Roanoke, Virginia

Will Roanoke City Public Schools have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Roanoke city averages 14.4 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 39.3°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 2 inches of snow, sooner if there is ice or the snow falls during the morning commute.

Where to check for an official closing

Only Roanoke 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 (540)853-2381.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

• Roanoke County Public Schools Roanoke
• Salem City Public Schools Salem
• Botetourt County Public Schools Fincastle
• Craig County Public Schools New Castle
• Franklin County Public Schools Rocky Mount
• Bedford County Public Schools Bedford
• Montgomery County Public Schools Christiansburg
• Alleghany Highlands Public Schools Low Moor

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