Highest temperature in Manila on August 17?

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Market context

Manila's weather on 17 August 2026 will be measured at Ninoy Aquino International Airport, with resolution determined by the Daily Observations table on Weather Underground rather than summary high-low figures. The settlement window closes at midday UTC on that date, meaning the highest temperature recorded during the full calendar day will determine the outcome.

August sits at the tail end of Manila's southwest monsoon season, when afternoon temperatures typically range between 28–32°C, though humidity remains oppressive. Historical data from the airport station shows that mid-August highs rarely exceed 33°C; the last decade's records indicate most days cluster around 30–31°C. The 0% crowd probability suggests traders are pricing in an expectation that the market's upper temperature bracket lies above typical August conditions—a reasonable assessment given that extreme heat events in Manila during this month are uncommon, with the monsoon circulation moderating peak afternoon temperatures compared to the pre-monsoon months of April and May.

Traders should monitor the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) forecasts as August 2026 approaches, particularly any advisories regarding monsoon breaks or temporary high-pressure systems that could suppress cloud cover and elevate temperatures. El Niño or La Niña conditions active during mid-2026 would be the primary climate driver affecting whether August temperatures deviate from the 30-year normal. The specific resolution methodology—using Daily Observations rather than the Day High & Low summary—means traders must account for potential discrepancies between different Weather Underground data tables when assessing settlement risk.

Methodology

Football-specific comparison page for Highest temperature in Manila on August 17?. Polymarket's live quote (Polygon order book) plus platform attributes for the three reference venues. Sports markets reward liquidity — Polymarket and Betfair are materially deeper than Kalshi (US-focused) or Manifold (play-money).

Resolution & payout

Sports markets typically settle on official final-whistle plus league confirmation. Polymarket uses UMA Optimistic Oracle with a source URL per contract — usually official league data feeds or ESPN/Soccerway. Two-hour dispute window, then smart-contract payout in USDC.

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