Fessenden, North Dakota
Will FESSENDEN-BOWDON 25 have a snow day?
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How much snow it takes here
Wells County averages 33.7 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 13°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 FESSENDEN-BOWDON 25 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 (701)547-3296.
District facts
| Students | 180 |
| Schools | 2 |
| Teachers | 17 |
| Grades | Pre-K to 12 |
| Area type | Rural |
| County | Wells County, ND |
| District office | 500 2Nd St N, Fessenden |
| Phone | (701)547-3296 |
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 BIS office, point forecast for Fessenden. How we calculate the chance.