Iron River, Michigan

Will West Iron County Public Schools have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Iron County averages 76.9 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 14.3°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 West Iron County 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 (906)265-9218.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Forest Park School District Crystal Falls
• Watersmeet Township School District Watersmeet
• Breitung Township School District Kingsford
• Iron Mountain Public Schools Iron Mountain
• North Dickinson County Schools Felch
• L'Anse Area Schools Lanse
• Baraga Area Schools Baraga
• Republic-Michigamme Schools Republic

Forecast details: National Weather Service MQT office, point forecast for Iron River. How we calculate the chance.