Highest temperature in Seoul on July 13?

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Market context

The market hinges on whether Seoul’s Incheon International Airport records a peak temperature on 13 July 2026 that falls within a specific Celsius range, with the crowd currently assigning zero probability to the YES outcome. July in Seoul is typically hot and humid, with average highs near 28–30°C and frequent monsoon rainfall that can suppress extreme heat, though heatwaves occasionally push temperatures above 35°C [4][6]. Historical data shows 30 July 2025 as the warmest average day in July, reaching 28.9°C, while 2025 saw Seoul experience 22 tropical nights—overnight temperatures above 25°C—indicating a trend toward more intense summer heat [7][10].

Traders should monitor the Korea Meteorological Administration’s short-range forecasts for shower activity and temperature spikes ahead of 13 July, as precipitation probability and intensity directly influence peak temperatures [9]. A sudden break in the monsoon pattern, coupled with high-pressure systems, could trigger a heatwave similar to the record-breaking conditions seen in July 2025, which included 22 consecutive tropical nights [7]. The settlement relies on Wunderground’s recorded high for Incheon Airport, so any discrepancy between forecast models and actual station data could alter the outcome.

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