Prince George, Virginia

Will Prince George County Public Schools have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Prince George County averages 4.5 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 42.1°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. Even a light glaze of ice can shut schools down in an area that rarely sees snow.

Where to check for an official closing

Only Prince George 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)733-2700.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Hopewell City Public Schools Hopewell
• Petersburg City Public Schools Petersburg
• Colonial Heights City Public Schools Colonial Heights
• Charles City County Public Schools Charles City
• Chesterfield County Public Schools Chesterfield
• Sussex County Public Schools Stony Creek
• Dinwiddie County Public Schools Dinwiddie
• Henrico County Public Schools Henrico

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