Independence (MO) Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

In Independence, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 31°C (88°F) in July to a chilly 4°C (39°F) in January.

Nighttime temperatures range from 20°C (68°F) in July to -7°C (19°F) in January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Independence experiences significant rain/snowfall throughout the year, averaging 1146 mm (45 in) of precipitation annually. The seasons in Independence bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, May, receives high rainfall, with an average of 153 mm (6 in) of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 13 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, January, experiences much less snow/rainfall, totaling 24 mm (0.9 in) over 5 snowy/rainy days. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year. For more details, please visit our Independence Precipitation page.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail, and snow

The average number of days each month with precipitation

In Independence, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 11.0 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. December sees a soft sun for only 4.9 hours per average day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Daily percentage of sunshine

The relative humidity is high throughout the year in Independence.

The city experiences its highest humidity in December, reaching 70%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 62%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year