Highest temperature in Shenzhen on July 21?

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Market context

Shenzhen will experience its peak daytime heat on 21 July 2026 at the Bao’an International Airport weather station, with the market resolving to the Celsius range containing that day’s highest recorded temperature. The current 0% YES probability implies the crowd expects the temperature to fall outside the specific range offered, though July in this coastal Guangdong city routinely sees highs between 32°C and 36°C, often pushed higher by humidity and limited cloud cover [1][2].

Historical July peaks at ZGSZ frequently breach 35°C, with comparable 2024 and 2025 days recording 36.2°C and 35.8°C respectively under similar overcast-to-thunderstorm conditions; the 0% figure likely reflects a mismatch between the offered range and these established norms rather than an expectation of unusually cool weather [2]. Traders should monitor the daily Wunderground history for the Bao’an station as the settlement window closes, watching for real-time announcements on thunderstorm timing that could suppress peak temperatures, as forecasts indicate a 90% precipitation chance and temperatures peaking near 31°C (88°F) if storms arrive early [2].

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