Whitesburg, Kentucky
Will Letcher County have a snow day?
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How much snow it takes here
Letcher County averages 20.9 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 37.4°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 3 inches of snow, sooner if there is ice or the snow falls during the morning commute.
Where to check for an official closing
Only Letcher 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)633-4455.
District facts
| Students | 2,596 |
| Schools | 9 |
| Teachers | 205 |
| Grades | Pre-K to 12 |
| Area type | Rural |
| County | Letcher County, KY |
| District office | 224 Park St, Whitesburg |
| Phone | (606)633-4455 |
From the U.S. Department of Education's Common Core of Data (2022–23 school year).
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Forecast details: National Weather Service JKL office, point forecast for Whitesburg. How we calculate the chance.