Howard, Kansas

Will West Elk have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Elk County averages 6.6 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 34.1°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 West Elk 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)374-2113.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Elk Valley Longton
• Chautauqua Co Community Sedan
• Eureka Eureka
• Fredonia Fredonia
• Cedar Vale Cedar Vale
• Flinthills Rosalia
• Central Burden
• Hamilton Hamilton

Forecast details: National Weather Service ICT office, point forecast for Howard. How we calculate the chance.