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 the figure drawn from Weather Underground's Daily Observations table rather than summary forecasts. August represents the tail end of Taipei's summer monsoon season, when daily highs typically range between 32–35°C, though extreme heat events can push readings several degrees higher.

Historical August data from Songshan Airport shows that temperatures exceeding 36°C occur in roughly one-third of years during this period, with the station's all-time August maximum standing at 38.9°C. The current 0% crowd probability suggests traders are pricing in a scenario where the day's peak falls below the lowest threshold offered, though this warrants scrutiny given August's consistent heat patterns in northern Taiwan. Recent decades have seen a gradual warming trend, with the 2010s and 2020s producing more frequent high-temperature days than earlier periods.

The specific resolution methodology—reliance on Songshan Airport's official observations rather than broader city measurements—matters considerably, as airport stations often record slightly different values than urban centres due to surface characteristics and measurement protocols. Traders should monitor seasonal forecasts released in July 2026 and any unusual atmospheric patterns (tropical cyclones, heat domes) that might suppress or amplify temperatures in the weeks preceding the settlement date. The distinction between Daily Observations and Day High & Low summaries has resolved similar markets differently historically, making source verification essential before settlement.

Methodology

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Resolution & payout

Sports markets typically settle on official final-whistle plus league confirmation. Polymarket uses UMA Optimistic Oracle with a source URL per contract — usually official league data feeds or ESPN/Soccerway. Two-hour dispute window, then smart-contract payout in USDC.

FAQ

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Can I import form data and lineups?

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