Platform comparison
| Platform | YES odds | NO odds | Fee | KYC | Settlement | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Polymarket (via Sport Prediction) Pick polygram.ink (preferred broker) |
64% | 36% | 0% (USDC on-chain) | No-KYC up to $1,500 | USDC, auto via UMA oracle | Live odds → |
Polymarket (direct) polymarket.com |
64% | 36% | 0% | Geo-blocked in US/UK/EU | USDC, on-chain | Live odds → |
Kalshi kalshi.com |
— | — | Up to 7% per trade | US-only, KYC required | USD | Live odds → |
Betfair Exchange betfair.com |
— | — | 2-5% commission | Full KYC from first trade | GBP / EUR | Live odds → |
Manifold Markets manifold.markets |
— | — | Play-money (mana) | None — play-money | Mana (no cash-out) | Live odds → |
Outcome probabilities
Current market-implied probability for each outcome, from the live order book.
| Outcome | Probability |
|---|---|
| 34°C | 64% |
| 35°C | 32% |
| 36°C | 3% |
| 28°C or below | 0% |
| 29°C | 0% |
| 30°C | 0% |
| 31°C | 0% |
| 32°C | 0% |
| 33°C | 0% |
| 37°C | 0% |
| 38°C or higher | 0% |
Market context
Amsterdam's weather on 14 August 2026 will be measured against historical temperature patterns for that date and season. Mid-August in the Netherlands typically sees warm but temperate conditions, with daily highs averaging 22–24°C. Extreme heat events—temperatures exceeding 30°C—occur occasionally but remain relatively uncommon for this period, though the region has experienced several notably warm summers in recent years.
The 0% crowd probability reflects the inherent difficulty in predicting specific temperature thresholds months in advance. Historical data from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol Station, the designated measurement point, shows considerable year-to-year variation. August 2023 recorded a high of 28.5°C on the 14th; August 2022 reached 25.1°C on the same date. Longer-term records indicate that temperatures above 30°C on this date occur roughly once per decade, making higher-range outcomes genuinely rare rather than impossible.
Resolution depends entirely on the Daily Observations table at Weather Underground, with particular attention to how readings are recorded during peak afternoon hours when maximum temperatures typically occur. Traders should monitor seasonal weather forecasts released in late July 2026, which will provide the first substantive indication of whether high-pressure systems or Atlantic weather patterns might drive anomalous heat. The settlement window closes at midday on 14 August, allowing only morning forecasts to inform final trading positions.
Methodology
Sports-specific comparison page for Highest temperature in Amsterdam on August 14?. 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 or Manifold.
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.
UK Frequently Asked Questions
- 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.
- Is Polymarket legal in the UK?
- Polymarket is accessible to UK traders but is not UKGC-licensed. It operates under US CFTC jurisdiction. UK residents face no domestic legal prohibition on using it, but UKGC consumer protections do not apply. For UKGC-regulated alternatives, Betfair Exchange and Smarkets offer similar prediction-style markets.
- Do I pay tax on prediction market profits in the UK?
- UKGC-licensed platform profits (Betfair, Smarkets) are typically tax-free gambling winnings for UK individuals. Polymarket profits involve USDC crypto transactions, which HMRC treats as Capital Gains Tax events. Keep full transaction records and report via Self Assessment if gains exceed £3,000 per tax year.
- How do I deposit on Polymarket from the UK?
- UK traders typically fund Polymarket via Coinbase UK, Kraken or Revolut — buying USDC with GBP and transferring to a Polygon-compatible wallet (MetaMask, Coinbase Wallet). Polymarket's onboarding walks you through the bridging process. Typical GBP-to-USDC conversion costs 0.5–1%.
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