Jackson, Michigan

Will Jackson Public Schools have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Jackson County averages 38.1 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 25.8°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.

Where to check for an official closing

Only Jackson 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 (517)841-2202.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Columbia School District Brooklyn
• Concord Community Schools Concord
• East Jackson Community Schools Jackson
• Grass Lake Community Schools Grass Lake
• Hanover-Horton School District Horton
• Michigan Center School District Michigan Center
• Napoleon Community Schools Napoleon
• Northwest Community Schools Jackson
• Springport Public Schools Springport
• Vandercook Lake Public Schools Jackson
• Western School District Parma

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