TOTAL VOLUME:
$134.2b
24H VOL:
$130,522,377
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,388,728,490
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,438,389,636
404,028
Markets across
30,214
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MATCHED EVENTS:
2,681
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
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Polymarket:
39%
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Kalshi:
61%
Closed: Jul 12, 2:00 AM EST
Kalshi
This market tracks the lowest temperature recorded in Dallas on July 11, 2026. The outcome will be determined by the official National Weather Service daily climatological report for that date, which provides the minimum temperature measurement for the Dallas/Fort Worth area.
Resolution is based on the minimum temperature recorded at Dallas on July 11, 2026, as reported in the National Weather Service's Climatological Report (Daily) for the Dallas/Fort Worth, TX location. The official data source is accessed through the NWS regional climate portal. Temperature ranges are divided into six bands: 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 a distinct market outcome. Traders should note that preliminary NWS data may be subject to rounding and conversion nuances, and the final official report should be used for resolution rather than real-time weather services.
Prediction market odds often diverge from traditional weather forecasts because they incorporate real-time trader sentiment and financial incentives. While meteorologists rely on atmospheric models and historical data, this market aggregates the beliefs of participants who have money at stake. Comparing the implied probability from trading odds to published forecasts from the National Weather Service or private meteorological firms can reveal where the crowd sees risk differently. Both sources offer value: analysts provide detailed reasoning, while market prices reflect distributed knowledge and conviction.
On Kalshi, this market is priced through a continuous order book where traders submit bids and asks for shares tied to specific temperature ranges or outcomes. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. The price of each contract reflects supply and demand; as new information emerges or sentiment shifts, the odds update in real time. Traders profit by buying low and selling high, or by holding positions until resolution. The platform's matching engine ensures transparent price discovery throughout the trading period.
This market resolves around Jul 12, 2026, after July 11, 2026 has passed and the actual low temperature for Dallas becomes known. The outcome is determined by verified data from credible public sources that record the day's minimum temperature. Once the event is confirmed and the winning outcome is clear, traders holding the correct position receive their payout. Resolution typically occurs within hours of the market close, pending final data verification.
Weather forecasts updated by the National Weather Service, long-range climate models, and seasonal patterns can all shift trader expectations and move odds. Major weather systems—cold fronts, heat domes, or unusual atmospheric conditions—may be flagged weeks in advance, prompting early repositioning. Real-time developments closer to July 11, such as sudden forecast changes or anomalous weather patterns, typically trigger sharper price movements. Trading volume and media coverage of extreme weather events can also amplify market swings as new participants enter or exit positions.