Michigan Snow Day Predictor: Real-Time School Closing Chances
Get instant snow day predictions for Michigan schools. Our AI analyzes NOAA weather data and tracks alerts from WDIV, WXYZ, and WJBK to predict school closings across Detroit, Grand Rapids, and all MI districts.
Why Michigan Snow Days Are Legendary
Michigan is surrounded by the Great Lakes, making it one of the snowiest states in America. The lake-effect snow machine can drop 1-2 feet of snow in hours on the west side of the state, while Detroit gets buried by Alberta Clippers sweeping down from Canada.
We integrate real-time data from the National Weather Service Detroit,NWS Grand Rapids, and NWS Marquette offices, along with historical closing patterns from major MI districts including:
- • Detroit Public Schools
- • Grand Rapids Public Schools
- • Ann Arbor Public Schools
- • Lansing School District
- • Flint Community Schools
- • Traverse City Area Schools
Michigan students are tough — districts often require 6+ inches of snow or dangerous wind chills below -15°F before closing. Upper Peninsula schools have even higher thresholds due to their hardy winter-adapted communities.
Trusted Michigan Weather Sources
WDIV (NBC Detroit)
Southeast Michigan's #1 source for winter storm tracking and school closings.
WXYZ (ABC Detroit)
Metro Detroit's trusted weather team with 24/7 storm coverage.
WOOD-TV (NBC Grand Rapids)
West Michigan's lake-effect snow experts tracking bands off Lake Michigan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Snow Day Predictions
It depends on when it falls. 3 inches at 5 AM is more dangerous than 5 inches at 5 PM. Our algorithm weights timing heavily. Early morning snowfall that affects the morning commute has a much higher impact on school closures than afternoon snow. Additionally, whether roads have been treated and local district policies play a significant role.
We don't just look at snow depth. We track icing updates and wind chill advisories live to give you the most precise percentage available in 2025. Our AI algorithm analyzes multiple weather factors including snowfall amount, ice conditions, temperature, wind speed, and storm timing. While no predictor can guarantee 100% accuracy (school districts make their own decisions), our model is designed to give you the best possible estimate based on current weather data.