Dakota, Illinois
Will Dakota CUSD 201 have a snow day?
Chance of a snow day
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How much snow it takes here
Stephenson County averages 34.9 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 22.9°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. Bitter wind chills can close schools here too.
Where to check for an official closing
Only Dakota CUSD 201 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 (844)632-5682.
District facts
| Students | 756 |
| Schools | 2 |
| Teachers | 53 |
| Grades | Pre-K to 12 |
| Area type | Rural |
| County | Stephenson County, IL |
| District office | 400 Campus Dr, Dakota |
| Phone | (844)632-5682 |
From the U.S. Department of Education's Common Core of Data (2022–23 school year).
Nearby districts
- Freeport SD 145 Freeport
- Lena Winslow CUSD 202 Lena
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- Durand CUSD 322 Durand
- Forrestville Valley CUSD 221 Forreston
- Winnebago CUSD 323 Winnebago
Forecast details: National Weather Service DVN office, point forecast for Dakota. How we calculate the chance.