Platform comparison
| Platform | YES odds | NO odds | Fee | KYC | Settlement | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Polymarket (via Sport Prediction) Pick polygram.ink (preferred broker) |
97% | 3% | 0% (USDC on-chain) | No-KYC up to $1,500 | USDC, auto via UMA oracle | Live odds → |
Polymarket (direct) polymarket.com |
97% | 3% | 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 |
|---|---|
| 28°C | 97% |
| 29°C | 2% |
| 30°C | 2% |
| 31°C or higher | 2% |
| 21°C or below | 0% |
| 22°C | 0% |
| 23°C | 0% |
| 24°C | 0% |
| 25°C | 0% |
| 26°C | 0% |
| 27°C | 0% |
Market context
The real-world event in question is the peak temperature recorded at Qingdao Jiaodong International Airport on 9 July 2026, a date firmly within the region’s warm season. Historical data confirms that July is consistently the hottest month in Qingdao, with average daily highs well above 75°F and frequent spikes into the 80s or higher[2]. The current crowd-implied probability of 0% for any specific temperature range appears starkly misaligned with these long-term patterns, as similar markets in past years have resolved to high temperatures without exception during this period[1].
Traders should monitor immediate weather forecasts and real-time METAR reports from the airport, which can signal rapid shifts in cloud cover or humidity that influence peak temperatures[3][4]. While no major weather announcements are scheduled, the settlement window ending 2026-07-09T12:00:00Z means that data from Wunderground will be the definitive resolution source, and any gaps in reporting could delay or alter outcomes[5]. Recent historical records for July 2026 in Qingdao suggest temperatures will remain elevated, reinforcing the likelihood that the 0% probability is an error rather than a rational assessment[6].
Methodology
Sports-specific comparison page for Highest temperature in Qingdao on July 9?. 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.
FAQ
- Are prediction markets better than sports betting?
- Prediction markets tend toward tighter odds than bookmakers because they use peer-to-peer exchange rather than bookmaker margin. On major matches, Polymarket quotes typically sit 2-5% closer to the true probability model than bet365 or DraftKings.
- 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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