South Region•Capital: Austin
Texas Snow Day Predictor
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Texas experiences arctic blue northers that drop temperatures by 40 degrees in hours. Elevated highway flyovers freeze rapidly, creating severe commuter hazards.
Typical Closure Threshold
0.2 to 1.5 inches (Panhandle: 3 to 6 inches)
Climate Classification
Subtropical / Semi-Arid / Panhandle Continental
Average Annual Snow Days
0–3 days (Panhandle: 6–12 days)
Texas Cities & School Districts
Select your city below for localized school closure probability forecasts and district contacts.
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Department of Transportation Plowing Operations
TxDOT pre-treats elevated highway flyovers and bridges with brine solutions across Dallas-Fort Worth, Austin, and Houston.
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School Closure Decision Framework
Major districts (Dallas ISD, Houston ISD, Austin ISD) cancel or delay classes to protect school bus routes over iced overpasses.
Texas Snow Day FAQs
Q:Why do North Texas (DFW) schools close for ice rather than snow?
DFW winter storms almost always involve sleet or freezing rain that encases roads in thick ice, making elevated freeway interchanges impassable.