Highest temperature in Houston on July 10?

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Market context

The market hinges on whether Houston’s William P. Hobby Airport records a temperature within a specific Fahrenheit range on 10 July 2026, with the crowd currently assigning zero probability to the YES outcome. Historical data shows Houston reached 104°F on 10 July 2022, while July 2026 forecasts project daily highs between 83°F and 96°F, with an average of 93°F [2][4]. The current 0% implied probability likely reflects the forecasted ceiling staying below the threshold required for the YES condition, though extreme heat events can deviate from averages.

Regulatory framing is critical for accessibility: German GlüStV implications may restrict participation for EU residents, while US CFTC reach could affect US traders depending on market classification. The ‘no-KYC up to $1,500’ feature allows traders to access this weather market without identity verification below that threshold, enhancing liquidity from casual participants. Traders should monitor the National Weather Service’s heat dome updates for Southeast Texas and Wunderground’s real-time hourly data for KHOU, as evening rain chances noted in recent forecasts could suppress peak temperatures [7][8].

No moral stance on trading is offered; the facts remain that settlement occurs at 12:00 UTC on 10 July 2026, with Wunderground as the sole resolution source. The absence of a 100°F day in 2026 so far, per Houston Chronicle reporting, supports the crowd’s scepticism, though above-normal heat trends persist [8]. Traders must weigh forecast volatility against the zero-probability stance before the window closes.

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Methodology

This overview of Highest temperature in Houston on July 10? 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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Not for lifetime trading volume under $1,500. Above that threshold, a quick KYC flow kicks in — ID, selfie, approximately 5-10 minutes. The threshold matches FATF travel standards for unregulated crypto platforms.

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