Zapata, Texas

Will ZAPATA COUNTY ISD have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Zapata County averages 0.1 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 59.6°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 ZAPATA COUNTY 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 (956)765-6546.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• ROMA ISD Roma
• LAREDO ISD Laredo
• WEBB CISD Bruni
• UNITED ISD Laredo
• RIO GRANDE CITY GRULLA ISD Rio Grande City
• JIM HOGG COUNTY ISD Hebbronville
• SAN ISIDRO ISD San Isidro
• RAMIREZ CSD Ramirez

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