Eastern, Kentucky

Will Floyd County have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Floyd County averages 3.3 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 37.3°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 Floyd County 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 (606)886-2354.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Knott County Hindman
• Pike County Pikeville
• Pikeville Independent Pikeville
• Paintsville Independent Paintsville
• Johnson County Paintsville
• Magoffin County Salyersville
• Jenkins Independent Jenkins
• Letcher County Whitesburg

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