Columbus Junction, Iowa

Will Columbus Comm School District have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Louisa County averages 33.2 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 24°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 6 inches of snow, sooner if there is ice or the snow falls during the morning commute. Bitter wind chills can close schools here too.

Where to check for an official closing

Only Columbus Comm School District can close its schools. Districts usually post closings and delays on their website and social media, send texts, emails or robocalls to families, and report them to local TV and radio stations, often by 5:30 or 6 a.m. The district office's number is (319)728-2911.

District facts

From the U.S. Department of Education's Common Core of Data (2022–23 school year).

Nearby districts

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Forecast details: National Weather Service DVN office, point forecast for Columbus Junction. How we calculate the chance.