Weather Guidelines

NISD SHAC approved adverse weather guidelines provide direction for elementary school outdoor activities.

The following guidelines should be observed during times of excessive heat:

Heat Index or AQI	Precautions
80-90 F Green	Outdoor activities allowed. Be alert for early signs of heat related illness. Water breaks and rest in shade every 20 minutes.
90-100 F Yellow	Outdoor activities to include rest in shade and water breaks every 15 minutes. Encourage fluids before, during and after outdoor activities. Be alert for signs of heat related illness, especially for those at a higher risk.
Above 100 F Orange or Red	No outdoor activities.

Heat Index or AQI

Precautions

80-90 F
Green

Outdoor activities allowed. Be alert for early signs of heat related illness. Water breaks and rest in shade every 20 minutes.

90-100 F
Yellow

Outdoor activities to include rest in shade and water breaks every 15 minutes. Encourage fluids before, during and after outdoor activities.

Be alert for signs of heat related illness, especially for those at a higher risk.

Above 100 F
Orange or Red

No outdoor activities.

The following guidelines should be observed during times of cold weather:

Wind Chill	Recommendations
Below 60 F	Jacket or long sleeves
Below 50 F	Coat and long pants
Below 40 F	Gloves and hats with above recommendations; increased caution; limit outdoor activity to less than 15 minutes
Below 35 F	Indoor recess/PE