Minnesota school closings and delays today
Minnesota schools may close, start late, dismiss early, or use an e-learning day when snow, ice, dangerous wind chills, blizzard conditions, transportation problems or other emergencies affect safe operations. Conditions vary widely across the state, so one district can close while another remains open.
How to check Minnesota school closings
District alerts
Check your district website, text, phone and email notifications first for the most specific announcement.
Regional closing boards
Twin Cities and regional broadcasters publish weather-related closing, delay and early-dismissal lists.
Check timestamps
Confirm that the notice is current and applies to the correct school day before making travel or childcare decisions.
School closings in Minneapolis, St. Paul and across Minnesota
Families searching for school closings near Minneapolis–St. Paul can use Twin Cities closing boards, while families in Duluth, Rochester, St. Cloud, Mankato and other regions should also check their district and local media. FOX 9 publishes a weather-related school closing list for Minnesota and Wisconsin, while many districts also reference WCCO, KSTP, KMSP and KARE in their emergency notification procedures.
Minnesota e-learning days and late starts
A building closure does not always mean a traditional day off. Some Minnesota districts may announce an e-learning day. Others may use a late start when road or weather conditions are expected to improve. The district's message should explain whether students have online assignments, a changed bus schedule or a different start time.
When are Minnesota school closings announced?
Weather decisions are often made early in the morning, although a district may announce the night before when a major storm is expected. School District 197, for example, says families are typically notified by about 5:30 a.m. when an early-morning decision is required.
Trusted Minnesota references
FOX 9 maintains a Minnesota school closings board for current weather-related closings, delays and early dismissals. Individual districts remain the strongest source for a specific student's schedule.
FOX 9 Minnesota school closings · School District 197 closing guidance
Other school closing coverage
Browse the school closings by state directory, West Virginia school closings, or Ohio school closings.
Minnesota school closings FAQ
Are Minnesota schools closed today?
Closings are district-specific. Check your district's current alert and a regional closing board for the latest reported change.
What is an e-learning day?
An e-learning day is a day when buildings may be closed but students receive remote or online instruction according to district procedures.
Does no listing mean my school is open?
Not necessarily. A regional board may not contain every district or may update after the district's direct notification, so confirm with the school district.