Highest temperature in Seattle on July 16?

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Market context

The market tracks the peak Fahrenheit temperature recorded at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport on 16 July 2026, with settlement dependent on Wunderground’s daily high for that specific station. Current crowd-implied probability sits at 0% for the YES outcome, yet the frontrunner outcome is 64–65°F at 68%, followed by 66–67°F at 19%, indicating the market expects moderate summer warmth rather than extreme heat [1]. Historical July averages in Seattle show daytime highs up to 26°C (79°F) and cooler nights around 13°C (55°F), with typically only two rainy days and modest wind speeds, suggesting the 64–65°F range aligns with a cooler-than-average but plausible summer day [2].

Traders should monitor the National Weather Service’s mid-July forecast updates for the Pacific Northwest, as shifts in marine layer strength or inland heat dome positioning can rapidly alter expected highs. The settlement window closes at 2026-07-16T12:00:00Z, meaning any temperature recorded after that UTC time does not count, and the resolution source is strictly the Wunderground daily high for KSEA. While the market currently shows 0% probability for an extreme outcome, the distribution of implied probabilities across temperature bands reflects a consensus leaning toward mild conditions, consistent with Seattle’s typical July climate profile [1][2].

Regulatory access hinges on jurisdiction: German GlüStV implications may restrict participation for residents unless the platform holds a state licence, while US CFTC reach extends to prediction markets offering binary outcomes on non-financial events. The “no-KYC up to $1,500” threshold means users can access this weather market without identity verification below that limit, enhancing accessibility for casual traders, though larger positions will trigger compliance checks. These frameworks do not alter the underlying weather event but define the legal perimeter for participation.

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Methodology

This overview of Highest temperature in Seattle on July 16? 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.

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FAQ

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