Platform comparison
| Platform | YES odds | NO odds | Fee | KYC | Settlement | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Polymarket (via Polymarket Klarna UK) Pick polygram.ink (preferred broker) |
100% | 0% | 0% (USDC on-chain) | No-KYC up to $1,500 | USDC, auto via UMA oracle | Go to the live market → |
Polymarket (direct) polymarket.com |
100% | 0% | 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 |
|---|---|
| 31°C | 100% |
| 25°C or below | 0% |
| 26°C | 0% |
| 27°C | 0% |
| 28°C | 0% |
| 29°C | 0% |
| 30°C | 0% |
| 32°C | 0% |
| 33°C | 0% |
| 34°C | 0% |
| 35°C or higher | 0% |
Market context
Shenzhen's summer temperatures in late July typically peak between 32–35°C, with occasional spikes above 36°C during heat waves. The city's subtropical monsoon climate produces consistent high humidity alongside intense solar radiation, making mid-to-late July one of the hottest periods of the year. Historical records from Bao'an International Airport—the official settlement source—show that extreme daily maxima in this window have ranged from 33°C in cooler years to 37–38°C during particularly intense heat events, though readings above 39°C remain rare at this location.
The 0% crowd probability reflects limited trading activity rather than meteorological certainty. Markets with shallow liquidity often show extreme odds when few traders have committed capital; deposit friction and withdrawal delays on alternative payment rails (SEPA transfers, Klarna instalments, USDC on-chain settlement) can suppress participation in weather markets that require rapid position entry. Comparable July temperature markets in other Chinese cities have typically attracted meaningful volume only after initial seeding by institutional traders willing to absorb early-stage payment processing delays.
Traders should monitor China Meteorological Administration forecasts released in early July 2026, particularly alerts for heat waves across Guangdong Province. Typhoon activity in the South China Sea during late July can suppress temperatures by 2–4°C through cloud cover and precipitation, though such systems typically arrive after the 21st. Real-time atmospheric pressure and sea surface temperature anomalies in the preceding week will signal whether conditions favour the 32–34°C or 35–37°C ranges.
Methodology
This page compares Highest temperature in Shenzhen on July 21? 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
- 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.
- 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.
- What's the minimum deposit?
- 10 EUR / 10 USD equivalent. No upper limit, but deposits over $1,500 lifetime volume trigger a quick KYC flow (typically 5-10 minutes).
- 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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