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School Closings in Virginia

Will schools close in Virginia tomorrow? Live snow day probability for 12 Virginia cities, updated every 30 minutes.

About Virginia Winter Weather

Virginia winter weather varies dramatically across the state. Across the 12 Virginia cities covered by SnowSense™, average annual snowfall is 11 inches, ranging from 5 inches in Virginia Beach to 20 inches in Charlottesville.

School-closure thresholds track the regional snowfall climatology: districts in high-snowfall areas close only for major events, while low-snowfall districts close for smaller events that would be unremarkable elsewhere. Virginia's district-level autonomy means nearby towns sometimes make different closure calls for the same storm.

Pick a city above for a live snow day probability specific to that location. Each Virginia city's probability refreshes every 30 minutes with the latest forecast data.

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Virginia Cities — Snow Day Probability

Virginia School Districts

FAQ — Virginia School Closings

How do I check if school is closed in Virginia?

Check SnowSense™ for live snow day probability in Virginia. Our model updates every 30 minutes using NWS forecast data and Virginia-calibrated closure thresholds. You can also monitor your district's automated notification system and local news stations.

What temperature closes schools in Virginia?

Virginia districts vary: northern areas may stay open until wind chills hit -25°F, while southern areas close at -10°F. Ice events close schools faster than snow in Virginia.

How many snow days does Virginia typically get?

Virginia averages 11 inches of snow per year, with most districts using 3–7 snow days annually. Ice events can consume multiple days at once.