Williston, North Dakota
Will WILLISTON BASIN 7 have a snow day?
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How much snow it takes here
Williams County averages 43.7 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 14.7°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 WILLISTON BASIN 7 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)572-1580.
District facts
| Students | 5,294 |
| Schools | 13 |
| Teachers | 373 |
| Grades | Kindergarten to 12 |
| Area type | Town |
| County | Williams County, ND |
| District office | 1201 9Th Ave Nw, Williston |
| Phone | (701)572-1580 |
From the U.S. Department of Education's Common Core of Data (2022–23 school year).
Nearby districts
- EIGHT MILE 6 Trenton
- GRENORA 99 Grenora
- NESSON 2 Ray
- TIOGA 15 Tioga
- ALEXANDER 2 Alexander
- MCKENZIE CO 1 Watford City
- HORSE CREEK 32 Cartwright
- DIVIDE COUNTY 1 Crosby
Forecast details: National Weather Service BIS office, point forecast for Williston. How we calculate the chance.