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Weather in Independence, Missouri

11:49 PM

Now

68° F

Feels Like 66°

Precipitation 0 %

Wind 6 mph

Humidity 80 %

Today

Day 88°

Night 61°

Precipitation 0 %

Wind 6 mph

UV Index (0 - 11+) 11

Warning: Extreme UV Index Today: 11+

Overexposure to the sun's harmful UV rays can cause sunburn and increase the risk of developing skin cancer, including melanoma. Protect yourself by wearing clothing that covers your skin, sunglasses, and a hat. Apply a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher every two hours, even on cloudy days. Minimize direct sun exposure during peak hours (10 AM to 4 PM) to reduce the risk.

Independence Weather Forecast Updated

Last updated on September 28, 2025 10:33 PM

Air quality in Independence

NOW

54 AQI

Moderate air quality Dominant pollutant: PM2.5

Pollutant Concentrations:

PM2.5 8.50 µg/m³

PM10 40.70 µg/m³

O₃ 37.83 ppb

NO₂ 20.86 ppb

SO₂ 1.37 ppb

CO 356.33 ppb

PM_2.5 – Fine particles <2.5μm

PM₁₀ – Inhalable particles <10μm

O₃ – Ozone

NO₂ – Nitrogen dioxide

SO₂ – Sulfur dioxide

CO – Carbon monoxide

Health Recommendations:

Air quality is currently in the acceptable range. However, sensitive individuals should be aware of potential risks from certain pollutants.

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