Rochester, Minnesota
Will ROCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT have a snow day?
Chance of a snow day
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Delay or closing
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How much snow it takes here
Olmsted County averages 51.4 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 17.6°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 9 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 ROCHESTER PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT 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 (507)328-3000.
District facts
| Students | 17,492 |
| Schools | 48 |
| Teachers | 823 |
| Grades | Pre-K to 12 |
| Area type | City |
| County | Olmsted County, MN |
| District office | 615 7Th St Sw, Rochester |
| Phone | (507)328-3000 |
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 ARX office, point forecast for Rochester. How we calculate the chance.