Phoenix, Arizona

Will Alhambra Elementary District (4280) have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Maricopa County averages 0.1 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 55.1°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at less than an inch of snow, sooner if there is ice or the snow falls during the morning commute. Even a light glaze of ice can shut schools down in an area that rarely sees snow.

Where to check for an official closing

Only Alhambra Elementary District (4280) 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 (602)336-2920.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Agua Fria Union High School District (4289) Avondale
• Arlington Elementary District (4274) Arlington
• Avondale Elementary District (4272) Avondale
• Balsz Elementary District (4268) Phoenix
• Buckeye Elementary District (4269) Buckeye
• Buckeye Union High School District (4284) Buckeye
• Cartwright Elementary District (4282) Phoenix
• Cave Creek Unified District (4244) Scottsdale
• Chandler Unified District #80 (4242) Chandler
• Creighton Elementary District (4263) Phoenix
• Deer Valley Unified District (4246) Phoenix
• Dysart Unified District (4243) Surprise

Forecast details: National Weather Service PSR office, point forecast for Phoenix. How we calculate the chance.