Platform comparison
| Platform | YES odds | NO odds | Fee | KYC | Settlement | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Polymarket (via احتمالات كأس العالم) Pick polygram.ink (preferred broker) |
100% | 0% | 0% (USDC on-chain) | No-KYC up to $1,500 | USDC, auto via UMA oracle | View on Polymarket → |
Polymarket (direct) polymarket.com |
100% | 0% | 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 |
|---|---|
| 36°C | 100% |
| 37°C | 1% |
| 38°C | 1% |
| 29°C or below | 0% |
| 30°C | 0% |
| 31°C | 0% |
| 32°C | 0% |
| 33°C | 0% |
| 34°C | 0% |
| 35°C | 0% |
| 39°C or higher | 0% |
Market context
Taipei's August weather will determine whether the highest temperature recorded at Songshan Airport on 16 August 2026 falls into the specified range. The settlement hinges on the Daily Observations table from Weather Underground rather than summary figures, requiring precise measurement from the airport's official station.
August represents the peak of Taipei's summer season, with historical data showing daily highs typically ranging between 32–35°C during mid-month. The 0% crowd probability suggests traders are pricing in either an exceptionally cool day or uncertainty about which temperature bracket the market has specified. Comparable August 16th records from prior years provide the baseline: temperatures have rarely dipped below 30°C or exceeded 37°C on this date, though the city's urban heat island effect and occasional typhoon proximity can create volatility.
Traders should monitor tropical weather systems developing in the Western Pacific during early August 2026, as these can suppress temperatures significantly or drive them higher through increased humidity and cloud cover. The Central Weather Administration's forecasts issued in the week preceding 16 August will offer the most actionable signals. Any typhoon warnings or unusual pressure patterns affecting Taiwan's east coast warrant close attention, as these systems occasionally redirect moisture and wind patterns that influence airport-level readings. Historical typhoon activity in August has occasionally produced temperature swings of 3–5°C within 24 hours.
Methodology
Football-specific comparison page for توقع: Highest temperature in Taipei 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
- 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.
- How fast do sports winnings settle?
- Once the official league outcome is logged in the UMA Oracle (typically 1-2 hours after the final whistle), Polymarket's smart contract triggers USDC payout. To your wallet within minutes.
- 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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