Durango, Colorado
Will Durango School District No. 9-R have a snow day?
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How much snow it takes here
La Plata County averages 66.1 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 28.1°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 8 inches of snow, sooner if there is ice or the snow falls during the morning commute.
Where to check for an official closing
Only Durango School District No. 9-R 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 (970)247-5411.
District facts
| Students | 5,452 |
| Schools | 13 |
| Teachers | 389 |
| Grades | Pre-K to 12 |
| Area type | Town |
| County | La Plata County, CO |
| District office | 201 East 12Th Street, Durango |
| Phone | (970)247-5411 |
From the U.S. Department of Education's Common Core of Data (2022–23 school year).
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- Ouray School District No. R-1 of the county of Ouray and Ouray
Forecast details: National Weather Service GJT office, point forecast for Durango. How we calculate the chance.