توقع: Highest temperature in Taipei on August 20?

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Market context

The highest temperature recorded at Taipei Songshan Airport on 20 August 2026 will determine this market's resolution, with settlement based on the Daily Observations table rather than summary figures from Weather Underground. August in Taipei typically sees peak summer heat, with daily highs regularly exceeding 33°C and occasional readings above 35°C during heat waves.

Taipei's August temperatures have historically clustered in the 32–35°C range, though extremes above 36°C occur roughly once every three to five years during particularly intense subtropical high-pressure systems. The 0% crowd probability suggests traders are pricing in either an unusually cool day or systematic uncertainty about the specific temperature thresholds available in this market's resolution bands. August 2026 falls within the typical monsoon transition period, when afternoon thunderstorms can briefly suppress afternoon peaks, though sustained heat remains the dominant pattern.

Traders should monitor seasonal forecasts from Taiwan's Central Weather Administration in the weeks preceding 20 August, particularly any alerts regarding heat waves or unusual atmospheric patterns. The distinction between Songshan Airport's official readings and other Taipei weather stations matters operationally—airport stations often record slightly different temperatures due to surface characteristics and exposure. Historical volatility in August temperature ranges and the specificity of using Daily Observations data rather than Day High & Low summaries create meaningful settlement risk that the current crowd probability may not fully reflect.

Methodology

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Resolution & payout

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FAQ

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How fast do sports winnings settle?

Once the official league outcome is logged in the UMA Oracle (typically 1-2 hours after the final whistle), Polymarket's smart contract triggers USDC payout. To your wallet within minutes.