Lewes, Delaware
Will Cape Henlopen School District have a snow day?
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How much snow it takes here
Sussex County averages 11.2 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 38.8°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 2 inches of snow, sooner if there is ice or the snow falls during the morning commute.
Where to check for an official closing
Only Cape Henlopen School District 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 (302)645-6686.
District facts
| Students | 6,336 |
| Schools | 9 |
| Teachers | 466 |
| Grades | Pre-K to 12 |
| Area type | Town |
| County | Sussex County, DE |
| District office | 1270 Kings Hwy, Lewes |
| Phone | (302)645-6686 |
From the U.S. Department of Education's Common Core of Data (2022–23 school year).
Nearby districts
- Delmar School District Delmar
- Indian River School District Selbyville
- Laurel School District Laurel
- Milford School District Milford
- Seaford School District Seaford
- Sussex Technical School District Georgetown
- Woodbridge School District Bridgeville
- Lake Forest School District Felton
Forecast details: National Weather Service PHI office, point forecast for Lewes. How we calculate the chance.