Tama, Iowa
Will South Tama County have a snow day?
Chance of a snow day
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Delay or closing
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How much snow it takes here
Tama County averages 32.1 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 21.6°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 South Tama County 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 (641)484-4811.
District facts
| Students | 1,488 |
| Schools | 3 |
| Teachers | 103 |
| Grades | Pre-K to 12 |
| Area type | Rural |
| County | Tama County, IA |
| District office | 1702 Harding Street, Tama |
| Phone | (641)484-4811 |
From the U.S. Department of Education's Common Core of Data (2022–23 school year).
Nearby districts
- North Tama County Comm School District Traer
- East Marshall Comm School District Gilman
- Grinnell-Newburg Comm School District Grinnell
- Brooklyn-Guernsey-Malcom Comm School District Brooklyn
- GMG Comm School District Green Mountain
- Belle Plaine Comm School District Belle Plaine
- Marshalltown Comm School District Marshalltown
- Gladbrook-Reinbeck Comm School District Reinbeck
Forecast details: National Weather Service DMX office, point forecast for Tama. How we calculate the chance.