Hays, Kansas

Will Hays have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Ellis County averages 13.9 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 32.9°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 2 inches of snow, sooner if there is ice or the snow falls during the morning commute.

Where to check for an official closing

Only Hays 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 (785)623-2400.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Ellis Ellis
• Victoria Victoria
• LaCrosse La Crosse
• Plainville Plainville
• Otis-Bison Otis
• Paradise Natoma
• Russell County Russell
• Palco Damar

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