Check Your Snow Day Chances!
Enter your city or ZIP code to check your snow day chances for the next 5 days using real-time weather data!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Our calculator uses real-time weather data from OpenWeatherMap to provide predictions. While we analyze snowfall, temperature, and wind conditions, actual school closures depend on local school district policies and road conditions. Our estimates are typically 70-85% accurate.
We consider multiple factors: expected snowfall amount (5+ inches significantly increases chances), temperature (extreme cold below 20°F), wind speed (>15 mph creates dangerous conditions), and school level (elementary schools typically close more easily than colleges).
Yes! Our calculator works for any city or ZIP code in the United States and Canada. Simply enter your location and we'll fetch the 5-day weather forecast to calculate your snow day probabilities.
Different school levels have different closure policies. Elementary schools tend to close more easily due to younger students' safety concerns and parent transportation issues. High schools and colleges typically require more severe weather to close.
Our calculator provides predictions for the next 5 days. Weather forecasts become less accurate beyond this period. For the most reliable predictions, check within 2-3 days of your target date.
How It Works
Our Snow Day Calculator uses advanced weather prediction to estimate the likelihood of school closures. Here's how we calculate your chances:
- Heavy Snowfall (≥5 inches): +40% chance
- Extreme Cold (below 20°F): +20% chance
- High Winds (>15 mph): +10% chance
- School Level: Elementary schools more likely to close
- Weekend Days: 0% (no school anyway!)
We fetch real-time weather data from OpenWeatherMap's 5-day forecast to give you the most accurate predictions possible for locations across the United States and Canada. Check out our other weather calculators for more tools, or learn more about us. Have questions? Visit our contact page to get in touch.