Harrisburg, Illinois

Will Harrisburg CUSD 3 have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Saline County averages 8 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 35.1°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 1 inch of snow, sooner if there is ice or the snow falls during the morning commute.

Where to check for an official closing

Only Harrisburg CUSD 3 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 (618)253-7637.

District facts

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

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