Platform comparison
| Platform | YES odds | NO odds | Fee | KYC | Settlement | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Polymarket (via احتمالات كأس العالم) Pick polygram.ink (preferred broker) |
56% | 44% | 0% (USDC on-chain) | No-KYC up to $1,500 | USDC, auto via UMA oracle | View on Polymarket → |
Polymarket (direct) polymarket.com |
56% | 44% | 0% | Geo-blocked in US/UK/EU | USDC, on-chain | View on Polymarket → |
Kalshi kalshi.com |
— | — | Up to 7% per trade | US-only, KYC required | USD | View on Polymarket → |
Betfair Exchange betfair.com |
— | — | 2-5% commission | Full KYC from first trade | GBP / EUR | View on Polymarket → |
Manifold Markets manifold.markets |
— | — | Play-money (mana) | None — play-money | Mana (no cash-out) | View on Polymarket → |
Outcome probabilities
Current market-implied probability for each outcome, from the live order book.
| Outcome | Probability |
|---|---|
| 24°C | 56% |
| 25°C | 24% |
| 23°C | 21% |
| 26°C | 5% |
| 27°C | 2% |
| 20°C or below | 0% |
| 21°C | 0% |
| 22°C | 0% |
| 28°C | 0% |
| 29°C | 0% |
| 30°C or higher | 0% |
Market context
Amsterdam's highest temperature on 15 August 2026 will be measured at Schiphol Airport weather station and resolved via Weather Underground's Daily Observations table. The settlement window closes at midday UTC on that date, meaning afternoon temperature readings will not be included in the resolution dataset.
August temperatures in Amsterdam typically range between 17–23°C, with daily highs rarely exceeding 25°C. Historical data from the past two decades shows that temperatures above 28°C occur in fewer than 5% of August days at Schiphol, whilst readings above 30°C are exceptional events tied to specific high-pressure systems moving across northern Europe. The current 0% crowd probability suggests traders are pricing in no expectation of extreme heat on that specific date, which aligns with the station's long-term August distribution where the 90th percentile sits around 24–25°C.
The primary variable affecting August 2026 temperatures will be the position of Atlantic weather systems and any continental high-pressure ridges extending northward from central Europe. Seasonal forecasts from European meteorological services, typically issued in July 2026, will provide the first substantive signal regarding whether anomalous warmth is likely. Traders should monitor late-July weather pattern guidance and any emerging consensus among major forecast models about whether a heat dome might affect the region during mid-August. The timing of the settlement window—closing at noon—creates an asymmetry where morning and early-afternoon readings determine the outcome, potentially favouring cooler outcomes if cloud cover or rain develops in the afternoon hours.
Methodology
Football-specific comparison page for توقع: Highest temperature in Amsterdam on August 15?. Polymarket's live quote (Polygon order book) plus platform attributes for the three reference venues. Sports markets reward liquidity — Polymarket and Betfair are materially deeper than Kalshi (US-focused) or Manifold (play-money).
Resolution & payout
Sports markets typically settle on official final-whistle plus league confirmation. Polymarket uses UMA Optimistic Oracle with a source URL per contract — usually official league data feeds or ESPN/Soccerway. Two-hour dispute window, then smart-contract payout in USDC.
FAQ
- Are prediction markets better than sports betting?
- Prediction markets tend toward tighter odds than bookmakers because they use peer-to-peer exchange rather than bookmaker margin. On major matches, Polymarket quotes typically sit 2-5% closer to the true probability model than bet365 or DraftKings.
- When do sports markets resolve?
- Typically within hours of the official final whistle. Polymarket uses UMA Optimistic Oracle with source URLs pointing at official league data feeds — e.g. the Premier League for EPL markets, UEFA for Champions League, FIFA for World Cup.
- Can I bet on individual matches?
- Yes, Polymarket lists every major Premier League / Champions League / World Cup match as its own market. Liquidity varies — top matches like El Clásico or a semi-final often have six-figure pools, lower-league games closer to three-figure.
- What are live sports odds on Polymarket?
- Some top-tier matches stay open during play — you can trade the half-time probability in the 70th minute. Polymarket mid-prices update second-by-second; any frontend mirroring the order book shows the same movement.
- What's the difference between match odds and outright odds?
- Match odds cover a single game ("Bayern beats BVB"). Outright odds are long-term aggregates ("Bayern wins the league"). Outright markets have deeper liquidity; match markets have faster resolution.
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