Harvey, Louisiana
Will Jefferson Parish have a snow day?
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How much snow it takes here
Jefferson Parish averages 0 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 56.1°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 Jefferson Parish 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 (504)733-9461.
District facts
| Students | 50,628 |
| Schools | 82 |
| Teachers | 2,577 |
| Grades | Pre-K to 12 |
| Area type | Suburb |
| County | Jefferson Parish, LA |
| District office | 1901 Manhattan Suite A201, Harvey |
| Phone | (504)733-9461 |
From the U.S. Department of Education's Common Core of Data (2022–23 school year).
Nearby districts
- Orleans Parish New Orleans
- Plaquemines Parish Belle Chasse
- St. Bernard Parish Chalmette
- St. Charles Parish Luling
- St. John the Baptist Parish Reserve
- St. Tammany Parish Covington
- St. James Parish Lutcher
- Terrebonne Parish Houma
Forecast details: National Weather Service LIX office, point forecast for Harvey. How we calculate the chance.