Bristol, Virginia

Will Bristol City Public Schools have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Bristol city averages 8.2 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 37.8°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.

Where to check for an official closing

Only Bristol City Public 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 (276)821-5600.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Washington County Public Schools Abingdon
• Russell County Public Schools Lebanon
• Scott County Public Schools Gate City
• Wise County Public Schools Wise
• Norton City Public Schools Norton
• Dickenson County Public Schools Clintwood
• Smyth County Public Schools Marion
• Buchanan County Public Schools Grundy

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