Winchester, Virginia

Will Frederick County Public Schools have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Winchester city averages 23.1 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 34.8°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 3 inches of snow, sooner if there is ice or the snow falls during the morning commute.

Where to check for an official closing

Only Frederick 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 (540)662-3888.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Winchester City Public Schools Winchester
• Clarke County Public Schools Berryville
• Warren County Public Schools Front Royal
• Shenandoah County Public Schools Woodstock
• Rappahannock County Public Schools Washington
• Page County Public Schools Luray
• Fauquier County Public Schools Warrenton
• Loudoun County Public Schools Ashburn

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