1 city in Prince Edward Island
About snow days in Prince Edward Island
Maritime climate with heavy snowfall and frequent coastal storms throughout winter. Prince Edward Island averages roughly 290 cm of snow per year.
PEI schools close relatively often for winter storms given the island's exposure to Atlantic weather systems. The Public Schools Branch makes province-wide closure announcements.
How school closure decisions work in Prince Edward Island
School boards in Prince Edward Island 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.