Vermillion, South Dakota

Will Vermillion School District 13-1 have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Clay County averages 33.1 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 20.8°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 Vermillion School District 13-1 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)677-7000.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Elk Point-Jefferson School District 61-7 Elk Point
• Gayville-Volin School District 63-1 Gayville
• Beresford School District 61-2 Beresford
• Centerville School District 60-1 Centerville
• Alcester-Hudson School District 61-1 Alcester
• Irene - Wakonda School District 13-3 Irene
• Viborg-Hurley School District 60-6 Viborg
• Dakota Valley School District 61-8 North Sioux City

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