Norton, Virginia

Will Norton City Public Schools have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Norton city averages 40.8 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 35.8°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 5 inches of snow, sooner if there is ice or the snow falls during the morning commute.

Where to check for an official closing

Only Norton City 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)679-2330.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Wise County Public Schools Wise
• Dickenson County Public Schools Clintwood
• Scott County Public Schools Gate City
• Lee County Public Schools Jonesville
• Bristol City Public Schools Bristol
• Russell County Public Schools Lebanon
• Buchanan County Public Schools Grundy
• Washington County Public Schools Abingdon

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