Chinook, Montana
Will Bear Paw Elem have a snow day?
Chance of a snow day
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How much snow it takes here
Blaine County averages 35.8 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 19.5°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 7 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 Bear Paw Elem 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 (406)395-4436.
District facts
| Students | 12 |
| Schools | 1 |
| Teachers | 1 |
| Grades | Pre-K to 8 |
| Area type | Rural |
| County | Blaine County, MT |
| District office | 29815 Clear Creek Road, Chinook |
| Phone | (406)395-4436 |
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 TFX office, point forecast for Chinook. How we calculate the chance.