Platform comparison
| Platform | YES odds | NO odds | Fee | KYC | Settlement | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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99% | 1% | 0% (USDC on-chain) | No-KYC up to $1,500 | USDC, auto via UMA oracle | Trade this market → |
Polymarket (direct) polymarket.com |
99% | 1% | 0% | Geo-blocked in US/UK/EU | USDC, on-chain | Trade this market → |
Kalshi kalshi.com |
— | — | Up to 7% per trade | US-only, KYC required | USD | Trade this market → |
Betfair Exchange betfair.com |
— | — | 2-5% commission | Full KYC from first trade | GBP / EUR | Trade this market → |
Manifold Markets manifold.markets |
— | — | Play-money (mana) | None — play-money | Mana (no cash-out) | Trade this market → |
Outcome probabilities
Current market-implied probability for each outcome, from the live order book.
| Outcome | Probability |
|---|---|
| 28°C | 99% |
| 29°C | 1% |
| 20°C or below | 0% |
| 21°C | 0% |
| 26°C | 0% |
| 27°C | 0% |
| 22°C | 0% |
| 23°C | 0% |
| 24°C | 0% |
| 25°C | 0% |
| 30°C or higher | 0% |
Market context
Chongqing will experience its peak summer heat on 2 July 2026, with the Jiangbei International Airport Station recording the day’s highest temperature in degrees Celsius. July and August are the hottest months in the region, averaging around 33°C, while daytime highs frequently reach 43°C due to intense humidity and the urban heat island effect[1][2]. The current crowd-implied probability of 0% for a specific temperature range appears misaligned with historical records, as temperatures in Chongqing during early July consistently exceed 35°C, often feeling like 43°C even after sunset[3][5]. Comparable cases from recent years show that early July routinely delivers extreme heat, making any prediction below 30°C statistically improbable and suggesting the market may be underpricing the likelihood of higher thresholds[4].
Traders should monitor real-time updates from Wunderground, the official resolution source, for hourly temperature spikes that could shift the outcome[7]. Key catalysts include sudden changes in cloud cover or wind patterns, which can temporarily suppress peak readings, as well as announcements of local weather advisories that might indicate extreme conditions[3]. Recent climate data confirms that the 10-day period from 21–31 July delivers the highest average highs at 29.3°C, but early July often exceeds this due to pre-summer intensity[7]. No major suspensions or injuries affect the weather, but traders must watch for unexpected precipitation events, which are rare in July but could alter the temperature trajectory if they occur[2]. The market’s current form suggests a need for recalibration based on these dependencies.
Methodology
Football-specific comparison page for Highest temperature in Chongqing on July 2?. 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.
FAQ
- When do sports markets resolve?
- Typically within hours of the official final whistle. Polymarket uses UMA Optimistic Oracle with source URLs pointing at official league data feeds — e.g. the Premier League for EPL markets, UEFA for Champions League, FIFA for World Cup.
- Can I bet on individual matches?
- Yes, Polymarket lists every major Premier League / Champions League / World Cup match as its own market. Liquidity varies — top matches like El Clásico or a semi-final often have six-figure pools, lower-league games closer to three-figure.
- How fast do sports winnings settle?
- Once the official league outcome is logged in the UMA Oracle (typically 1-2 hours after the final whistle), Polymarket's smart contract triggers USDC payout. To your wallet within minutes.
- What's the difference between match odds and outright odds?
- Match odds cover a single game ("Bayern beats BVB"). Outright odds are long-term aggregates ("Bayern wins the league"). Outright markets have deeper liquidity; match markets have faster resolution.
- Can I import form data and lineups?
- This page shows the live Polymarket quote as an implied probability. Form data and lineups must be researched separately via sports data providers (e.g. Soccerway, ESPN, FBref) — we surface the market probability, not the sport analysis.
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