Midwest Region•Capital: Jefferson City
Missouri Snow Day Predictor
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Positioned at the boundary of arctic cold fronts and Gulf moisture, Missouri frequently encounters freezing rain and sleet storms alongside heavy snow.
Typical Closure Threshold
3 to 7 inches (or icing)
Climate Classification
Humid Continental / Humid Subtropical
Average Annual Snow Days
6–14 days
Missouri Cities & School Districts
Select your city below for localized school closure probability forecasts and district contacts.
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Department of Transportation Plowing Operations
MoDOT operates over 1,500 plow trucks maintaining I-70, I-44, and major state corridors.
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School Closure Decision Framework
St. Louis and Kansas City area school districts balance suburban arterial clearance with residential street plowing.
Missouri Snow Day FAQs
Q:How does freezing rain affect St. Louis and Kansas City schools?
Freezing rain is common along the I-70 corridor; even 0.15 inches of ice glaze prompts widespread school cancellations.