Jackson, North Carolina

Will Northampton County Schools have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Northampton County averages 4.9 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 41.3°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 1 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 Northampton 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)534-1371.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Weldon City Schools Weldon
• Halifax County Schools Halifax
• Roanoke Rapids City Schools Roanoke Rapids
• Hertford County Schools Winton
• Edgecombe County Public Schools Tarboro
• Bertie County Schools Windsor
• Martin County Schools Williamston
• Nash County Public Schools Nashville

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