Merkel, Texas

Will MERKEL ISD have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Taylor County averages 1.8 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 46.4°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at less than an inch of snow, sooner if there is ice or the snow falls during the morning commute. Even a light glaze of ice can shut schools down in an area that rarely sees snow.

Where to check for an official closing

Only MERKEL ISD 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 (325)928-5813.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• ABILENE ISD Abilene
• JIM NED CISD Tuscola
• TRENT ISD Trent
• WYLIE ISD Abilene
• HAWLEY ISD Hawley
• ANSON ISD Anson
• SWEETWATER ISD Sweetwater
• HAMLIN COLLEGIATE ISD Hamlin

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