Chatham, Virginia

Will Pittsylvania County Public Schools have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Pittsylvania County averages 5.8 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 37.7°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 Pittsylvania 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 (434)432-2761.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Danville City Public Schools Danville
• Halifax County Public Schools Halifax
• Martinsville City Public Schools Martinsville
• Henry County Public Schools Collinsville
• Franklin County Public Schools Rocky Mount
• Bedford County Public Schools Bedford
• Campbell County Public Schools Rustburg
• Lynchburg City Public Schools Lynchburg

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