Galveston, Texas

Will GALVESTON ISD have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Galveston County averages 0.1 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 57.9°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 GALVESTON ISD 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 (409)766-5100.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• CLEAR CREEK ISD League City
• DICKINSON ISD Dickinson
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• HIGH ISLAND ISD High Island
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• SANTA FE ISD Santa Fe
• TEXAS CITY ISD Texas City
• LA PORTE ISD La Porte

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