A significant late spring snowstorm led to widespread school closures across Colorado on May 6, 2026, affecting numerous districts and institutions including Denver Public Schools and Colorado State University.
The storm brought heavy, wet snow with accumulations expected to reach between 5-8 inches for the I-25 Corridor, while areas near the foothills could see as much as 12 inches. In response to these conditions, several school districts announced closures. Denver Public Schools canceled classes and all related events for the day, stating that safety was their primary concern.
Key school closures included:
- Aurora Public Schools announced that all schools would be closed due to inclement weather.
- Poudre School District closed all its schools, specifying that it would not be a remote learning day.
- Colorado State University also suspended operations, with all classes canceled.
The University of Colorado Boulder followed suit, closing its campus as the storm progressed throughout the morning. Notably, Douglas County School District also announced its closure due to similar hazardous conditions.
Poudre School District articulated its decision clearly: “Due to forecasted heavy wet snowfall and hazardous road conditions, all Poudre School District schools will be closed Wednesday, May 6. This will not be a remote learning day.” Meanwhile, Colorado State University indicated that its Oval would be closed starting at 6 p.m. due to the weight of the snow on tree branches.
This late-season storm has raised questions about weather patterns in Colorado during spring months. Observers note that such occurrences can disrupt educational schedules significantly; however, the long-term implications of these weather events on school planning and logistics remain uncertain.
