Highest temperature in Hong Kong on August 20?

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Market context

On 20 August 2026, the Hong Kong Observatory will record the day's maximum temperature in degrees Celsius. This market resolves to whichever temperature band contains that single highest reading, measured to one decimal place and published in the Observatory's official Daily Extract once finalised. The settlement window closes at noon UTC on that date, though resolution cannot occur until the Observatory publishes its data, typically within days of the observation period.

Hong Kong's August temperatures are historically consistent within a narrow band. Over the past three decades, absolute daily maxima in mid-August have ranged between 32–35°C, with the modal outcome clustering around 33–34°C. The 0% crowd probability suggests traders are either awaiting market liquidity or treating this as a calibration exercise rather than expressing genuine uncertainty about whether a temperature will be recorded. August is Hong Kong's peak summer season; typhoon activity occasionally suppresses temperatures, but sustained heat remains the baseline expectation. Comparable markets on daily temperature observations typically see resolution without dispute when the source agency publishes official data.

Traders should monitor the Hong Kong Observatory's seasonal forecasts and any tropical cyclone warnings issued in early August 2026, as these directly influence daily maxima. The Observatory publishes its monthly climate summaries and daily extracts on a fixed schedule; delays are rare but can occur during severe weather events. Regulatory accessibility varies by jurisdiction: under German GlüStV provisions, this market may face restrictions in certain EU territories, whilst US CFTC reach typically exempts prediction markets on non-financial events under certain conditions. Traders in lower-regulation zones may access this market without KYC procedures up to approximately $1,500 notional exposure, depending on the platform's domicile and licensing framework.

Methodology

This overview of Highest temperature in Hong Kong on August 20? reviews the four comparable platforms from a regulatory perspective: which is accessible in your jurisdiction, where KYC kicks in, how the platform is classified by your country of residence. Live probability is the Polymarket mid; comparison columns show regulatory status, KYC thresholds and settlement options for each platform.

Resolution & payout

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FAQ

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