Washington, DC Snow Day Calculator
Check if school will be cancelled in Washington tomorrow.
Predictions are estimates based on weather forecasts. Always confirm with your school district's official announcements.
Check if school will be cancelled in Washington tomorrow.
Predictions are estimates based on weather forecasts. Always confirm with your school district's official announcements.
Mid-Atlantic climate where ice storms are as common as heavy snow events. District of Columbia averages about 15 inches of snow per year, making Washington particularly sensitive to winter weather when it does arrive.
DC-area schools close at lower thresholds than northern cities — even 2-3 inches can trigger closures due to limited plow infrastructure.
Enter your school type above for a prediction tailored to Washington-area districts. For the most accurate result, check back the evening before a potential snow day.
Our calculator pulls real-time weather forecast data for the Washington, District of Columbia area and analyzes several factors that influence school closure decisions: expected snowfall accumulation, ice and freezing rain probability, wind chill and air temperature, timing of the storm relative to the morning commute, and overall road condition forecasts.
Different school types have different closure thresholds. Public schools in the Washington area typically follow district-wide decisions that account for bus route safety across a wide geographic area. Private and charter schools often make independent decisions and may close at slightly lower thresholds. Colleges and universities rarely cancel classes for snow unless conditions are severe.
For the best results, check the calculator after 6 PM the evening before a potential snow day. Weather models are most accurate within a 12 to 24 hour window, and most school districts make their closure announcements between 5 AM and 6 AM the morning of the event. Our prediction reflects the latest available forecast data each time you load the page.