Syracuse, New York

Will SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Onondaga County averages 110.7 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 25.9°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at a foot or more of snow, sooner if there is ice or the snow falls during the morning commute.

Where to check for an official closing

Only SYRACUSE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT 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 (315)435-4161.

District facts

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

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