Machipongo, Virginia

Will Northampton County Public Schools have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Northampton County averages 6 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 41.2°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 1 inch of snow, sooner if there is ice or the snow falls during the morning commute.

Where to check for an official closing

Only Northampton 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 (757)678-5151.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Accomack County Public Schools Accomac
• Mathews County Public Schools Mathews
• Poquoson City Public Schools Poquoson
• Hampton City Public Schools Hampton
• Lancaster County Public Schools Weems
• York County Public Schools Yorktown
• Gloucester County Public Schools Gloucester
• Virginia Beach City Public Schools Virginia Beach

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