Highest temperature in Tokyo on June 30?

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Market context

The underlying event is the daily peak temperature at Tokyo Haneda Airport on 30 June 2026, measured in degrees Celsius by Wunderground. Historical data shows Tokyo has recently endured extreme heat, including a record 36.4°C in June 2025 and 10 consecutive days above 35°C in August 2024, while Japan’s national record hit 41.2°C in Tamba last July[1][10]. Haneda’s typical June highs range 24–28°C, yet the 0% crowd-implied probability for “YES” suggests traders expect temperatures well below the resolution threshold, possibly due to forecasted cooler conditions or a high threshold set by the market[2][3].

Traders should monitor the Japan Meteorological Agency’s daily heatwave bulletins and AccuWeather’s updated Haneda forecasts, which currently predict highs of 24–28°C for late June 2026[2]. Recent news confirms Tokyo’s June 2025 was the hottest in 147 years, with temperatures climbing to 36.4°C, indicating a volatile baseline that could shift if monsoon patterns or urban heat effects intensify[10]. The settlement depends entirely on Wunderground’s official reading, so any discrepancy between forecast and recorded data could alter outcomes.

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