5 cities in British Columbia
About snow days in British Columbia
Ranges from mild coastal marine on the west coast to heavy mountain snowfall in the interior and north. British Columbia averages roughly 55 cm of snow per year.
Coastal BC districts (Vancouver, Victoria) close at very low snow thresholds — even 5-10 cm can shut down schools. Interior and northern BC districts handle much more snow before closing.
How school closure decisions work in British Columbia
School boards in British Columbia consider multiple factors when deciding whether to close, delay, or hold classes on a snow day. Beyond raw snowfall totals, administrators evaluate ice accumulation on roads and sidewalks, wind chill temperatures that affect students waiting at bus stops, the timing of the storm relative to morning and afternoon commutes, and whether road crews have had enough time to clear primary bus routes.
Most school boards make their announcements between 6 AM and 7 AM on the day of the event, though some issue closures the evening before when a major storm is certain. Bus cancellations are often announced separately and may occur even when schools technically remain open.
Select a city above to check tomorrow's school closure probability using current weather forecast data for that area. For the most accurate prediction, check after 6 PM the evening before a potential snow day, when weather models are most reliable.