Nebraska Snow Day Calculator
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Instant snow day predictions for schools across Nebraska
Nebraska School Closure Prediction Tool
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Nebraska Snow Day Forecast Results
Nebraska ZIP Code Coverage
Eastern Nebraska - Omaha Metro
Southeast Nebraska - Lincoln Area
Western Nebraska - Panhandle
Central Nebraska
For accurate Nebraska Snow Day Calculator predictions, please note that western regions typically receive more snow than eastern areas
Nebraska Snow Statistics & Information
Geographic Features
- •Platte River
- •Sand Hills
- •Pine Ridge
- •Missouri River
- •Wildcat Hills
Snow Statistics
Annual Average Snowfall
29 inches
Snow Days per Year
25 days
School Information
Average Snow Days
6 days/year
School Districts
244
Nebraska Historical Snow Events
Record snowfall in Harrisburg
1912-03-15Snowfall: 27 inches
Western Nebraska paralyzed
October Surprise Blizzard
1997-10-25Snowfall: 13 inches
Early season closures statewide
Christmas Blizzard
2009-12-22Snowfall: 18 inches
Holiday travel disrupted, extended school break
Nebraska Snow Facts
Nebraska's flat terrain makes it particularly susceptible to ground blizzards
The Panhandle region can receive twice as much snow as eastern Nebraska
The state has recorded snow in every month except July and August
Ground blizzards can occur even with clear skies due to high winds
Nebraska averages 25 days with snow cover annually
The state's elevation rise of 4,584 feet from east to west affects snowfall patterns
Rural school districts often have different closure criteria than urban ones
The Sand Hills region can create unique snow distribution patterns