Bailey, Colorado

Will Platte Canyon School District No. 1 of the county of Park have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Jefferson County averages 122.5 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 30°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at a foot or more of snow, sooner if there is ice or the snow falls during the morning commute.

Where to check for an official closing

Only Platte Canyon School District No. 1 of the county of Park 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 (303)838-7666.

District facts

From the U.S. Department of Education's Common Core of Data (2022–23 school year).

Nearby districts

• Jefferson County School District No. R-1 Golden
• Clear Creek School District No. Re-1 Idaho Springs
• Gilpin County School District No. Re-1 Black Hawk
• Park County School District No. Re-2 Fairplay
• Sheridan School District No. 2 Englewood
• Littleton School District No. 6 in the county of Arapahoe Littleton
• Summit School District No. Re 1 Frisco
• Englewood School District No. 1 in the county of Arapahoe Englewood

Forecast details: National Weather Service BOU office, point forecast for Bailey. How we calculate the chance.