Weather forecast for today
Independence, WV

Weather forecast for today

Thursday, May 1.

Heavy Thunderstorms
6:18 am

8:14 pm
EDT
Heavy Thunderstorms
82°F / 61°F
  • Wind: 8mph SW
  • Humidity: 56%
  • Precip. probability: 97%
  • Precipitation: 1.1"
  • UV index: 7
On Thursday, May 1, heavy rain and thunderstorms will continue, creating hazardous conditions.
Substantial precipitation is forecasted for today. The temperature is anticipated to vary between a maximum of a temperate 82.4°F and a minimum of an enjoyable 60.8°F.
The maximum heat index, which adjusts the air temperature based on humidity, is appraised at 84.2°F.
With a forecast of 82.4°F, the day’s weather feels closer to June than May.
Sunrise was at 6:18 am and sunset will be at 8:14 pm; the daylight will last for 13h and 56min.

Current condition

Partly Cloudy
12:37 pm EDT
Partly Cloudy
  • 81°F
  • Feels like: 82°F
  • Wind: 8mph SW
  • Humidity: 53%
  • Dewpoint: 63°F
  • Pressure: 29.93"Hg
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
  • UV index: 7
In Independence, at the moment, a mix of cloud cover and clear skies can be seen.
The temperature is a temperate 80.6°F, with the felt air temperature closely matching at 82.4°F. The current temperature is almost at the maximum predicted 82.4°F for today.

Weather radar - Independence, WV

Doppler radar displays precipitation for the past 2h and forecasts the next 30min

Frequently asked questions

What is the current temperature?
Currently (12:37 pm EDT) it is 80.6°F in Independence.
What is the weather forecast for Independence for today?
On Thursday, in Independence, severe storm conditions with heavy rain, thunder, and strong winds are likely.
Will it rain today?
Yes. With a probability of 97%, substantial precipitation of 1.1" is expected.
What will be the highest temperature today?
Today, the highest temperature will be 82.4°F, while the lowest temperature will be 60.8°F. The maximum heat index, which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 84.2°F.
The highest temperature will be notably higher than the average maximum of 71.6°F in May. The lowest temperature will be also uncommonly higher than the average low of 51.1°F.
When is the sunrise / sunset today?
On Thursday, in Independence, sunrise was at 6:18 am and sunset will be at 8:14 pm (EDT).
How long is the day today?
Today, the daylight will last for 13h and 56min.

Hourly weather forecast

1 pm
  • 81°F
  • Feels like:
    82°F
Mostly Cloudy
Mostly Cloudy
  • Wind: 8mph SW
  • Pressure: 29.91"Hg
  • Humidity: 52%
  • Precip. probability: 15%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
2 pm
  • 82°F
  • Feels like:
    84°F
Mostly Cloudy
Mostly Cloudy
  • Wind: 8mph SW
  • Pressure: 29.88"Hg
  • Humidity: 50%
  • Precip. probability: 21%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
3 pm
  • 82°F
  • Feels like:
    84°F
Scattered Thunderstorms
Scattered Thunderstorms
  • Wind: 7mph SSW
  • Pressure: 29.85"Hg
  • Humidity: 50%
  • Precip. probability: 54%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 10mi
4 pm
  • 77°F
  • Feels like:
    77°F
Heavy Thunderstorms
Heavy Thunderstorms
  • Wind: 7mph SSW
  • Pressure: 29.83"Hg
  • Humidity: 57%
  • Precip. probability: 97%
  • Precipitation: 0.98"
  • Visibility: 0mi
5 pm
  • 75°F
  • Feels like:
    75°F
Cloudy
Cloudy
  • Wind: 7mph SW
  • Pressure: 29.85"Hg
  • Humidity: 61%
  • Precip. probability: 16%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
6 pm
  • 75°F
  • Feels like:
    75°F
Cloudy
Cloudy
  • Wind: 6mph SW
  • Pressure: 29.85"Hg
  • Humidity: 62%
  • Precip. probability: 15%
  • Precipitation: 0"
  • Visibility: 10mi
7 pm
  • 73°F
  • Feels like:
    73°F
Scattered Thunderstorms
Scattered Thunderstorms
  • Wind: 6mph SW
  • Pressure: 29.85"Hg
  • Humidity: 65%
  • Precip. probability: 47%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 10mi
8 pm
  • 72°F
  • Feels like:
    72°F
Isolated Thunderstorms
Isolated Thunderstorms
  • Wind: 6mph SSW
  • Pressure: 29.85"Hg
  • Humidity: 68%
  • Precip. probability: 31%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 9mi
Sunset: 8:14 pm
9 pm
  • 70°F
  • Feels like:
    70°F
Isolated Thunderstorms
Isolated Thunderstorms
  • Wind: 6mph S
  • Pressure: 29.88"Hg
  • Humidity: 74%
  • Precip. probability: 33%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 9mi
10 pm
  • 68°F
  • Feels like:
    68°F
Showers
Showers
  • Wind: 6mph SSW
  • Pressure: 29.88"Hg
  • Humidity: 76%
  • Precip. probability: 41%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 7mi
11 pm
  • 66°F
  • Feels like:
    66°F
Showers
Showers
  • Wind: 8mph SSW
  • Pressure: 29.88"Hg
  • Humidity: 79%
  • Precip. probability: 53%
  • Precipitation: 0.04"
  • Visibility: 5mi
Today, in Independence, a combination of lightning-active, overcast and rain-filled weather is predicted.
Rainfall is anticipated at 3 pm, 4 pm, and from 7 pm to 11 pm. With excessive precipitation of 0.98", most rainfall is expected at 4 pm.
The temperature will be between the lowest temperature of 66.2°F and the highest temperature of 82.4°F. The warmest part of the day will be at 2 pm and 3 pm.
The maximum temperature will be more similar to June's average high of 78.3°F than May's 71.6°F. Forecast models suggest a low also more resembling June's typical minimum of 56.7°F than May's usual 51.1°F.
Updated: May 1, 2025 @ 16:37:59 UTC
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Independence, West Virginia, USA

  • en: Independence, West Virginia, USA
  • es: Independence, Virginia del Oeste, EE.UU.
  • hr: Independens, Zapadna Virdžinija, SAD
  • sr: Independens, Zapadna Virdžinija, SAD
  • zh: 独立村, 西弗吉尼亚, 美国
  • Latitude: 39.393147°
  • Longitude: -79.871734°
  • Elevation: 1184 ft
  • Current time: 12:37pm EDT
  • Sunrise: 6:18 am EDT
  • Sunset: 8:14 pm EDT
  • Timezone: America/New_York
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