’s maximum[8].

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Methodology

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FAQ

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