Park River, North Dakota
Will PARK RIVER AREA 8 have a snow day?
Chance of a snow day
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Delay or closing
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How much snow it takes here
Walsh County averages 37.5 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 8°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 10 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 PARK RIVER AREA 8 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)284-7164.
District facts
| Students | 485 |
| Schools | 2 |
| Teachers | 37 |
| Grades | Pre-K to 12 |
| Area type | Rural |
| County | Walsh County, ND |
| District office | 704 5Th St W, Park River |
| Phone | (701)284-7164 |
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 FGF office, point forecast for Park River. How we calculate the chance.