Tappahannock, Virginia

Will Essex County Public Schools have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Essex County averages 10.4 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 40.1°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 Essex County 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 (804)443-4366.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Richmond County Public Schools Warsaw
• Westmoreland County Public Schools Montross
• King and Queen County Public Schools King And Queen Ch
• King William County Public Schools King William
• Colonial Beach Public Schools Colonial Beach
• Northumberland County Public Schools Heathsville
• West Point Public Schools West Point
• New Kent County Public Schools New Kent

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