Wise, Virginia

Will Wise County Public Schools have a snow day?

How much snow it takes here

Wise County averages 43.9 inches of snow a year, and its average winter temperature is 35.8°F (NOAA 1991–2020 normals). Schools in places like this typically close at about 5 inches of snow, sooner if there is ice or the snow falls during the morning commute.

Where to check for an official closing

Only Wise 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)328-8017.

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

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