Platform comparison
| Platform | YES odds | NO odds | Fee | KYC | Settlement | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Polymarket (via احتمالات كأس العالم) Pick polygram.ink (preferred broker) |
75% | 25% | 0% (USDC on-chain) | No-KYC up to $1,500 | USDC, auto via UMA oracle | View on Polymarket → |
Polymarket (direct) polymarket.com |
75% | 25% | 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 |
|---|---|
| 33°C | 75% |
| 34°C | 20% |
| 35°C | 2% |
| 27°C or below | 0% |
| 28°C | 0% |
| 29°C | 0% |
| 30°C | 0% |
| 31°C | 0% |
| 32°C | 0% |
| 36°C | 0% |
| 37°C or higher | 0% |
Market context
Hong Kong's weather on 16 August 2026 will be measured against the Hong Kong Observatory's official daily maximum temperature record. August sits at the tail end of the territory's summer monsoon season, when heat and humidity typically remain elevated, though the intensity of peak summer has begun to moderate by mid-month. The Observatory's standardised measurement protocols, recorded at their headquarters in Kowloon, provide the sole authoritative source for settlement.
Historical August data from the Observatory shows daily maxima in the 32–34°C range as typical for mid-month, with occasional excursions above 35°C during particularly intense heat waves. The 0% crowd probability suggests traders are either awaiting clearer atmospheric forecasts or treating the market as pending rather than actively pricing specific temperature bands. August 2026 falls within the standard Pacific typhoon season, meaning tropical systems could substantially alter temperature trajectories in the fortnight leading up to the 16th—either suppressing highs through cloud cover and rainfall or, conversely, driving extreme heat if high-pressure systems dominate.
Traders should monitor the Hong Kong Observatory's extended forecasts from early August onwards, particularly any alerts regarding approaching typhoons or heat advisories. The settlement window closes at 12:00 UTC on 16 August, allowing only the Observatory's finalised daily extract to determine resolution. Any significant weather pattern shifts—such as an early monsoon trough or subtropical ridge intensification—will crystallise probability across temperature bands once forecasts solidify in the days immediately preceding the date.
Methodology
Football-specific comparison page for توقع: Highest temperature in Hong Kong on August 16?. 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'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.
- Can I import form data and lineups?
- This page shows the live Polymarket quote as an implied probability. Form data and lineups must be researched separately via sports data providers (e.g. Soccerway, ESPN, FBref) — we surface the market probability, not the sport analysis.
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