Washington, Virginia

Will Rappahannock County Public Schools have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Rappahannock County averages 20.8 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 35.7°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 3 inches of snow, sooner if there is ice or the snow falls during the morning commute.

Where to check for an official closing

Only Rappahannock 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 (540)227-0023.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Warren County Public Schools Front Royal
• Culpeper County Public Schools Culpeper
• Page County Public Schools Luray
• Madison County Public Schools Madison
• Fauquier County Public Schools Warrenton
• Shenandoah County Public Schools Woodstock
• Orange County Public Schools Orange
• Greene County Public Schools Stanardsville

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