Gate City, Virginia

Will Scott County Public Schools have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Scott County averages 15.3 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 37.2°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 Scott 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 (276)386-6118.

District facts

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

Nearby districts

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

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