Alturas, California
Will Modoc Joint Unified have a snow day?
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How much snow it takes here
Modoc County averages 49.3 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 33.7°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 6 inches of snow, sooner if there is ice or the snow falls during the morning commute.
Where to check for an official closing
Only Modoc Joint Unified can close its schools. Districts usually post closings and delays on their website and social media, send texts, emails or robocalls to families, and report them to local TV and radio stations, often by 5:30 or 6 a.m. The district office's number is (530)233-7201.
District facts
| Students | 832 |
| Schools | 6 |
| Teachers | 51 |
| Grades | Kindergarten to 12 |
| Area type | Town |
| County | Modoc County, CA |
| District office | 906 W. Fourth St., Alturas |
| Phone | (530)233-7201 |
From the U.S. Department of Education's Common Core of Data (2022–23 school year).
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- Johnstonville Elementary Susanville
- Lassen County Office of Education Susanville
Forecast details: National Weather Service MFR office, point forecast for Alturas. How we calculate the chance.