West Union, Iowa

Will North Fayette Valley Comm School District have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Fayette County averages 41 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 18.9°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 8 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 North Fayette Valley 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 (563)422-3851.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Oelwein Comm School District Oelwein
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• Postville Comm School District Postville
• Turkey Valley Comm School District Jackson Junction
• Sumner-Fredericksburg Comm School District Sumner
• Decorah Community School District Decorah

Forecast details: National Weather Service ARX office, point forecast for West Union. How we calculate the chance.