Platform comparison
| Platform | YES odds | NO odds | Fee | KYC | Settlement | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Polymarket (via World Cup 2026 Favorites) Pick polygram.ink (preferred broker) |
90% | 10% | 0% (USDC on-chain) | No-KYC up to $1,500 | USDC, auto via UMA oracle | Trade this market → |
Polymarket (direct) polymarket.com |
90% | 10% | 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 |
|---|---|
| 30°C | 90% |
| 31°C | 13% |
| 32°C | 1% |
| 25°C or below | 0% |
| 26°C | 0% |
| 27°C | 0% |
| 28°C | 0% |
| 29°C | 0% |
| 33°C | 0% |
| 34°C | 0% |
| 35°C or higher | 0% |
Market context
Shenzhen will experience peak summer heat on 28 July 2026, with the highest temperature recorded at Bao'an International Airport Station determining the settlement outcome. July sits at the tail end of Shenzhen's monsoon season, when the city transitions from its wettest months into the most consistently hot period before autumn relief arrives in September.
Historical data from Wunderground shows Shenzhen's July highs typically range between 32°C and 35°C, with occasional spikes to 36°C or above during particularly intense heat waves. The 0% crowd probability suggests traders are either waiting for additional context about atmospheric conditions or treating this as a placeholder market pending clearer forecast data. Comparable July 28th readings from prior years provide the most reliable baseline; the airport station's elevation and coastal proximity moderate temperatures slightly compared to inland districts, though the urban heat island effect remains pronounced.
Traders should monitor tropical cyclone activity across the South China Sea in late July, as approaching systems can either suppress temperatures through cloud cover and precipitation or intensify heat through stalled high-pressure systems beforehand. The settlement window closes at midday UTC on 28 July, meaning final forecasts from meteorological services become critical in the 48 hours prior. Current atmospheric patterns and any official heat warnings issued by the China Meteorological Administration will provide actionable signals for positioning before the market resolves.
Methodology
Football-specific comparison page for Highest temperature in Shenzhen on July 28?. 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
- 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.
- What are live sports odds on Polymarket?
- Some top-tier matches stay open during play — you can trade the half-time probability in the 70th minute. Polymarket mid-prices update second-by-second; any frontend mirroring the order book shows the same movement.
- Which sports markets are available?
- Football (soccer) dominates — Champions League, World Cup, Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga — followed by NFL, NBA, tennis Grand Slams, Formula 1, boxing/MMA. Resolution via official league source confirmation.
- 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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