Winter Weather Causes School Closures and Business Disruptions in Houston Area

January 16, 2024

Houston, Texas

Due to concerns regarding extreme cold and wind chill conditions across Texas and the Houston area, numerous schools and businesses have announced closures and schedule adjustments for Tuesday, January 16, 2024.

School Closures:

• Angleton ISD: All campuses and facilities will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Boling ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Brazosport College: Classes and operations, including the Bill & Julia May Children’s Center, will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Centerville ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Cleveland ISD: All campuses and facilities will be closed on Tuesday, January 16. The warming centers at Cleveland Middle School and Santa Fe Middle School will extend their hours of operation until 5 PM on Tuesday. All enrolled Cleveland ISD students and their families are welcome.
• Conroe ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Dayton ISD: Classes and activities have been canceled on Tuesday, January 16.
• Galena Park ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Goodrich ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Katy ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Montgomery ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• New Caney ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• New Waverly ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Pro-Vision Academy: The school will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Tarkington ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Texas A&M University: Classes are canceled for Tuesday, January 16.
• Sealy ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Smart Scholars Academy in Rosharon, TX: The school will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Southwest Public Schools: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Spring ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Tomball ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Waller ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Royal ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Channelview ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Wharton County Junior College: All campuses and facilities will be closed on Tuesday, January 16. No scheduled classes or extracurricular activities will be held. The Wharton County Junior College Board of Trustees meeting has been canceled and will be rescheduled.
• Pasadena ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Cypress-Fairbanks ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Crosby ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Needville ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Hempstead ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Clear Creek ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Alvin ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Pearland ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Spring Branch ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Texas City ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Santa Fe ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• La Porte ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Humble ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Friendswood ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Magnolia ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Alvin Community College: Classes and offices will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Alief ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Dickinson ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Sheldon ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Splendora ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Calvin Nelms Charter Schools: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Galveston College: The college will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• College of the Mainland: The college will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Brazosport ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Prairie View A&M University: The university will shift to virtual operations from Tuesday, January 16 to Wednesday, January 17.
• Shepherd ISD: Schools will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Rhodes School for the Performing Arts: Campuses and administrative offices will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.

Business Closures:

Due to the severe weather conditions, several businesses in the Houston area have also announced closures or modified hours of operation. Some notable closures include:

• Houston Zoo: The zoo will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Children’s Museum of Houston: The museum will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Houston Museum of Natural Science: The museum will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• The Menil Collection: The museum will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Museum of Fine Arts, Houston: The museum will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Houston Aquarium: The aquarium will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Space Center Houston: The center will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Kemah Boardwalk: The boardwalk will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Galveston Island Historic Pleasure Pier: The pier will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Moody Gardens in Galveston: The complex will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• San Jacinto Battleground State Historic Site: The site will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.
• Battleship Texas State Historic Site: The site will be closed on Tuesday, January 16.

Additional Information:

• Residents are advised to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel during the severe weather event.
• Those who must travel should exercise caution and allow extra time to reach their destinations.
• Power outages may occur due to the high winds and heavy snow. Residents are encouraged to have a plan in place in case of an outage.
• Warming centers have been set up in various locations across the Houston area. Residents who need a warm place to stay can find a list of locations at [website].
• The latest weather forecast and updates can be found at [website].

Stay safe and warm during this winter weather event!