Ashland, Virginia

Will Hanover County Public Schools have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Hanover County averages 14.6 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 39°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 Hanover 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)365-4500.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Richmond City Public Schools Richmond
• Henrico County Public Schools Henrico
• Caroline County Public Schools Bowling Green
• Chesterfield County Public Schools Chesterfield
• Spotsylvania County Public Schools Fredericksburg
• Goochland County Public Schools Goochland
• King William County Public Schools King William
• Hopewell City Public Schools Hopewell

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