Highest temperature in Wellington on July 25?

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Market context

Wellington International Airport will record its highest daily temperature on 25 July 2026, measured in degrees Celsius. The settlement will draw from Wunderground's historical weather database for that specific station and date, with resolution occurring at 12:00 UTC on the settlement day. The 0% crowd probability reflects the inherent difficulty in pricing weather events more than eighteen months ahead; meteorological forecasting beyond two weeks carries substantial uncertainty, and long-range seasonal models remain probabilistic rather than deterministic.

Wellington's winter climate (July falls in the Southern Hemisphere's coldest season) typically produces daily highs between 10–13°C, though coastal exposure and occasional northwesterly föhn winds can drive temperatures several degrees higher. Historical July records at the airport show occasional peaks near 18°C during anomalous warm spells. The current zero probability likely signals either thin liquidity or traders' reluctance to commit capital to an event whose outcome depends on atmospheric conditions unknowable at this distance. Comparable weather markets on prediction platforms show similar pricing patterns for events beyond the ten-day meteorological horizon.

Traders monitoring this market should track New Zealand MetService seasonal outlooks, which typically release updated forecasts quarterly. El Niño or La Niña conditions announced between now and mid-2026 could shift long-range temperature probabilities for the region. The settlement window closes at noon UTC on the day itself, meaning real-time weather data becomes available only hours before resolution. Any trader entering positions should verify Wunderground's historical data access and confirm the Wellington Intl Airport station (NZWN) remains the designated source, as station changes or data gaps occasionally affect weather market settlements.

Methodology

This overview of Highest temperature in Wellington on July 25? 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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What if regulation changes?

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