Lead, South Dakota
Will Lead-Deadwood School District 40-1 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
Lawrence County averages 168.9 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 28°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at a foot or more of snow, sooner if there is ice or the snow falls during the morning commute.
Where to check for an official closing
Only Lead-Deadwood School District 40-1 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)717-3890.
District facts
| Students | 736 |
| Schools | 4 |
| Teachers | 75 |
| Grades | Kindergarten to 12 |
| Area type | Town |
| County | Lawrence County, SD |
| District office | 320 S Main St, Lead |
| Phone | (605)717-3890 |
From the U.S. Department of Education's Common Core of Data (2022–23 school year).
Nearby districts
- Spearfish School District 40-2 Spearfish
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- Custer School District 16-1 Custer
- Rapid City Area School District 51-4 Rapid City
- Elk Mountain School District 16-2 Edgemont
Forecast details: National Weather Service UNR office, point forecast for Lead. How we calculate the chance.