Detroit Lakes, Minnesota

Will DETROIT LAKES PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST. have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Becker County averages 48.1 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 10.8°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 11 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 DETROIT LAKES PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST. 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 (218)847-9271.

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 FGF office, point forecast for Detroit Lakes. How we calculate the chance.