Gilford, New Hampshire

Will Gilford School District have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Belknap County averages 63 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 24°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 Gilford School District 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 (603)527-9215.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Alton School District Alton
• Ashland School District Meredith
• Barnstead School District Barnstead
• Gilmanton School District Gilmanton
• Inter-Lakes Cooperative School District Meredith
• Laconia School District Laconia
• Prospect Mountain JMA School District Alton
• Shaker Regional School District Belmont
• Winnisquam Regional School District Tilton

Forecast details: National Weather Service GYX office, point forecast for Gilford. How we calculate the chance.