Columbus, Kansas
Will Columbus have a snow day?
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How much snow it takes here
Cherokee County averages 7.2 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 36.2°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 1 inch of snow, sooner if there is ice or the snow falls during the morning commute.
Where to check for an official closing
Only Columbus 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 (620)429-3661.
District facts
| Students | 942 |
| Schools | 4 |
| Teachers | 70 |
| Grades | Pre-K to 12 |
| Area type | Town |
| County | Cherokee County, KS |
| District office | 802 South High School Avenue, Columbus |
| Phone | (620)429-3661 |
From the U.S. Department of Education's Common Core of Data (2022–23 school year).
Nearby districts
- Baxter Springs Baxter Springs
- Galena Galena
- Riverton Riverton
- Cherokee Cherokee
- Oswego Oswego
- Chetopa-St. Paul Chetopa
- Pittsburg Pittsburg
- Frontenac Public Schools Frontenac
Forecast details: National Weather Service SGF office, point forecast for Columbus. How we calculate the chance.