Ellicott City, Maryland

Will Howard County Public Schools have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Howard County averages 27.5 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 35.7°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 Howard 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 (410)313-6600.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Baltimore City Public Schools Baltimore
• Montgomery County Public Schools Rockville
• Baltimore County Public Schools Towson
• Carroll County Public Schools Westminster
• Anne Arundel County Public Schools Annapolis
• Prince George's County Public Schools Upper Marlboro
• Frederick County Public Schools Frederick
• Harford County Public Schools Bel Air

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