Mackay, Idaho
Will MACKAY JOINT DISTRICT have a snow day?
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How much snow it takes here
Custer County averages 46.5 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 21.5°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. Bitter wind chills can close schools here too.
Where to check for an official closing
Only MACKAY JOINT DISTRICT 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 (208)588-2896.
District facts
| Students | 231 |
| Schools | 2 |
| Teachers | 18 |
| Grades | Pre-K to 12 |
| Area type | Rural |
| County | Custer County, ID |
| District office | 400 East Spruce Street, Mackay |
| Phone | (208)588-2896 |
From the U.S. Department of Education's Common Core of Data (2022–23 school year).
Nearby districts
- CHALLIS JOINT DISTRICT Challis
- BUTTE COUNTY JOINT DISTRICT Arco
- SOUTH LEMHI DISTRICT Leadore
- BLAINE COUNTY DISTRICT Hailey
- RICHFIELD DISTRICT Richfield
- DIETRICH DISTRICT Dietrich
- ABERDEEN DISTRICT Aberdeen
- SHOSHONE JOINT DISTRICT Shoshone
Forecast details: National Weather Service PIH office, point forecast for Mackay. How we calculate the chance.