Highest temperature in Los Angeles on July 12?

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Market context

Los Angeles is set to experience its typical July marine layer on 12 July 2026, with the Los Angeles International Airport Station expected to record a high between 74°F and 77°F. Historical averages for the month show daytime maximums reaching 29°C (85°F), yet the coastal influence at KLAX consistently moderates peak temperatures, often keeping them below inland highs [4][5]. The current 0% probability assigned to any outcome above 77°F aligns with this pattern, as traders recognise the persistent onshore flow that suppresses extreme heat at the airport station.

Recent market data from Polymarket shows the 76–77°F bracket as the frontrunner at 67%, with 74–75°F holding 25%, reflecting confidence in moderate conditions rather than a heatwave [1]. While an intense heatwave gripped Southern California on 9 July 2026, pushing temperatures scorchingly high and raising wildfire concerns, such events are typically short-lived and less likely to persist through the 12th without a significant shift in atmospheric dynamics [6]. Traders should monitor the National Weather Service’s daily marine layer forecasts and any updates on onshore wind strength, as these are the primary catalysts that could push temperatures toward the upper end of the expected range or trigger a cooler outcome.

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Methodology

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