Highest temperature in NYC on July 1?

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Market context

The underlying real-world event is the highest temperature recorded at LaGuardia Airport on 1 July 2026, measured in degrees Fahrenheit and resolved via Wunderground data. This single daily peak determines the market outcome, with the settlement window closing at 12:00 UTC on 1 July 2026.

Historical precedents frame the current 0% YES probability for lower ranges as highly improbable; LaGuardia’s all-time record is 107°F set on 3 July 1966, and July 2026 forecasts indicate daily highs between 81°F and 99°F, with the market currently assigning 90% probability to the 92–93°F range[1][6][8]. Comparable cases from recent summers show consistent clustering in the 90s, making lower thresholds statistically negligible without an extreme cold anomaly, which is not forecasted.

Traders should monitor the National Weather Service climatological reports for LaGuardia, particularly the 40% rain chance on 30 June and potential flooding risks that could suppress peak temperatures, alongside AccuWeather’s July 2026 forecast showing overnight lows of 68–83°F[4][5][6]. The German GlüStV regulatory framework and US CFTC reach define accessibility, with “no-KYC up to $1,500” allowing immediate participation for most users without identity verification, though this specific market’s accessibility hinges on compliance with both jurisdictions’ tax and KYC rules for prediction markets.

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Methodology

This overview of Highest temperature in NYC on July 1? 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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Is there a withdrawal cap?

No platform-side cap. You can withdraw any amount provided KYC is complete. SEPA bank withdrawals over €15,000 trigger additional anti-money-laundering checks (statutory obligation for all platforms).

What if regulation changes?

If regulation changes in your jurisdiction (e.g. prediction markets are banned), Polymarket Tax UK would geo-block the affected region and continue processing withdrawals. Your funds remain withdrawable at any time.