Highest temperature in Istanbul on July 9?

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Market context

On 9 July 2026, Istanbul Airport will record its peak temperature for the day, with NOAA data determining the market outcome in degrees Celsius. The current crowd-implied probability of 0% for any specific range is starkly at odds with historical patterns, as long-term averages place Istanbul’s July daytime maximum at 27°C with 12 hours of daily sunshine [4]. Recent Polymarket data for 7 July shows a 100% consensus on 27°C, while the 8 July market hovers near 46.5% for 29°C, indicating traders expect temperatures to climb into the high 20s rather than remain below 25°C [2][6]. Turkey’s July climate is characterised by intense heat and minimal rainfall, with average daytime temperatures across most regions exceeding 30°C, making a sub-25°C peak highly improbable for Istanbul [3].

Traders should monitor NOAA’s real-time updates for the Istanbul Airport (site code LTFM) as the settlement window closes at 12:00 UTC on 9 July, with the first data point for the day being the critical dependency [1]. Any sudden shifts in cloud cover or wind patterns from the Black Sea could alter the peak, though July is typically the driest month with only 17mm of average rainfall nationwide [3]. Recent forecasts for Istanbul show daily highs ranging from 78°F to 91°F (25.5°C to 32.8°C), reinforcing that a 25°C peak is unlikely given the current trajectory [8]. No major weather announcements are pending, but the resolution source remains strictly the highest “Temp” reading under metric units, requiring traders to verify the “Switch to Metric Units” toggle before finalising positions [1]. The market’s 0% probability appears to be a mispricing error rather than a reflection of actual meteorological conditions.

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Methodology

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Resolution & payout

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FAQ

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What's the difference between match odds and outright odds?

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