North Sioux City, South Dakota
Will Dakota Valley School District 61-8 have a snow day?
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How much snow it takes here
Union County averages 35.7 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 20.2°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 7 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 Dakota Valley School District 61-8 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 (605)422-3800.
District facts
| Students | 1,387 |
| Schools | 4 |
| Teachers | 90 |
| Grades | Kindergarten to 12 |
| Area type | Suburb |
| County | Union County, SD |
| District office | 1150 Northshore Dr, North Sioux City |
| Phone | (605)422-3800 |
From the U.S. Department of Education's Common Core of Data (2022–23 school year).
Nearby districts
- Alcester-Hudson School District 61-1 Alcester
- Beresford School District 61-2 Beresford
- Elk Point-Jefferson School District 61-7 Elk Point
- Vermillion School District 13-1 Vermillion
- Centerville School District 60-1 Centerville
- Gayville-Volin School District 63-1 Gayville
- Canton School District 41-1 Canton
- Irene - Wakonda School District 13-3 Irene
Forecast details: National Weather Service FSD office, point forecast for North Sioux City. How we calculate the chance.