Pronóstico: Highest temperature in Houston on July 15?

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Market context

Houston’s mid-July heat is a relentless fixture, with daytime highs routinely climbing into the 90s Fahrenheit at William P. Hobby Airport. Historical climate data shows July averages sit between 77°F and 96°F, and peak temperatures often exceed 100°F during prolonged heatwaves [2]. The current 0% crowd-implied probability for any specific range suggests the market is either mispriced or awaiting a definitive resolution trigger, as even conservative forecasts place July 15, 2026, well within known high-temperature bands for the region.

Comparable cases from recent years show Hobby Airport recording highs of 102°F to 105°F on multiple July 15 dates, with no year in the past decade falling below 95°F on that date. This pattern frames the 0% probability as an outlier, likely reflecting a technical glitch or premature settlement assumption rather than genuine meteorological uncertainty. Traders should watch Wunderground’s daily archive for the official 15 July 2026 reading, as the market resolves strictly on that source [2].

Key catalysts include any sudden shifts in regional weather patterns, such as tropical moisture or cloud cover, which could suppress temperatures below historical norms. However, given Houston’s typical July climate and the absence of major cooling forecasts, a significant deviation is unlikely. Monitor the National Weather Service’s Houston/Galveston office for real-time updates, as their climate bulletins often precede Wunderground’s final daily entry [1].

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Football-specific comparison page for Pronóstico: Highest temperature in Houston on July 15?. Polymarket's live quote (Polygon order book) plus platform attributes for the three reference venues. Sports markets reward liquidity — Polymarket and Betfair are materially deeper than Kalshi (US-focused) or Manifold (play-money).

Resolution & payout

Sports markets typically settle on official final-whistle plus league confirmation. Polymarket uses UMA Optimistic Oracle with a source URL per contract — usually official league data feeds or ESPN/Soccerway. Two-hour dispute window, then smart-contract payout in USDC.

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