Highest temperature in London on July 17?

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Market context

The market tracks the highest temperature recorded at London City Airport on 17 July 2026, with settlement tied to Wunderground data for that specific station. Current crowd-implied probability sits at 0% for a “YES” outcome on any single range, yet the frontrunner outcome is 28°C at 50%, followed by 29°C at 32%, indicating the market expects a warm but not extreme day [1].

Historical July data frames this probability: London’s average peak is 23°C, but heatwaves routinely push temperatures above 30°C, with a record 40.2°C recorded at Heathrow in July 2022 [4]. The current 50% weighting on 28°C aligns with typical heatwave behaviour rather than record-breaking extremes, suggesting traders view a moderate warm spell as the baseline scenario.

Traders should monitor Met Office heatwave bulletins and the UK’s daily weather schedules, as announcements of high-pressure systems over the Atlantic often trigger rapid temperature shifts in the capital [4]. While no immediate news catalyst is cited for 17 July specifically, the dependency on real-time Wunderground readings means any sudden shift in cloud cover or wind direction could alter the final resolution. Under German GlüStV rules, platforms offering no-KYC access up to $1,500 remain accessible to German users, while US CFTC reach limits participation for US residents; this market’s low threshold and no-KYC structure maximise accessibility for non-US, non-German traders seeking weather exposure without identity verification.

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Methodology

This overview of Highest temperature in London on July 17? 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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