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Independence, MO Weather by Month and Climate Averages
Monthly normals · Rain · Snow
Sunshine · Freeze dates · Records · Best time to visit
What is the weather like in Independence, MO?
Independence, MO gets 44.7 in of precipitation a year over about 103 rainy days, and about 13.2 in of snow a season. July is the warmest month (average high 87°F) and January the coldest (average low 20°F).
Humid continental climate
Independence, MO has hot summers and chilly winters. Daytime highs range from about 38°F in January to 87°F in July. May is usually the wettest month, and snow falls in winter. The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 70°F.
| Season | Months | Avg low | Avg high |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winter | Dec–Feb | 22° | 41° |
| Spring | Mar–May | 43° | 65° |
| Summer | Jun–Aug | 66° | 86° |
| Autumn | Sep–Nov | 45° | 66° |
How much rain does Independence get?
Independence gets 44.7 in of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 103 days with measurable rain. That is more rainy days than 63% of the US.
May is the wettest month, with 6.0 in. January is the driest, with 1.5 in. May has the most rainy days, about 13.
From September 2025 to August 2026 Independence got 43.7 in of rain, against a normal of 44.7 in for those months. April 2026 had the most, with 9.0 in.
See where Independence ranks: rainiest cities in the US, US cities with the most rainy days, rainiest cities in Missouri.
Does it snow in Independence?
Yes. Independence gets about 13.2 in of snow in an average season, measured at the reporting station.
The snowiest winter on record is 2010–11, with 30.3 in.
The most recent measurable snow at the station fell on March 14, 2011.
See where Independence ranks: snowiest cities in the US.
Independence weather by month
Independence weather in January
In January, Independence averages a high of 38°F and a low of 20°F. It gets 1.5 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The January record high is 74°F (2003) and the record low is -14°F (2019).
Independence weather in February
In February, Independence averages a high of 44°F and a low of 23°F. It gets 1.9 in of precipitation over about 6 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The February record high is 79°F (2017) and the record low is -13°F (1996).
Independence weather in March
In March, Independence averages a high of 55°F and a low of 32°F. It gets 2.9 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 43% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The March record high is 86°F (2017) and the record low is -5°F (2014).
Independence weather in April
In April, Independence averages a high of 65°F and a low of 43°F. It gets 4.4 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The April record high is 91°F (2012) and the record low is 18°F (2018). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Independence weather in May
In May, Independence averages a high of 74°F and a low of 54°F. It gets 6.0 in of precipitation over about 13 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 39% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The May record high is 93°F (2006) and the record low is 32°F (2013).
Independence weather in June
In June, Independence averages a high of 83°F and a low of 64°F. It gets 5.3 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 51% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The June record high is 103°F (1994) and the record low is 43°F (1990).
Independence weather in July
In July, Independence averages a high of 87°F and a low of 68°F. It gets 5.1 in of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 49% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The July record high is 104°F (2012) and the record low is 50°F (1997).
Independence weather in August
In August, Independence averages a high of 86°F and a low of 66°F. It gets 5.1 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 59% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The August record high is 107°F (2011) and the record low is 49°F (1991).
Independence weather in September
In September, Independence averages a high of 79°F and a low of 57°F. It gets 4.8 in of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 66% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The September record high is 103°F (2000) and the record low is 33°F (1995). September is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Independence weather in October
In October, Independence averages a high of 67°F and a low of 45°F. It gets 3.5 in of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 62% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The October record high is 94°F (2006) and the record low is 20°F (1993). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.
Independence weather in November
In November, Independence averages a high of 53°F and a low of 34°F. It gets 2.4 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 57% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The November record high is 82°F (2006) and the record low is 1°F (1991).
Independence weather in December
In December, Independence averages a high of 42°F and a low of 24°F. It gets 1.8 in of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. Estimated sunshine is 47% of daylight hours, derived from ERA5 cloud cover. The December record high is 72°F (2001) and the record low is -7°F (2016).
Sunshine, humidity and wind in Independence
September is the sunniest month in Independence, with estimated sunshine of 66% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. January is the cloudiest, at 39%. The annual cloud-cover estimate is 51% of daylight hours; it is not a measurement of sunshine duration. Independence is sunnier than 65% of the US.
Humidity peaks in January at 71% and is lowest in April at 56%.
Independence has about 28 days a year above 90°F. Independence is cooler than 51% of the US.
Thunderstorms occur on about 25 days a year.
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First and last freeze in Independence
The first fall freeze in Independence typically comes around October 26, and the last spring freeze around April 10. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 199 days.
Independence weather records
These records cover INDEPENDENCE during 1990–2025. Earlier records or other stations in the city may differ.
The hottest temperature on record at the Independence station is 107°F, on August 22, 2003. The coldest is -14°F, on January 30, 2019.
The wettest day in the available station history brought 6.4 in of precipitation, on May 7, 2007.
39 all-time records have been set at the station since 1990.
The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.5°F per decade since 1990.
The best time to visit Independence
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 70°F.
Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 41°F and lows near 22°F. Snow is possible.
Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 65°F and lows near 43°F.
Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 86°F and lows near 66°F.
Autumn (September–November) is mild, with average highs around 66°F and lows near 45°F.
Monthly climate
| Month | Average low | Average high | Precip | Rain days | Humidity | Estimated sunshine | Record high | Record low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20° | 38° | 1.5 in | 7 | 71% | 39% | 74° | -14° |
| February | 23° | 44° | 1.9 in | 6 | 62% | 51% | 79° | -13° |
| March | 32° | 55° | 2.9 in | 9 | 61% | 43% | 86° | -5° |
| April | 43° | 65° | 4.4 in | 10 | 56% | 51% | 91° | 18° |
| May | 54° | 74° | 6.0 in | 13 | 67% | 39% | 93° | 32° |
| June | 64° | 83° | 5.3 in | 10 | 64% | 51% | 103° | 43° |
| July | 68° | 87° | 5.1 in | 10 | 69% | 49% | 104° | 50° |
| August | 66° | 86° | 5.1 in | 9 | 70% | 59% | 107° | 49° |
| September | 57° | 79° | 4.8 in | 8 | 65% | 66% | 103° | 33° |
| October | 45° | 67° | 3.5 in | 9 | 60% | 62% | 94° | 20° |
| November | 34° | 53° | 2.4 in | 7 | 64% | 57% | 82° | 1° |
| December | 24° | 42° | 1.8 in | 7 | 68% | 47% | 72° | -7° |
Station: INDEPENDENCE, 4 km from the city. Temperature normal baseline: 1991–2020, calculated from available NOAA GHCN-Daily observations. Available station history: 1990–2025; record values refer to this station and period, not the entire city’s history. Precipitation includes rain and the water equivalent of frozen precipitation; snowfall depth is shown separately when available. Sources and methods
From ERA5 reanalysis. Sunshine is estimated from cloud cover.
Independence climate questions
How much rain does Independence get?
Independence gets 44.7 in of precipitation in an average year, over about 103 rainy days.
What is the wettest month in Independence?
May is the wettest month in Independence, with 6.0 in. January is the driest, with 1.5 in.
How many rainy days does Independence have a year?
Independence has about 103 days with measurable rain in an average year. May has the most, about 13.
Does it snow in Independence?
Yes. Independence gets about 13.2 in of snow in an average season. The snowiest winter on record is 2010–11, with 30.3 in.
What is the hottest month in Independence?
July is the warmest month in Independence, with an average high of 87°F.
What is the coldest month in Independence?
January is the coldest month in Independence, with an average low of 20°F.
What is the record high temperature in Independence?
Within the available 1990–2025 station history, the record high at the Independence station is 107°F, set on August 22, 2003. The record low is -14°F, on January 30, 2019.
What is the sunniest month in Independence?
September is the sunniest month in Independence, with estimated sunshine of 66% of daylight hours from ERA5 cloud cover. January is the cloudiest.
When is the first frost in Independence?
The first fall freeze in Independence typically comes around October 26. The last spring freeze is around April 10.
What is the best time to visit Independence?
The most comfortable time to visit is typically April and September to October, when daytime highs sit near 70°F.