Chesapeake, Virginia

Will Chesapeake City Public Schools have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Chesapeake city averages 4.7 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 43.1°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. 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 Chesapeake 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 (757)547-0153.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Portsmouth City Public Schools Portsmouth
• Norfolk City Public Schools Norfolk
• Virginia Beach City Public Schools Virginia Beach
• Hampton City Public Schools Hampton
• Suffolk City Public Schools Suffolk
• Poquoson City Public Schools Poquoson
• Newport News City Public Schools Newport News
• Isle of Wight County Public Schools Smithfield

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