Pronóstico: Highest temperature in NYC on July 2?

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Market context

The real-world event is the daily high temperature recorded at LaGuardia Airport on 2 July 2026, which will determine the outcome of a prediction market resolving to a specific Fahrenheit range. Historical data shows LaGuardia’s July highs typically span 81° to 99°F, with an all-time record of 107°F set on 3 July 1966, just one day after the market’s settlement date[2][8]. Other notable records include 101°F on 2 July 1966 and 103°F at Newark on the same date in 1901, indicating that extreme heat on this day is rare but not unprecedented[7]. The current crowd-implied probability of 0% YES suggests traders believe the temperature will fall outside the offered range, likely due to expectations of moderate conditions rather than record-breaking swelter.

Traders should monitor daily weather forecasts from AccuWeather and Wunderground for LaGuardia, particularly any sudden shifts toward extreme heat advisories or record-breaking predictions[2][3]. Recent news highlights that New York faced its hottest day of the year on 2 July 2026, with Central Park forecast to reach 100°F, tying a 1966 record[4]. Delta Air Lines has already issued weather alerts noting operational constraints at LaGuardia due to high heat, which could signal rising temperatures affecting flight schedules[6]. Watch for official National Weather Service climatological reports and Wunderground’s real-time updates, as these are the definitive resolution sources for the market[5]. Any announcement of extreme heat warnings or record-breaking forecasts in the coming days would be a critical catalyst for price movement.

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Methodology

Football-specific comparison page for Pronóstico: Highest temperature in NYC on July 2?. 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

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