Platform comparison
| Platform | YES odds | NO odds | Fee | KYC | Settlement | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Polymarket (via World Cup 2026 Favorites) Pick polygram.ink (preferred broker) |
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 |
|---|---|
| 16°C | 99% |
| 17°C | 1% |
| 10°C or below | 0% |
| 11°C | 0% |
| 12°C | 0% |
| 13°C | 0% |
| 14°C | 0% |
| 15°C | 0% |
| 18°C | 0% |
| 19°C | 0% |
| 20°C or higher | 0% |
Market context
Wellington is experiencing midwinter conditions as the city records its highest daily temperature for 15 July 2026, with current readings at the International Airport showing 15°C amid strong south-south-westerly winds and 72% humidity[2]. The settlement window closes at noon UTC, locking in the final peak temperature recorded by Wunderground for the Wellington Intl Airport Station.
Historical midwinter highs in Wellington typically range between 10°C and 16°C, with 12°C and 13°C emerging as the market’s frontrunners at 47% each, suggesting the crowd expects a cool but not extreme day[1]. The current 0% probability assigned to any outcome exceeding 15°C aligns with the region’s stable winter pattern, where temperatures rarely breach 17°C without a significant northerly warm-air intrusion.
Traders should monitor real-time updates from Wunderground’s daily history page for NZWN, as the final resolution depends solely on the highest recorded temperature across all times on 15 July[1]. Any sudden shift in wind direction to north or northeast could act as a catalyst, potentially pushing temperatures higher, though current forecasts show no such change imminent. The BBC Weather data confirms persistent south-westerly flow, which typically suppresses peak temperatures in Wellington during July[2].
Methodology
Football-specific comparison page for Highest temperature in Wellington on July 15?. 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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