1 city in Nova Scotia
About snow days in Nova Scotia
Atlantic maritime climate with frequent coastal storms and heavy, wet snowfall. Nova Scotia averages roughly 200 cm of snow per year.
Nova Scotia schools close for major Atlantic storms and nor'easters. Halifax Regional Centre for Education announces closures by 6 AM based on road conditions and wind.
How school closure decisions work in Nova Scotia
School boards in Nova Scotia 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.