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 |
|---|---|
| 36°C | 99% |
| 29°C or below | 0% |
| 30°C | 0% |
| 31°C | 0% |
| 32°C | 0% |
| 33°C | 0% |
| 34°C | 0% |
| 35°C | 0% |
| 37°C | 0% |
| 38°C | 0% |
| 39°C or higher | 0% |
Market context
Shanghai's summer temperatures in mid-July routinely exceed 35°C, with historical records showing peaks near 40°C during heat waves. The settlement hinges on the single highest reading recorded at Pudong International Airport Station on 14 July 2026, measured in Celsius and resolved via Wunderground's historical weather database. Current crowd probability sitting at 0% suggests either extreme confidence in a specific temperature band or minimal liquidity depth in this particular range bucket.
Historical July data from Shanghai shows consistent patterns: the past decade's mid-July highs cluster between 33–38°C, with occasional spikes above 39°C during anomalous heat events. The 2013 heat wave pushed readings to 40.8°C, establishing a reference point for tail-risk scenarios. Comparable East Asian markets tracking daily temperature extremes typically see probability mass concentrate around the 35–37°C range during this season, reflecting both climatological norms and the rarity of record-breaking conditions.
Traders monitoring this market should track China Meteorological Administration forecasts released in early July 2026, which typically provide 10-day outlooks with reasonable accuracy for maximum temperatures. Pacific typhoon activity patterns and the East Asian summer monsoon's intensity will influence whether atmospheric conditions favour typical seasonal heat or more extreme readings. Deposit friction via Klarna's SEPA rails or USDC on-ramps may affect order flow concentration; markets with deeper funding accessibility historically show tighter probability clustering around consensus forecasts rather than extreme tail outcomes.
Methodology
This page compares Highest temperature in Shanghai on July 14? 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).
FAQ
- How does Klarna deposit work on Polymarket Klarna UK?
- You enter the deposit amount in EUR/GBP, choose Klarna as the method, run through Klarna's standard authentication (Pay Later or Direct Bank Transfer), and Polymarket Klarna UK converts internally to USDC for the Polymarket order book. Processing: typically under 30 minutes.
- How fast is SEPA deposit?
- SEPA Instant: under 10 seconds. SEPA Standard: 1-2 business days. Both accepted fee-free; the internal USDC conversion runs automatically once EUR lands in the platform account.
- Can I deposit with a credit card?
- Yes, Visa and Mastercard. Credit card deposits carry a ~2.5% acquirer surcharge (standard for card payments). Apple Pay and Google Pay run on the same card rails — same surcharge.
- How do withdrawals work?
- Identical methods in reverse. SEPA withdrawal: T+1 (standard) or under 10 seconds (SEPA Instant). Klarna withdrawals process via bank-account refund. USDC withdrawal to external wallet: Polygon gas cost (typically $0.01).
- Are payment details protected?
- Yes. Card and bank details are never stored by Polymarket Klarna UK — they pass directly through PCI-DSS compliant payment service providers (Adyen, Stripe). Polymarket Klarna UK retains only transaction IDs and Klarna reference numbers for reconciliation.
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