Independence, Virginia

Will Grayson County Public Schools have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Grayson County averages 13.3 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 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 Grayson 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 (276)773-2832.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Galax City Public Schools Galax
• Wythe County Public Schools Wytheville
• Smyth County Public Schools Marion
• Carroll County Public Schools Hillsville
• Bland County Public Schools Bastian
• Pulaski County Public Schools Pulaski
• Tazewell County Public Schools Tazewell
• Radford City Public Schools Radford

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