Baltimore, Maryland

Will Baltimore City Public Schools have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Baltimore city averages 21.5 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 36.4°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 Baltimore City Public Schools 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 (443)984-2000.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Baltimore County Public Schools Towson
• Howard County Public Schools Ellicott City
• Anne Arundel County Public Schools Annapolis
• Harford County Public Schools Bel Air
• Kent County Public Schools Rock Hall
• Carroll County Public Schools Westminster
• Prince George's County Public Schools Upper Marlboro
• Montgomery County Public Schools Rockville

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