Appalachian & Mid-Atlantic Region•Capital: Charleston
West Virginia Snow Day Predictor
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West Virginia mountainous terrain presents severe winter challenges. Bus routes through narrow hollows and steep switchbacks are highly susceptible to ice.
Typical Closure Threshold
3 to 6 inches (High Allegheny ridges: 6 to 10 inches)
Climate Classification
Appalachian Highland / Humid Continental
Average Annual Snow Days
12–30 days (Highlands: 40–60 days)
West Virginia 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
WVDOH maintains plows across mountain highways (I-79, I-64, Route 19) and rural hollow roads.
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School Closure Decision Framework
County school systems monitor road clearance with county highway supervisors starting at 4:00 AM.
West Virginia Snow Day FAQs
Q:Why do West Virginia county schools close so often in winter?
County school buses travel narrow, winding mountain roads with steep drop-offs and shaded mountain passes where snow and ice linger for days.