Snow Day Predictor | School Closure Calculator

Snow Day Calculator

Snow Day Predictor

How to Use the Snow Day Calculator

  1. Enter Your Location
    Type your city name or ZIP code (e.g., “Boston, MA” or “90210”) to ensure localized weather analysis.
  2. Select School Type
    Choose your school level:
    • Primary School (higher closure likelihood)
    • Middle School
    • High School
  3. Click “Calculate Probability”
    The tool fetches real-time weather data and displays:
    • Current temperature and snowfall
    • A visual probability meter (0–95%)
    • A clear prediction (e.g., “75% Chance of Closure”)

✅ Real-Time Accuracy
Uses live data from global meteorological sources to analyze temperature, snowfall, and historical trends.

✅ School-Specific Logic
Accounts for district policies primary schools close more readily than high schools.

✅ Instant Planning
Avoid last-minute chaos by predicting closures 12–24 hours in advance.

✅ Free & Accessible
No signups or fees get results in seconds on any device.

FAQs: Your Questions Answered

Q1: How accurate is the calculator?

The tool combines NOAA weather data and machine learning for ~90% accuracy. Results update hourly as conditions change.

Q2: Does it work globally?

Currently optimized for U.S. and Canada, but supports most regions with snowfall data.

Q3: Why no 100% probability?

Weather is unpredictable! We cap at 95% to account for sudden changes or human decisions.

Q4: How often should I check?

Recheck every 3–6 hours if storms are ongoing, or once daily for next-day predictions.

Q5: Can I trust it over local news?

This tool analyzes raw data faster than manual forecasts, but always cross-check with official alerts.

Q6: Why does school type matter?

Younger students face greater safety risks. Primary schools often close at lower snowfall thresholds.

Q7: What if I get an error?

Ensure your location is spelled correctly. Still stuck? Try a nearby major city for approximate results.

Q8: Is my data stored?

No we don’t save locations or personal details.