Gatesville, North Carolina

Will Gates County Schools have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Gates County averages 3.7 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 41.7°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 Gates 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 (252)357-1113.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Hertford County Schools Winton
• Perquimans County Schools Hertford
• Edenton-Chowan Schools Edenton
• Bertie County Schools Windsor
• Elizabeth City-Pasquotank Public Schools Elizabeth City
• Washington County Schools Plymouth
• Camden County Schools Camden
• Northeast Regional School - Biotech/Agri Jamesville

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