Dixon, Montana

Will Dixon Elem have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Sanders County averages 53.6 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 27°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.

Where to check for an official closing

Only Dixon 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)246-3566.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Hot Springs K-12 Hot Springs
• Noxon Elem Noxon
• Noxon H S Noxon
• Plains K-12 Plains
• Thompson Falls Elem Thompson Falls
• Thompson Falls H S Thompson Falls
• Trout Creek Elem Trout Creek
• Charlo Elem Charlo

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