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Closed: Jun 24, 1:00 AM EST
Kalshi
This market predicts the highest temperature recorded in Boston on June 23, 2026. The outcome will be determined by the official National Weather Service Climatological Report (Daily) for that date, with six temperature ranges covering conditions from cool to warm.
Resolution is based on the maximum temperature recorded at Boston Logan Airport, Massachusetts on June 23, 2026, as reported in the National Weather Service's Climatological Report (Daily). The official data source is accessed through the NWS regional climate portal for the Boston office. Six mutually exclusive temperature bands partition the possible outcomes: 73°F or below, 74-75°F, 76-77°F, 78-79°F, 80-81°F, and 82°F or above. Each band corresponds to one market outcome. Traders should note that preliminary NWS data may be subject to rounding and conversion nuances, and the final official report should be consulted for resolution. While weather services like AccuWeather or Google Weather may provide reference information, only the NWS Climatological Report (Daily) serves as the authoritative source for determining the actual maximum temperature and resolving the market.
Prediction market odds reflect real-money trader conviction and often diverge from traditional meteorological forecasts. While weather analysts rely on numerical models and historical climate data, this market aggregates dispersed information from traders who profit by accurately pricing temperature outcomes. Prediction markets can sometimes detect shifts in consensus faster than published forecasts, especially when new data becomes available. However, both approaches have merit: meteorologists bring domain expertise, while markets incorporate diverse perspectives and incentivize accuracy through financial stakes.
On Kalshi, this market is priced through an order-book mechanism where traders buy and sell shares representing different temperature ranges or outcomes. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. The bid-ask spread reflects the current liquidity and disagreement among participants about the likely high temperature on that date. As traders place orders, the market price adjusts to clear supply and demand, with each price point representing an implied probability. Traders can enter or exit positions at any time before the market closes, allowing continuous price discovery throughout the prediction period.
This market resolves around Jun 24, 2026, once the highest temperature recorded in Boston on June 23, 2026 is confirmed and verifiable from credible public sources. The outcome is determined by the actual meteorological data reported for that date, with no ambiguity in measurement or timing. Traders holding positions aligned with the final temperature outcome receive their payout, while those on the wrong side of the market realize losses. Resolution typically occurs within hours of the market close once official data is published.
Major weather pattern shifts, seasonal climate anomalies, and updated long-range forecasts can all drive significant price movement in this market. Traders monitor atmospheric conditions, ocean temperatures, and historical precedent for similar dates to adjust their positions. Unusual heat waves or cold snaps in the weeks leading up to June 23 may signal changing expectations. Additionally, any revisions to seasonal outlooks from meteorological agencies can prompt traders to reassess probabilities. Real-time weather updates closer to the event date typically generate the most volatile trading activity.