Platform comparison
| Platform | YES odds | NO odds | Fee | KYC | Settlement | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Polymarket (via Is Kalshi Legit) Pick polygram.ink (preferred broker) |
100% | 0% | 0% (USDC on-chain) | No-KYC up to $1,500 | USDC, auto via UMA oracle | See live odds → |
Polymarket (direct) polymarket.com |
100% | 0% | 0% | Geo-blocked in US/UK/EU | USDC, on-chain | See live odds → |
Kalshi kalshi.com |
— | — | Up to 7% per trade | US-only, KYC required | USD | See live odds → |
Betfair Exchange betfair.com |
— | — | 2-5% commission | Full KYC from first trade | GBP / EUR | See live odds → |
Manifold Markets manifold.markets |
— | — | Play-money (mana) | None — play-money | Mana (no cash-out) | See live odds → |
Outcome probabilities
Current market-implied probability for each outcome, from the live order book.
| Outcome | Probability |
|---|---|
| 36°C | 100% |
| 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 highest temperature on 14 July 2026 will be measured at Pudong International Airport Station and resolved via Wunderground's historical weather database. July is Shanghai's peak summer season, with typical daily highs ranging from 32–35 °C, though heat waves can push readings above 37 °C. The 0% crowd probability suggests traders are either absent from this market or treating the outcome as predetermined, which warrants scrutiny given Shanghai's volatile summer weather patterns and the specificity of daily temperature ranges.
Historical Shanghai July data shows considerable variance year-on-year. The city recorded 40.9 °C on 13 August 2013 during an exceptional heat event, whilst more typical peak-summer days settle between 33–36 °C. Comparable prediction markets on regional temperature extremes have seen probability shifts of 15–25 percentage points when seasonal forecasts update or when atmospheric conditions (monsoon timing, high-pressure systems) shift unexpectedly. The current zero probability may reflect limited market participation rather than meteorological certainty.
Traders monitoring this market should track China Meteorological Administration seasonal outlooks released in June 2026, which typically forecast summer temperature anomalies. El Niño or La Niña phase transitions influence East Asian summer patterns materially. Additionally, real-time weather alerts issued by Shanghai's municipal meteorological bureau in early July will signal whether atmospheric conditions favour above-average or below-average temperatures. The settlement window closes at midday UTC on 14 July, leaving a narrow window for late-stage probability adjustments based on morning forecasts from Wunderground itself.
Methodology
This overview of Highest temperature in Shanghai on July 14? reviews the four comparable platforms from a regulatory perspective: which is accessible in your jurisdiction, where KYC kicks in, how the platform is classified by your country of residence. Live probability is the Polymarket mid; comparison columns show regulatory status, KYC thresholds and settlement options for each platform.
Resolution & payout
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FAQ
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- What if regulation changes?
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