A significant late spring snowstorm hit Colorado on May 6, 2026, leading to widespread school closures across the state. Major districts like Denver Public Schools and Aurora Public Schools canceled classes, leaving thousands of students at home.
The storm brought heavy, wet snow—forecasts predicted accumulations of 5-8 inches along the I-25 Corridor, with some areas near the foothills potentially seeing up to 12 inches. The Poudre School District announced that all schools would be closed that day and clarified it would not be a remote learning day. “Due to forecasted heavy wet snowfall and hazardous road conditions, all Poudre School District schools will be closed Wednesday, May 6,” the district stated.
In Denver, the largest district in the state, officials confirmed the cancellation of classes and all school-related events. “The state’s largest district, Denver Public Schools, joined other major districts and canceled Wednesday classes due to severe weather,” they explained. Similarly, Aurora Public Schools issued a statement announcing their closures due to inclement weather conditions.
Even institutions of higher education felt the impact. Colorado State University and the University of Colorado Boulder both closed their campuses for the day. CSU shared that “The Oval will be closed starting at 6 p.m. today due to wet, heavy snow on tree branches.” This echoed a broader sentiment across educational institutions as they prioritized safety amid challenging weather.
Historically, May snowstorms are not unheard of in Colorado—yet this one caught many off guard with its severity. As students and families dealt with unexpected time off from school, parents scrambled to adjust their schedules.
Looking ahead, observers are keenly watching how this storm might affect upcoming school activities and events as they navigate through rescheduling or potential further disruptions. However, for now, safety remains paramount as schools assess conditions before reopening.