Ovando, Montana

Will Ovando Elem have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Powell County averages 36.3 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 22.7°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 Ovando 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)793-5722.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Avon Elem Avon
• Deer Lodge Elem Deer Lodge
• Elliston Elem Elliston
• Garrison Elem Garrison
• Helmville Elem Helmville
• Powell County H S Deer Lodge
• Sunset Elem Greenough
• Drummond Elem Drummond

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