Sparta, North Carolina

Will Alleghany County Schools have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Alleghany County averages 18.3 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 34.9°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 2 inches of snow, sooner if there is ice or the snow falls during the morning commute.

Where to check for an official closing

Only Alleghany County 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 (336)372-4345.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Wilkes County Schools North Wilkesboro
• Ashe County Schools Jefferson
• Elkin City Schools Elkin
• Appalachian State Univ Academy at Elkin Elkin
• Surry County Schools Dobson
• Mount Airy City Schools Mount Airy
• Yadkin County Schools Yadkinville
• Alexander County Schools Taylorsville

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