Platform comparison
| Platform | YES odds | NO odds | Fee | KYC | Settlement | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Polymarket (via Polymarket Klarna UK) Pick polygram.ink (preferred broker) |
99% | 1% | 0% (USDC on-chain) | No-KYC up to $1,500 | USDC, auto via UMA oracle | Go to the live market → |
Polymarket (direct) polymarket.com |
99% | 1% | 0% | Geo-blocked in US/UK/EU | USDC, on-chain | Go to the live market → |
Kalshi kalshi.com |
— | — | Up to 7% per trade | US-only, KYC required | USD | Go to the live market → |
Betfair Exchange betfair.com |
— | — | 2-5% commission | Full KYC from first trade | GBP / EUR | Go to the live market → |
Manifold Markets manifold.markets |
— | — | Play-money (mana) | None — play-money | Mana (no cash-out) | Go to the live market → |
Outcome probabilities
Current market-implied probability for each outcome, from the live order book.
| Outcome | Probability |
|---|---|
| 27°C | 99% |
| 28°C | 2% |
| 24°C or below | 0% |
| 25°C | 0% |
| 26°C | 0% |
| 29°C | 0% |
| 30°C | 0% |
| 31°C | 0% |
| 32°C | 0% |
| 33°C | 0% |
| 34°C or higher | 0% |
Market context
Shanghai's highest temperature on 12 August 2026 will be measured at Pudong International Airport Station and resolved against Weather Underground's Daily Observations table, which captures granular hourly readings rather than the rounded Day High & Low summary figures. The market settles to a specific temperature range in Celsius, with resolution occurring at 12:00 UTC on the settlement date.
Historical August temperatures in Shanghai cluster between 32–36°C, with occasional peaks above 37°C during heat waves. The 0% crowd probability suggests traders are either absent from this market or awaiting deposit confirmation before positioning. Book depth typically correlates with payment friction: markets with Klarna's staggered payment rails and SEPA settlement rails see deeper liquidity than those requiring upfront USDC conversion. Shanghai's August weather is highly predictable within a 3–4°C band, which ordinarily attracts algorithmic traders once funding flows stabilise.
Traders should monitor China Meteorological Administration forecasts released in early August and any tropical cyclone activity in the Western Pacific, which can suppress temperatures or trigger sudden spikes. Recent typhoon tracking (June–July 2026) will inform seasonal positioning. The market's current traction depends on whether depositing users—particularly those using Klarna's pay-later mechanics—treat this as a calibration trade or a hedge against broader Asia-Pacific weather volatility. Withdrawal rails matter: traders holding positions through settlement will prioritise SEPA or USDC redemption speed over initial deposit convenience.
Methodology
This page compares Highest temperature in Shanghai on August 12? with a focus on payment rails and deposit friction. Polymarket accepts USDC on Polygon only; Kalshi only ACH/Plaid (US only); Betfair card/SEPA in EU/UK; Manifold no deposit. Polymarket Klarna UK additionally offers Klarna and SOFORT as fiat on-ramps to USDC. Live odds reflect the Polymarket order book.
Resolution & payout
Settlement path determines payout latency. Polymarket settles on-chain (USDC, minutes). Broker frontends like Polymarket Klarna UK add Klarna/SOFORT as fiat withdrawal options with T+1 processing. Kalshi: USD via ACH (T+1 to T+3). Betfair: local currency via card/SEPA (T+1 to T+5).
UK Frequently Asked Questions
- What does SOFORT cost as a deposit method?
- Polymarket Klarna UK charges no fees for SOFORT. The only cost is the internal FX spread (typically <1%) on EUR→USDC conversion. SOFORT itself has no end-user fees — the platform absorbs acquirer costs.
- Which payment methods are supported?
- Klarna (Pay Now / Pay Later), SOFORT, SEPA bank transfer, credit card (Visa/Mastercard), Apple Pay, Google Pay, and direct USDC deposit on Polygon. Availability depends on your jurisdiction.
- Can UK traders use Klarna to deposit on Polymarket?
- Polymarket does not natively accept Klarna. To fund a Polymarket account from the UK, you must first purchase USDC via a crypto exchange (Coinbase UK, Kraken) or Revolut, then transfer to a Polygon-compatible wallet. Some third-party on-ramps (MoonPay, Transak) accept UK debit cards and may support Klarna buy-now-pay-later for crypto purchases.
- What payment methods can UK users use for Polymarket?
- UK traders typically use: (1) Coinbase UK or Kraken — buy USDC with GBP debit card or bank transfer; (2) Revolut — buy crypto and send to wallet; (3) MoonPay or Transak — Visa/Mastercard UK debit card directly to USDC on Polygon. Standard GBP-to-USDC conversion fees range from 0.5–2.5%.
- How long do Polymarket withdrawals take for UK users?
- Polymarket withdrawals to your Polygon wallet are instant (on-chain). Converting USDC back to GBP via Coinbase UK or Kraken typically takes 1–3 business days for bank transfer, or near-instant for Revolut. Polygon gas fees are minimal (<$0.01 per transaction).
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