Weather in Independence, IA
Updated 2026-09-26 09:00 local time · ZIP codes 50644
Overcast
No government weather alerts were returned for this location at the latest update.
Next hours
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60°21% rain
59°14% rain3-day weather forecast
Weather details
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Weather insights for today
Rain chance stays relatively low over the next 12 hours (up to 26%).
It feels like 48°F with winds near 9 mph.
59°F, 19% rain chance and 9 mph wind.
Visibility is around 6 mi; gusts may reach 20 mph.
Current temperature is 53°F, wind 9 mph, rain chance up to 26%.
UV index is 0.
Local weather characteristics in Independence
Iowa has a continental climate with hot summers, cold winters, strong winds and a notable spring and summer severe-thunderstorm season.
Independence is part of the Midwest weather region. The forecast point is near 42.47°N latitude and 91.89°W longitude. Local temperature, wind and precipitation can still differ from nearby places, especially where terrain, coastlines or urban development create small-scale weather changes.
Independence weather today
Overcast and 53°F in Independence, IA. Today's high is 60°F with a 37% rain chance. Winds are around 9 mph with gusts near 20 mph. Relative humidity is 76%, pressure is 30.18 inHg, and visibility is about 6 miles.
Tonight and tomorrow in Independence
Sunrise is at 06:59 AM and sunset is at 06:58 PM. Tomorrow's forecast calls for Overcast with a high near 68°F and a low near 56°F. The maximum rain chance is 13%.