Platform comparison
| Platform | YES odds | NO odds | Fee | KYC | Settlement | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Polymarket (via March Madness Predictions) 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 |
|---|---|
| 74-75°F | 100% |
| 67°F or below | 0% |
| 68-69°F | 0% |
| 70-71°F | 0% |
| 72-73°F | 0% |
| 76-77°F | 0% |
| 78-79°F | 0% |
| 80-81°F | 0% |
| 82-83°F | 0% |
| 84-85°F | 0% |
| 86°F or higher | 0% |
Market context
On 9 July 2026, the Los Angeles International Airport will record its peak daily temperature, a figure that historically clusters between 79°F and 90°F in mid-summer, with the all-time high for this date reaching 96°F[1][4]. The current crowd-implied probability of 0% for the "YES" outcome suggests the market expects the temperature to fall outside a specific, likely lower, range, which aligns with historical data showing July highs rarely dip below 79°F[1]. Comparable cases from recent years and the all-time record indicate that a temperature below 76°F would be an extreme anomaly, making the 0% probability a rational reflection of the region’s typical thermal behaviour for this date[4][9].
Traders should monitor real-time weather forecasts from AccuWeather and Wunderground for any sudden shifts in cloud cover or marine layer intensity, which are the primary catalysts for cooler daily highs in Los Angeles[1]. While no major announcements are expected, the marine layer’s strength on the morning of 9 July will be the decisive dependency, as a persistent overcast could suppress temperatures below the typical 85°F average[1]. Recent prediction market data from Lines.com and Robinhood further confirms that the 76–77°F range is considered unlikely, reinforcing the need to watch for early-morning atmospheric conditions that could deviate from the norm[2][6].
Methodology
Sports-specific comparison page for Highest temperature in Los Angeles on July 9?. 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 or Manifold.
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.
- Which sports markets are available?
- Football (soccer) dominates — Champions League, World Cup, Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga — followed by NFL, NBA, tennis Grand Slams, Formula 1, boxing/MMA. Resolution via official league source confirmation.
- 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.
- 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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