🇺🇸 Independence vs 🇵🇭 Manila

Weather Comparison

Current Weather Right Now

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Independence

clear sky

55°F

Clear Sky

Feels like 52°F

H 58°F / L 54°F

Humidity: 44%

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Manila

few clouds

82°F

Few Clouds

Feels like 87°F

H 82°F / L 81°F

Humidity: 74%

Climate Overview

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Independence

Independence east of Kansas City is the historic starting point of the Oregon, California, and Santa Fe Trails. The city shares the Kansas City metro's variable continental climate and is fully in the tornado-prone region of the Missouri-Kansas plains.

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Manila

Tropical monsoon — hot and humid year-round, dramatic typhoon season

Best monthsNovember, December, January, February
AvoidAugust, September, October (peak typhoon season)
Annual rain83 inches (2,100 mm)

Manila is one of the world's most typhoon-prone cities, experiencing an average of 20 typhoons per year in the Philippines (8–9 making direct landfall). The dry season (November–April) is the safest and most comfortable window.

Seasonal Comparison

Season🇺🇸 Independence🇵🇭 Manila

Independence vs Manila: Frequently Asked Questions

Does Independence or Manila have better weather?

Independence and Manila have very different climates. Independence east of Kansas City is the historic starting point of the Oregon, California, and Santa Manila: Tropical monsoon — hot and humid year-round, dramatic typhoon season. The best city depends on your preferred season and temperature range.

When is the best time to visit Independence vs Manila?

Best time for Independence: spring and fall. Best time for Manila: November, December, January, February.

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