Lincoln, Nebraska
Will LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS 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
Lancaster County averages 27.7 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 27.3°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 5 inches of snow, sooner if there is ice or the snow falls during the morning commute.
Where to check for an official closing
Only LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS 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 (402)436-1000.
District facts
| Students | 41,850 |
| Schools | 76 |
| Teachers | 3,023 |
| Grades | Pre-K to 12 |
| Area type | City |
| County | Lancaster County, NE |
| District office | 5905 O Street, Lincoln |
| Phone | (402)436-1000 |
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 OAX office, point forecast for Lincoln. How we calculate the chance.