Johannesburg, Michigan

Will Johannesburg-Lewiston Area Schools have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Otsego County averages 131.1 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 19°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at a foot or more 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 Johannesburg-Lewiston Area 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)732-1773.

District facts

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

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• Mio-AuSable Schools Mio

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