Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Will Philadelphia City SD have a snow day?
Chance of a snow day
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Delay or closing
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How much snow it takes here
Philadelphia County averages 16.6 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 36.9°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 Philadelphia City SD 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 (215)400-4000.
District facts
| Students | 118,335 |
| Schools | 219 |
| Teachers | 8,143 |
| Grades | Pre-K to 12 |
| Area type | City |
| County | Philadelphia County, PA |
| District office | 440 North Broad Street, Philadelphia |
| Phone | (215)400-4000 |
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 PHI office, point forecast for Philadelphia. How we calculate the chance.