Sparta, Illinois

Will Sparta CUSD 140 have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Randolph County averages 8.3 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 34.2°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 Sparta CUSD 140 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)443-5331.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Chester CUSD 139 Chester
• Coulterville USD 1 Coulterville
• Prairie Du Rocher CCSD 134 Prairie Du Rocher
• Red Bud CUSD 132 Red Bud
• Steeleville CUSD 138 Steeleville
• Marissa CUSD 40 Marissa
• St Libory Cons SD 30 Saint Libory
• Trico CUSD 176 Campbell Hill

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