How does lake effect snow affect Michigan schools?

Lake effect snow from Lake Michigan can dump feet of snow on western Michigan (Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, Traverse City) while eastern Michigan stays dry. Western MI districts close more frequently due to lake effect bands. Always check your specific location.

When do Michigan schools announce closures?

Most Michigan districts announce closures between 5:00-6:00 AM. Some districts with longer bus routes may announce earlier, especially in rural areas. Check WXYZ, WDIV, Fox 2, or your district's website and app.

Will Ann Arbor schools close for snow?

Ann Arbor Public Schools evaluates conditions early morning. They consider road conditions, visibility, and wind chill. Enter your 481xx ZIP code to check. Ann Arbor tends to be more conservative about closures than Detroit.

Michigan Snow Day Predictor | Detroit Grand Rapids Ann Arbor School Closures

Q: Will Detroit schools be closed tomorrow?

Use our Snow Day Predictor with your Detroit ZIP code (48xxx) to check the probability. Detroit Public Schools Community District announces closures through their website, the DPSCD app, and local news (WXYZ, WDIV, Fox 2 Detroit). The Superintendent makes the final call based on weather conditions.

🌊 Lake Effect Snow Zone

Western Michigan regularly experiences intense lake effect snow from Lake Michigan. Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, and Traverse City areas can receive feet of snow while Detroit stays dry. Our predictor accounts for lake effect bands!