Watford City, North Dakota

Will MCKENZIE CO 1 have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

McKenzie County averages 48.5 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 16.3°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 MCKENZIE CO 1 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)444-3626.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• YELLOWSTONE 14 Fairview
• ALEXANDER 2 Alexander
• HORSE CREEK 32 Cartwright
• MANDAREE 36 Mandaree
• WILLISTON BASIN 7 Williston
• NESSON 2 Ray
• EIGHT MILE 6 Trenton
• KILLDEER 16 Killdeer

Forecast details: National Weather Service BIS office, point forecast for Watford City. How we calculate the chance.