Falls Church, Virginia
Will Fairfax County Public Schools have a snow day?
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How much snow it takes here
Fairfax County averages 16.7 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 35.3°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 Fairfax 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 (571)423-1010.
District facts
| Students | 179,858 |
| Schools | 223 |
| Teachers | 12,675 |
| Grades | Pre-K to 12 |
| Area type | Suburb |
| County | Fairfax County, VA |
| District office | 8115 Gatehouse Rd Gatehouse Adm Ctr, Falls Church |
| Phone | (571)423-1010 |
From the U.S. Department of Education's Common Core of Data (2022–23 school year).
Nearby districts
- Falls Church City Public Schools Falls Church
- Arlington County Public Schools Arlington
- Alexandria City Public Schools Alexandria
- Manassas Park City Public Schools Manassas Park
- Manassas City Public Schools Manassas
- Prince William County Public Schools Manassas
- Loudoun County Public Schools Ashburn
- Stafford County Public Schools Stafford
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