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 |
|---|---|
| 13°C | 99% |
| 14°C | 1% |
| 8°C or below | 0% |
| 9°C | 0% |
| 10°C | 0% |
| 11°C | 0% |
| 12°C | 0% |
| 15°C | 0% |
| 16°C | 0% |
| 17°C | 0% |
| 18°C or higher | 0% |
Market context
The underlying event is the peak daily temperature recorded at Wellington International Airport on 7 July 2026, measured in degrees Celsius. Historical data confirms July is the coldest month for this location, with average highs hovering around 14°C and lows near 4°C, while strong winds and persistent rain typically suppress any thermal spikes [3][4]. Current weather observations for the morning of 7 July show light rain, a fresh south-south-westerly breeze, and a high of 14°C, reinforcing the crowd-implied 0% probability that the temperature will exceed standard winter ranges [1][3]. Comparable cases from recent years show no deviation from this pattern, as cloud cover and precipitation consistently prevent temperatures from climbing above the seasonal average.
Traders should monitor real-time updates from Wunderground and the National Weather Service for any sudden shifts in wind direction or cloud clearance that might allow solar heating, though such events are statistically negligible in mid-winter Wellington [1][3]. The primary dependency remains the settlement of weather data feeds, which rely on automated sensors at the airport station; any technical glitch in these systems could delay resolution but rarely alters the physical outcome. Recent climate reports indicate that extreme heat warnings in the region are virtually absent during July, with record-breaking temperatures occurring only in summer months [10]. Consequently, the market’s depth is driven by funding flows from users seeking low-risk exposure to confirmed winter conditions, rather than speculative bets on anomalous heatwaves. Deposit fees and withdrawal rails via Klarna or SEPA further influence book liquidity, as traders prioritise cost-efficient entry into this highly predictable weather event.
Methodology
This page compares Highest temperature in Wellington on July 7? 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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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