Alpena, Michigan

Will Alpena Public Schools have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Alpena County averages 61.9 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 22.4°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 9 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 Alpena Public Schools 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 (989)358-5044.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Posen Consolidated School District No. 9 Posen
• Alcona Community Schools Harrisville
• Hillman Community Schools Hillman
• Rogers City Area Schools Rogers City
• Oscoda Area Schools Oscoda
• Fairview Area School District Fairview
• Atlanta Community Schools Atlanta
• Hale Area Schools Hale

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