Frederick, Maryland

Will Frederick County Public Schools have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Frederick County averages 30.6 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 33.2°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 4 inches of snow, sooner if there is ice or the snow falls during the morning commute.

Where to check for an official closing

Only Frederick County 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 (301)644-5000.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Montgomery County Public Schools Rockville
• Washington County Public Schools Hagerstown
• Carroll County Public Schools Westminster
• Howard County Public Schools Ellicott City
• Baltimore County Public Schools Towson
• Baltimore City Public Schools Baltimore
• Prince George's County Public Schools Upper Marlboro
• Anne Arundel County Public Schools Annapolis

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