Port Wing, Wisconsin

Will South Shore School District have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Bayfield County averages 85.9 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 16.4°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. Bitter wind chills can close schools here too.

Where to check for an official closing

Only South Shore 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 (715)774-3500.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Bayfield School District Bayfield
• Drummond Area School District Drummond
• Washburn School District Washburn
• Maple School District Maple
• Ashland School District Ashland
• Solon Springs School District Solon Springs
• Superior School District Superior
• Northwood School District Minong

Forecast details: National Weather Service DLH office, point forecast for Port Wing. How we calculate the chance.