Arizona Snow Day Forecast & School Closings

Snow Days per Year0–8+ (varies by elevation)
Snow SeasonNovember through April

Arizona snowfall is largely confined to higher elevations. Flagstaff averages around 90–110 inches annually, while Phoenix and Tucson rarely see measurable snow. Northern mountain districts close multiple times per winter, while southern Arizona almost never experiences winter weather disruptions.

Active Closures & Delays

Sources update throughout the morning. Always confirm with your school district for the latest information.

No closures or delays reported in Arizona today.

Arizona Recent Snow Days

Date Closings Delays Other Most Active County
Feb 20, 2026 — 1 — Yavapai
Feb 19, 2026 — 2 — Coconino
Feb 18, 2026 6 — — Coconino

Closing data is gathered from public sources and may not reflect every district. Always confirm with your school for official status.

Snow Zones in Arizona

Northern Highlands & Mogollon Rim 35–120+"/yr

Flagstaff, Pinetop-Lakeside, Show Low. Heavy mountain snow common; districts may close 4–10+ times per year depending on storm frequency.

Central Highlands 5–20"/yr

Prescott and surrounding elevations. Moderate winter snowfall with occasional closures.

Southern Deserts 0–1"/yr

Phoenix, Tucson, Yuma. Measurable snow is extremely rare; winter closures are uncommon and typically tied to unusual storms or ice.

Major School Districts in Arizona

Mesa Public Schools
Maricopa County · 62,000 students
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Tucson Unified School District
Pima County · 47,000 students
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Chandler Unified School District
Maricopa County · 45,000 students
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Phoenix Union High School District
Maricopa County · 27,000 students
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Flagstaff Unified School District
Coconino County · 11,000 students
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Notable Winter Storms

January 2010 Northern Arizona Snowstorm 1–3 feet in higher elevations
Jan 2010

Significant winter storm brought heavy snowfall to Flagstaff and surrounding mountains, causing multi-day school closures.

February 2019 Snow Event 10–30" in northern Arizona
Feb 2019

Series of winter storms buried Flagstaff and high elevations, leading to several days of closures.

December 2021 Mountain Snow Multiple significant mountain storms
Dec 2021

Heavy snowfall across the Mogollon Rim and San Francisco Peaks disrupted travel and schools in northern Arizona.

Snow Day FAQ

How many snow days does Arizona get per year?

Northern mountain districts may close 4–10 times per winter. Central highlands close occasionally. Southern desert districts rarely close for snow.

Will school be closed tomorrow in Arizona?

It depends on the forecast, storm timing, and local road conditions. Enter your ZIP code above to see the latest closure and delay probabilities for your area. Predictions update automatically as National Weather Service forecasts change.

What triggers a snow day in Arizona?

Heavy snowfall in northern mountains or dangerous travel conditions on high-elevation roads. In lower elevations, closures are extremely rare.

Does Arizona use virtual snow days?

Arizona allows remote learning at district discretion, and some districts use virtual options during severe weather.

Which part of Arizona gets the most snow?

Flagstaff and the surrounding northern mountains receive the most snowfall, often exceeding 90–100 inches annually.

Snow Day Forecasts by State

Check snow day probabilities for your area. We track school closures, weather alerts, snowfall reports, and 7-day forecasts for all 50 states — from lake-effect blizzards in the Midwest to rare southern snow events.

Great Lakes & Midwest

Lake-effect snow drives some of the highest school closure rates in the country. Michigan, Minnesota, and Wisconsin regularly see multi-day storms, while Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois face both lake-effect bands and arctic cold fronts. The region averages more snow days per year than nearly anywhere else in the U.S.

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Northeast & New England

Nor'easters and coastal storms make the Northeast a snow day hotspot. From Buffalo's lake-effect events to Boston's blizzards and Vermont's mountain snowfall, winter weather closures are a regular part of the school year. Major metros like New York City and Philadelphia see widespread closures when storms hit during commute hours.

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Northern Plains & Rockies

Blizzards, high-altitude snowfall, and extreme cold define winter across this region. Mountain passes in Colorado, Utah, and Montana can receive over 200 inches annually, while plains states face wind-driven whiteouts that close schools even with modest accumulations. Wind chill regularly triggers closures across the Dakotas and Nebraska.

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Appalachia & Mid-Atlantic

Moderate snowfall totals here mask outsized disruption. With lower preparedness and fewer plows, a 3-inch storm in Virginia or North Carolina can close as many schools as a 10-inch storm in the Northeast. Ice storms are especially dangerous across the Appalachian range, often causing multi-day closures.

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South & Gulf States

Snow is rare across the Deep South and Gulf Coast, but when it arrives, it's a regional event. Minimal winter infrastructure means even a dusting can trigger widespread school closures. Ice storms pose the biggest winter threat, and states like Texas and Georgia can see citywide shutdowns from storms that would barely register further north.

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West Coast & Pacific

Winter weather varies enormously across the West. Alaska sees months of snow and extreme cold, while Pacific Northwest cities face occasional ice storms and wet snow. Mountain areas from the Cascades to the Sierra Nevada measure snowfall in feet. Desert Southwest states rarely see snow at lower elevations.

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