TOTAL VOLUME:
$134.2b
24H VOL:
$126,324,530
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,388,728,490
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,434,646,834
406,019
Markets across
30,401
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
2,689
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
39%
VS.
Kalshi:
61%
Closed: May 31, 4:00 AM EST
Kalshi
The minimum overnight temperature in Las Vegas on May 30, 2026, will be recorded according to the National Weather Service's daily climatological report.
Prediction market odds on Kalshi reflect real-money consensus from traders betting on Las Vegas weather outcomes. These odds can be compared against traditional meteorological forecasts and seasonal climate models published by the National Weather Service or academic weather institutes. Markets often incorporate broader data sets and incentivize accuracy through financial stakes, whereas analyst forecasts rely on atmospheric models and historical patterns. Comparing the two reveals whether traders are pricing in more optimistic or pessimistic temperature scenarios than official forecasters expect for May 30, 2026 in Las Vegas.
On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. On Kalshi, the lowest temperature in Las Vegas on May 30, 2026 is priced as a series of binary or range-based contracts, each representing a specific temperature threshold or band. Traders buy or sell shares at prices between 0 and 100 cents, where the price reflects the implied probability of that outcome occurring. As new weather data, seasonal patterns, or climate signals emerge, traders adjust their positions, moving prices up or down. The most actively traded contracts typically cluster around historically typical May lows for Las Vegas, though extreme heat or cooling events can shift pricing across the full range.
The market resolves on May 31, 2026, after May 30, 2026 has concluded and the official lowest temperature for that day in Las Vegas is recorded. The outcome is determined by the actual minimum temperature reading from the designated weather station or official meteorological source used by Kalshi for settlement. Once the data is confirmed and published, the market locks in and payouts are distributed to holders of the winning contract. Traders should verify the exact data source and settlement rules on Kalshi before trading to ensure alignment with their expectations.
Several factors can shift odds on Kalshi before May 30, 2026 arrives. Long-range weather forecasts updated by meteorologists may indicate cooler or warmer patterns for late May. El Niño or La Niña conditions, upper-atmosphere circulation patterns, and historical climate anomalies can all influence seasonal temperature expectations. As May approaches, medium-range forecasts become more precise, typically causing sharper price movements. Additionally, any unusual heat waves or cold snaps in the weeks leading up to May 30 may prompt traders to reassess baseline assumptions about desert temperatures. Real-time atmospheric data releases and seasonal model updates are key catalysts for trading activity.