Columbus, Montana

Will Columbus H S have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Stillwater County averages 50.7 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 24.6°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 8 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 Columbus H S 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 (406)322-5373.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

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• Absarokee H S Absarokee
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• Nye Elem Nye
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• Park City H S Park City
• Rapelje Elem Rapelje
• Rapelje H S Rapelje
• Reed Point Elem Reed Point
• Reed Point H S Reed Point

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