Highest temperature in Madrid on July 21?

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Market context

Madrid's peak temperature on 21 July 2026 will be measured at the official airport weather station and resolved against historical records from Wunderground. July is Madrid's hottest month, with average highs around 32–34°C, though extreme heat waves regularly push readings into the high 30s and occasionally above 40°C. The settlement window closes at midday UTC, meaning only temperatures recorded up to that point count toward resolution.

Historical data from Madrid-Barajas shows July peaks have exceeded 40°C in roughly one year per decade over the past fifty years, with notable instances in 2012 (40.3°C), 2015 (40.0°C), and 2017 (39.6°C). The 0% crowd probability suggests traders are either uncertain about the exact temperature bands offered or expect a cooler-than-average day. Comparable July dates at the same station typically fall between 30–37°C under normal atmospheric conditions, with outlier heat events requiring specific high-pressure systems to materialise.

Catalysts to monitor include European weather forecasts issued in early July 2026, particularly whether the Azores High pressure system intensifies over the Iberian Peninsula. Spain's national meteorological agency (AEMET) typically issues heat-wave alerts three to five days in advance when temperatures are expected to exceed regional thresholds. Any Atlantic storm systems tracking northward in late June could suppress temperatures, whilst persistent continental air masses would favour higher readings. Real-time conditions on the day itself—cloud cover, wind patterns, and overnight lows—will determine whether Madrid reaches the upper temperature ranges.

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